Published on 1/24/25

L'Ecole Valrhona Paris

L’École Valrhona Paris

47, Rue des Archives, 75003 Paris

L’École Valrhona Paris opened its doors in the heart of Paris on May 2, 2022. Nestled in the Marais district, renowned for its vibrant café and art culture, the school is surrounded by iconic institutions such as The Picasso Museum, Victor Hugo’s home, Place des Vosges, and the historic Jewish quarter. The Marais is a cultural and gastronomic hub for Parisians and world travelers alike.

This unique space, designed to house L’École Valrhona, is dedicated to providing exceptional experiences for all gastronomy professionals. It is a place where individuals can learn, connect, and share their skills. Led by Executive Chef Thierry Bridron and his team of pastry chef instructors, the school regularly hosts a multitude of world-renowned chefs, including Claire Heitzler, Miquel Guarro, and Oriol Balaguer, among many others.

Spread over 340 m² and two floors, the facility includes a large 78 m² laboratory kitchen that showcases French and international sweet gastronomy. Offering creative and advanced sessions, technical training, and friendly events devoted to discussion and sharing, this new school is designed for all talented chefs eager to learn and enjoy new experiences.

Chef Thierry Bridron and his team at L'Ecole Valrhona Paris

The Boutique at 47, Rue des Archives

Adjacent to the school is the boutique at 47, rue des Archives, open to the public and professionals during specific hours. This unique boutique space offers an unparalleled experience within the universe of Maison Valrhona. Pastry professionals and chocolate enthusiasts are invited to step through the doors for an immersion into the heart of Maison Valrhona, discovering what has shaped our history, commitments, and expertise.

Visitors can enjoy drinks crafted by Victor Delpierre (World Barista and Mixologist Champion), discover and purchase Valrhona couvertures, Grand Crus, and more. Professional chefs are welcome to make personalized appointments to exchange ideas with our team of experts on-site. Appointments can be requested via the contact form here.

View of the Valrhona boutique in Marais, Paris, France

Second view of the Valrhona boutique in Marais, Paris, France

Interesting Fact:

The street Rue des Archives gets its name from being home to the French National Archives, located at No. 58 Rue des Archives. The archives were established during the tumultuous times of the French Revolution in the late 1700s to centralize and preserve the private and public records seized by revolutionaries. As a result, the archives house one of the largest and most important collections in the world, with documents dating back to AD 625! After visiting the Valrhona boutique, be sure to stop by the Archives museum and its beautiful garden, both open to the public.

Architectural Excellence and Environmental Commitment

The architecture of the space prioritizes natural materials and those derived from a revalorization approach for the layout and decoration of this new gourmet setting. Our bulk chocolate offering is designed to reduce our environmental impact related to packaging, allowing everyone to purchase the exact amount of chocolate needed for their future recipes. The design of the boutique, by the CBA Design agency, won Silver at the 2024 Strategies Design Grand Prix in the Commercial Architecture category. It is truly a space worth discovering on your next trip to Paris.