Jouvaud

In a way, it is a shame that Jouvaud does not have a shop in Paris because it means that you have to go to the beautiful town of Carpentras, 40 minutes north of Avignon, to enjoy their work. Technically, there is also a shop in Avignon, but having made that far, you might as well go see the picturesque town and the original store which resembles a benign version of the Handel and Gretel's fantasy house made of chocolate, pastry, and everything nice. Known for candied fruit, the tart with custard comes with generous chunks of dried fruit which adds a new texture, heightens flavor intensity, and balances perfectly with buttery crust and creamy fillings. Hmm...

Speaking of chocolate, Jouvaud makes fun and unpretentious goodies befitting of a fantasy house that makes chocolate, pastry, and everything nice. While the merit of gentleness and innocence in style can be debated, if you need to impress or bribe a kid, you cannot go wrong with Jouvaud.

Tasting Notes
The overall score is 3.13 with technical dimensions ranging in texture - 3.25, aroma - 3.38, balance - 3.38, and intensity - 2.88.

The praline has a smooth but articulated texture with aroma and intensity just right to achieve a good balance. It is chocolate eating without expectation or pressure - the best kind.

Ganache is buttery and balanced with texture, aroma, and intensity all taking its place (or taking a back step) to make it well balanced – not made to "wow" you but it lingers for a very sweet memory.




Details
Pâtisserie Jouvaud Confiseries
40, rue de l'Evêché
84200 Carpentras
T: 04 90 63 15 38
F: 04 90 63 21 62

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