Patisseries

About Patisseries

For visitors travelling to Provence who have a sweet tooth, a trip to one of the many patisseries is essential.

The patisseries in Provence have to employ a licensed master pastry chef (maître pâtissier) by law to qualify for the title. These chefs even undergo vigorous training and a written exam.

Patisseries: culinary art galleries

The sweets and pastries produced by the patisseries are works of art and tasty treats; many of these kinds of shops have sprung up across the world but none as good as the ones in France.

 

The French pride themselves on beautifully presented delicious cuisine and as an epicentre for great art it is no wonder that the sweets are as beautiful as the surroundings in Provence. The trays of colourful masterpieces look almost too pretty to eat but when you do you will taste a touch of heaven.

 

Recommended patisseries in Provence

The patisseries in Provence provide a catering adventure unlike any other. It is worth hunting down these often petit shops for a memorable culinary experience.

You smell the enticing aromas of the Sylvain Depuichaffray in Marseille before you see it. This little jewel is hidden down a back street not far from the old port. It sells beautifully crafted tartlets, macaroons, éclairs, meringues and even cheese cake.

The Patisserie and Boulangerie in St Rémy-de-Provence has friendly staff selling beautifully crafted miniature works of art. The marzipan-covered cream bun in the shape of a fig looks and tastes divine.

Themes for sweet designs vary depending on the chef but the patisseries in Provence are second to none and are well worth a visit.