History

For six generations, the passion for local products has been passed on from father to son in the Bédouin family. It all started with Joseph Bédouin… One day in 1833, he started selling local products in the village of Visan in Provence: almonds, lime blossom, apricot stones, cherry stalks and more.
However, it would be almonds that would win the hearts of later generations. Whole, powdered, flaked or ground, almonds were a favourite among Provençal bakers, confectioners, ice-cream makers and nougat producers.
Next came the twins: Jean-Paul and Jean-Louis. Ever faithful to the ingredients and flavours of the region, the brothers turned their hand to marzipan, chocolate, candies and fruit confits.

In 1997, the company turns into biscuits manufacturer. The Biscuiterie de Provence takes full advantage of local riches. Lavender, olives, apricots, figs, goats’ cheese. These flavours all play a subtle role in Provençal biscuit- and cake-making.
It was decided to move operations from family house to a brand new production site – ensuring that all manufacture complies with standards, as well as customer requirements. However, the company has retained all the traditional recipes and equipment, ensuring its products preserve their unrivalled taste.

Aristocades, Craquantes, Navettes, Macarons, Canistrelli and Amandiers now travel to all the major cities in Asia, Europe and America, carried by the big names in fine food, and perennial favourite among the Parisian department stores.