Henri Le Roux
The originator of the renowned caramel au beurre salé, Henri Le Roux pairs a Breton pedigree with Japanese flair. Brilliant confections result.
6 Best Places to Shop in St-Germain-des-Pres, Paris
Ever since Yves Saint Laurent arrived in the 1960s, the Rive Gauche has been synonymous with iconoclastic style. Trendsetting stores line a jumble of streets in the 6e arrondissement, and exciting boutiques await between Place de l'Odéon and Église St-Sulpice. In the 7e arrondissement, don't miss Rue du Bac and that jewel of a department store, Le Bon Marché. St-Germain-des-Prés is also known for its chocolate shops.
Jean-Charles Rochoux
Master chocolate-maker Jean-Charles Rochoux has several superb collections of artisanal chocolates. His seasonal and holiday sculptures are most impressive with original works for Valentine's Day, Easter, and other chocolate-centric holidays. If you love chocolate-covered strawberries, hit the shop on a Saturday morning. Otherwise, treat yourself to a classic box of everyday favorites.
La Maison du Chocolat
Less artisanal than the other chocolate shops in this neighborhood, the silky ganaches still have subtlety and flavor. See the website for a full list of Paris locations.
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Patrick Roger
Paris's bad-boy chocolatier likes to shock with provocative shapes and wicked humor, but it all tastes sinfully good. He designs every detail in his shops, including the presentation tables and futuristic decor. The Boulevard St-Germain shop, his very first, is one of three in the neighborhood and seven citywide. The other two nearby are at 19 rue de Sevres and 2–4 pl. St-Sulpice.
Pierre Marcolini
Sourcing his star ingredient from independent farmers, Pierre Marcolini proves it's all in the bean. His specialty saveurs du monde ("flavors of the world") collection of Belgian chocolates are each made with a single cacao from a single location, such as Madagascar or Ecuador—thus, each has a distinct flavor.
Richart
Founded in 1925 by Joseph Richart, these fine chocolates have evolved into tiny works of art, now created by the founder's son and grandson. As the name implies, each tiny square of Richart chocolate is a colorful piece that dazzles the eye and elevates the palate.
