Do you love macaroons? Those little sweets that are both crunchy and melt-in-your-mouth? Then get out your notepad and take note of the addresses of these two Val-d'Oise bakeries.
The Seine-et-Marne département, in association with the Syndicat des Boulangers du Grand Paris, has organized the new edition of the Best Macaron d'Île-de-France competition. On Tuesday November 5, 2024, several pastry chefs from the Paris region presented their creations at the Résidence Château du Mée.
La Pelle & la Toque bakeries and patisseries in Sannois and L'Isle-Adam(Val-d'Oise) have won no fewer than four prizes in the Best Macaroon of Île-de-France 2024 competition. Their creativity and expertise put them at the top of this year's flavors.
La Pelle & la Toque, run by Anthony and Laurine Ragaine, took two first places and two third places. Lotfi, pastry chef at the Sannois boutique, won gold in the innovative macaron category with a daring lemon-mint combination, a perfume balanced between acidity and freshness. The same pastry chef also won bronze for his chocolate macaron, demonstrating his remarkable mastery of the art of macaron-making.
In L'Isle-Adam, Jérémy won first place for his chocolate macaron, a classic choice but revisited with a finesse that convinced the jury. The surprise of this year's competition, however, was his audacious foie gras and fig creation, a subtle blend of sweetness and gastronomic flavors, which earned him third place in the innovative macaroon category. This latest creation offers an original taste experience in which the richness of foie gras balances with the sweet, slightly acidic touch of fig.
For both establishments, this success represents much more than just a trophy. Indeed, it attests to their ability to surprise and seduce a demanding public, while reinforcing La Pelle & la Toque 's reputation as a benchmark for the finest macaroons in the Paris region. The creations, which have won awards for their technicality and boldness, reveal a mastery that testifies to Lotfi and Jérémy's passion for their craft. This talented duo offers gourmets in the Paris region a unique sensory experience, where innovation enhances the macaron tradition.
The bakery has already won the Best Croissant in Val-d'Oise, Best Traditional Baguette 2024 and Best Pastry 2023. So, if macaroons seem to be a sure thing, don't stop there!
The bakeries in Sannois and L'Isle-Adam are adding another title to their shop windows with these award-winning macaroons. Why not discover these award-winning creations? For pastry lovers in search of novelty and excellence, a visit is a must to discover the fruit of this award-winning work!
See the full list of winners
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Where to taste the best macarons in Ile-de-France? On Tuesday November 5, 2024, the Macaron Ile-de-France competition awards ceremony took place at the Salon de la Gastronomie in Mée-sur-Seine. Here we reveal the 2024 prize list, which includes an apprentice from Essonne and talent from Val-d'Oise. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
Starts November 13, 2024
Location
La Pelle et la Toque Sannois bakery-pastry shop
2-4 Rue du Lieutenant Georges Keiser
95110 Sannois
Recommended age
For all
Official website
www.facebook.com
Île-de-France: where is the best 2024 badge?
