The hazelnuts of Piedmont, the treasure of praline from Maison Caffet

If all enthusiasts, professionals, and consumers agree today that the pralines from Maison Caffet are "Undoubtedly the best pralines in the world®," and that this expertise has earned the label of Living Heritage Company, this small taste miracle would not be possible without its precious raw material: the famous hazelnuts from Piedmont, Italy.

“The hazelnuts from Piedmont are renowned for their flavor and size, which offers a lot of flesh. Once roasted, they release unique aromas and flavors that are both intense and sweet with nutty notes. I visited the producers in Piedmont not only to find the highest quality raw materials for our praline but also to understand their work and what makes this product exceptional. I discovered wonderful people whose land reflects their work philosophy. I was able to immerse myself in the exchange with these passionate producers, just like us. It is thanks to them that I can make our praline and work each week with small quantities to preserve the freshness of the flavors in our creations, like the "Mortier d'Or".” — Pascal Caffet

But excellent raw materials alone are not enough; one must also work, experiment, seek, and always strive for new flavors and sensations. This is also what embodies the "Maison Caffet spirit."

“For praline, all chocolatiers start with the same recipe and nearly the same measurements. The differences in flavor come from the method. Based on my father's recipe, I reworked the roasting times and temperatures for the hazelnuts. Once the desired flavor is achieved, constant vigilance is necessary to maintain consistency. We have worked hard on this in our 'laboratory.' Today, we can still innovate by developing new recipes, such as with roasted pistachios. The hazelnuts from Piedmont remain a true source of inspiration for praline. It is a material that we bring to life for enthusiasts.” — Pascal Caffet