Pierre Bonnieu - L'Artisan Nougatier, Traditional nougat workshop in Montélimar, France
Pierre Bonnieu is a nougat workshop in Montélimar where the artisan makes the confection using copper cauldrons and Provençal methods. The recipe combines local almonds, honey, and egg whites that are cooked together to create finished products.
The workshop was established in 1988 but is based on a recipe from 1787, representing over two centuries of confectionery craft. This long history shows how nougat-making became rooted in the region across generations.
Nougat here forms part of the local Christmas tradition, where it counts as one of the thirteen classic holiday desserts. The way the confection is made in the workshop reflects patterns passed down through generations.
Visitors can watch the nougat-making process Monday through Friday between 9:30 AM and noon when cooking demonstrations take place. It is best to come on weekdays to see the workshop operating at full pace.
The artisan sources raw materials directly from local beekeepers and almond growers in the region. These direct relationships allow him to create nougat tailored to individual preferences while maintaining control over ingredient quality.
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