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Chantal's macaron recipe
It's time to pay tribute to the 2021 International Amateur Macaron Competition Champion! Chantal, aka @lacuisinedeblanche, spent a year with us revisiting the essential sweet treats of Limousin cuisine, and we can tell you we weren't disappointed: clafoutis, flognarde, marzipan, Creusois… not to mention other classics of the region…
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The Christmas cocktail recipe
The holidays mean getting together… and you've found THE cocktail that will impress everyone while revealing your inner bartender. Here's the recipe for the Christmas cocktail by Frenchy Bartender: an ultra-indulgent blend of local rum “Petrorum” from French Booze Project, apples, almonds, and…
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The recipe for crispy sweetbreads
It's impossible to talk about Limoges without mentioning the Butcher's Quarter, where the famous Frairie des Petits Ventres takes place every October! A true symbol of Limoges' identity, this gastronomic festival brings together locals and gourmets around local tripe specialties. To pay tribute to our delicious heritage, local chefs Luc Tignol and...
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The recipe for fruit tarts from here
Today, we want to share with you a recipe that's as beautiful as it is delicious, and that will add some color to your plates! While Limoges and Limousin are known for their autumnal flavors, they also know how to celebrate summer with delicious red and yellow fruits, like apricots and peaches. Chantal has created two delicious versions...
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The recipe for Marzipans
These little sweets, both crunchy and soft, are an iconic specialty of Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, in Limousin. The authentic recipe? It's jealously guarded. But the ones Chantal makes at home are very similar, with a little personal touch: "I like the almonds to have a bit of crunch left in them, and I...
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Mom's clafoutis recipe
What a pleasure to enjoy freshly picked cherries... But an even greater pleasure: making a clafoutis with freshly picked cherries. That's perfect timing, Chantal is sharing her mother's recipe with you: whole cherry clafoutis, a Limousin specialty. A childhood taste that she shares with us with relish...
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The Flognarde recipe
In our Limousin region, clafoutis is a cake made exclusively with cherries immersed in a batter. If you use another fruit, it's no longer a clafoutis... but a delicious variation, like this version with Limousin Golden apples. So, since it's from our region, we asked Chantal, also known as...
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The recipe for the madeleine
Who said childhood sweets were just for the little ones? Remember that madeleine? Yes, the melt-in-the-mouth, delicious one with its ultra-delicious chocolate shell that grandma or mom used to make for a snack... Today, we're heading to the kitchen of Chantal, our favorite culinary influencer, to relive those memories with her...
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The recipe for cottage cheese tart
Spring is finally here, bringing with it the joy of large outdoor dining with friends and family. And what better way to end a Sunday meal than with a sweet treat that's both light and indulgent? Treat yourself to a delicious fromage blanc tart, which showcases a Limousin staple...
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The recipe for buckwheat financiers
Today, we're calling on all the gourmets who love to indulge in a little something sweet after a meal, but don't want something too heavy. Put on your apron and set off on a culinary adventure full of local flavors! On today's menu: the famous financier, revisited by Chantal with a touch...
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The recipe for Mont Blanc with chestnuts
Get ready for a taste journey with this chestnut Mont Blanc! Chantal revisits this great classic of French pastry by showcasing one of Limousin's iconic products: the chestnut. A comforting treat that will take you to new heights! Grab your aprons! Meringue preparation (prepare the day before)...
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The recipe for the king cake
Because we don't want the end-of-year celebrations and their big feasts to end, we're extending the indulgence with the galette des rois! And since we're super nice, we're sharing Chantal's recipe for galette des rois with frangipane. Sorry in advance for fans of the galette...
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The gingerbread recipe
The holiday season is fast approaching... and so are the feasts! For the occasion, Chantal and her partner Mehdi are offering you an irresistible gingerbread recipe. Soft, fragrant, and perfect for wowing your guests, this delight will be a hit on your festive tables. So, are you ready to take on the challenge? Put on your...
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The Creusois recipe
This time, Chantal is treating us to the famous Creusois! Inspired by a secret recipe from the Creuse monks, this hazelnut cake is the pride of the region. Put on your apron and taste ancestral know-how for a gourmet journey to the heart of Limousin! To your aprons! Share your creations on social media...
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Apple pie recipe
Everyone knows grandma's recipes, but have you tried Chantal's? Put on your apron and embark on a culinary journey of local and proudly Limousin flavors! Today's menu: the unmissable apple tart (with Limousin Golden Delicious apples), we're already salivating! Get your aprons on! Share your...
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