A unique artisan chocolatier
After 15 years in the film industry, Yann Maritaud changed his life following lockdown. This led to the creation of Songes & Cacao, an artisan chocolate shop in Lamastre, in the heart of the Ardèche region.
His goal: to guarantee high-quality, vegan, and ethical raw chocolate that respects both the product and the environment.
From bean to bar
Songes & Cacao manufactures its chocolates using the bean-to-bar approach
Yann Maritaud is one of only 2% of French chocolatiers who control every stage of chocolate production:
- Bean selection
- Cocoa processing
- Bar molding
He works with committed suppliers who guarantee the quality, traceability, and ethical sourcing of the cocoa.
Rediscover the true taste of cocoa.
That's right! Unlike traditional chocolate, the beans are not roasted.
This allows us to:
- Preserve the nutritional qualities of cocoa.
- Preserve the rich aroma of the selected varieties.
Ultimately, reveal a more authentic and unique taste!
For Yann Maritaud, good chocolate is:
“Chocolate that tastes so good you want another piece before you've even finished the first one.”
Original products from the Ardèche region
The most popular
Gianduja chocolate bar or spread, a 75% dark chocolate mixed with crushed hazelnuts and almonds.
The authentic Ardèche product
The Choco d'or Châtaigne bar, a vegan alternative to milk chocolate, where chestnuts replace milk. A local creation that showcases the region's emblematic fruit.
Tasting tips
To fully enjoy the aromas:
- Close your eyes
- Breathe deeply
- Smell the chocolate
- Bring it to your lips
- Savour it mindfully...
Where can you find Songes et Cacao chocolates?
The products are available:
- at numerous outlets in Lamastre,
- in the online store,
- at the Saturday morning market in Lamastre,
- at the Tourist Office store,
- by appointment at the chocolate factory.
Contact
📍 25, street Camille Gaudemard – 07270 Lamastre
📞 06 63 95 34 55
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www.songesetcacao.fr
