BONNE BLOG

Smoky Delights: the Morteau Sausage

The French region of Franche-Comté, on the Swiss border, is perhaps most famous for its dairy tradition. From Emmental to Raclette to the eponymous Comté, its flavoursome Alpine cheeses are appreciated by foodies the world over. But Franche-Comté has another great jewel in its crown: the Morteau sausage. Read on to find out more about…

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Sainte Lucie: Baked-in Excellence

If you love to bake, then you know the importance of top-quality ingredients. Parisian producer Sainte Lucie was one of the first companies to import vanilla and spices to France from Madagascar back in the 1880s. Today, it’s a global brand that provides certified organic baking supplies to customers all over the world, while retaining…

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Callebaut: Vive le Chocolat

    For over a century, Belgian chocolate producers Callebaut have been prized by bakers, confectioners and pâtissiers alike for their top-quality chocolate. In 1996, they acquired French cocoa producer Barry, adding rich and refined cocoa powders to their range. Read on to find out more about Callebaut and the products we stock here at…

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Pretty in Pink: Lyon’s Pralines Roses

The ancient city of Lyon, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, is famous for its cuisine. From the classic Rosette de Lyon saucisson to satisfying dishes like quenelle de Lyon and saucisson brioché, Lyonnais cooking is known and loved throughout France – and all over the world. But it’s not all hearty, savoury flavours. The…

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Know Your Onions: The Key to French Cooking

From a rich, complex soupe à l’oignon to the simplest sauce, onions, garlic and shallots are essential ingredients in French cuisine. And if you love cooking and eating authentic French food, why not make sure you have exactly the right ingredients? At BonneBouffe, we’re always working to bring you the best French produce, straight from…

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Sabarot: L’escargot, To Go

The escargot – or edible land snail – is one of the most famous ingredients in French cuisine. It’s also one of the most misunderstood. Even committed Francophiles can be wary of cooking and eating something they’re used to seeing as a common garden pest. And aren’t they a bit… slimy? Far from it! Escargots…

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Enduring Classics: Our Range of Saucissons

    At BonneBouffe, we bring you the very best French food online. And what could be more French than the saucisson? These delicious dry-cured sausages are easy to store, simple to serve, and great for any occasion. Also known as saucisse sèche, saucisson is one of the truly historic French delicacies, but there are…

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Our Deliciously Tempting Valrhona Range

If you like to bake sweet treats at home, or you’re simply a chocolate-loving snacker, it’s highly likely that you’ll know the name Valrhona. This legendary French chocolate manufacturer is also a sustainability champion, their entire range is suitable for vegetarians and they have a wide range of vegan-friendly products too.    Founded in 1922…

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