Bonjour,
où on peut acheter une cabosse (fruit du cacaoyer) sur Paris ?
Merciiii
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Où acheter une cabosse à Paris?
by Natelina
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour, cela doit se trouver aux halles de Rungis sans doute, mais pour une ou deux je pense qu'il peut etre plus simple de parler avec un chocolatier qui pourra vous adresser a un fournisseur qui s'occupe de la transformation. A moins d'aller au Havre a l'arrivée des bateaux, c'est fou l'odeur de fermentation que cela dégage.
merci pour les idées, oui c'est juste 1 alors rungis ca va être dur, j'ai vu qu'ils en vendent sur le net mais à partir de 4...
Le havre, à l'arrivée des bateaux chargés de fèves, ça doitêtre sympa mais pas notre destination.
Je vais voir aupres des chocolatiers. Si quelqu'un a d'autres pistes je prends.
"On ne fait pas un voyage, le voyage nous fait et nous défait, il nous invente".
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Peut-être du côté des vrais chocolatiers en effet si dans le lot certains acceptent de se faire revendeurs de leur matière première (ce n'est pas acquis).
Tu peux aussi tenter du côté de mon glacier Pascal qui travaille la fève de cacao pour ses glaces et sorbets.
Tiens nous au courant!
Tu peux aussi tenter du côté de mon glacier Pascal qui travaille la fève de cacao pour ses glaces et sorbets.
Tiens nous au courant!
"La seule chose dont on soit sûr, en ce qui concerne l'avenir, c'est qu'il n'est jamais conforme à nos prévisions." (Jean Dutourd)
Salut peut-être aussi que cela se trouve dans les magasins qui vendent des produits d'origine africaine ou des Antilles...
ouép c'est pas gagné c'est sûr !
Ton glacier Pascal il est dans quel coin ? :) merci à toi
Il se trouve dans le 16ème au 17 rue du Bois Le Vent. Il n'est pas du tout certain qu'il accepte de revendre des cabosses, mieux vaudrait lui téléphoner avant. Par contre il est peut-être plus accessible que certains chocolatiers qui possèdent plusieurs boutiques. Faut voir, je ne garanti rien (hormis la qualité des sorbets cacao 😊 , mais c'est un autre sujet 🙂 )
Je serais heureux de pouvoir un jour jouer au chocolatier amateur et je vais donc suivre ton aventure avec attention.😛
Il se trouve dans le 16ème au 17 rue du Bois Le Vent. Il n'est pas du tout certain qu'il accepte de revendre des cabosses, mieux vaudrait lui téléphoner avant. Par contre il est peut-être plus accessible que certains chocolatiers qui possèdent plusieurs boutiques. Faut voir, je ne garanti rien (hormis la qualité des sorbets cacao 😊 , mais c'est un autre sujet 🙂 )
Je serais heureux de pouvoir un jour jouer au chocolatier amateur et je vais donc suivre ton aventure avec attention.😛
"La seule chose dont on soit sûr, en ce qui concerne l'avenir, c'est qu'il n'est jamais conforme à nos prévisions." (Jean Dutourd)
Je ne pense pas que ton chocolatier travaille à partir de la cabosse...ou alors ce serait le plus etonnant ...
car les cabosses cueillies à maturité par les agriculteurs puis sont tout de suite ouvertes et les fêves misent à fermenter , sécher et torréfier
Les grands chocolatiers achètent des sacs de fèves dans cet etat en se basant sur la qualité de la fermentation et torréfaction... ensuite ils font du broyage au conchage , mais ce sont des opérations fastidieuses qui demandent aussi du materiel alors je doute qu'ils le fassent à Paris... Je pense qu'il y a plutôt quelqu'un qui le fait pour eux sur leurs indications ... et qu'ils se contentent ensuite de faire de l'assemblage avec les meilleurs crus 😉 , de même que je suis sûre aussi que les moins pointilleux et pas forcement les moins grands assemblent des cacaos de chez Barry ou Valrhona ... quoique les origines de chez Barry sont d'excellente qualité
Bref ça n'arrangera pas le pbleme de notre amie car les cabosses n'arrivent jusqu'ici qu'à titre décoratif, c'est sans doute pour ça que Rungis les vends par 4 et pas par 30 kg... Maintenant compliqué de les trouver quelque part à Paris, de memoire je n'en est jamais vu aux rayonnages des fruits exotiques, eventuellement un bon fleuriste pourrait en avoir des sechées... mais le mieux reste un achat sur les Antilles/Guyanne , peut-être pourrais-tu t'arranger avec quelqu'un qui rentre de là bas 😉
Les grands chocolatiers achètent des sacs de fèves dans cet etat en se basant sur la qualité de la fermentation et torréfaction... ensuite ils font du broyage au conchage , mais ce sont des opérations fastidieuses qui demandent aussi du materiel alors je doute qu'ils le fassent à Paris... Je pense qu'il y a plutôt quelqu'un qui le fait pour eux sur leurs indications ... et qu'ils se contentent ensuite de faire de l'assemblage avec les meilleurs crus 😉 , de même que je suis sûre aussi que les moins pointilleux et pas forcement les moins grands assemblent des cacaos de chez Barry ou Valrhona ... quoique les origines de chez Barry sont d'excellente qualité
Bref ça n'arrangera pas le pbleme de notre amie car les cabosses n'arrivent jusqu'ici qu'à titre décoratif, c'est sans doute pour ça que Rungis les vends par 4 et pas par 30 kg... Maintenant compliqué de les trouver quelque part à Paris, de memoire je n'en est jamais vu aux rayonnages des fruits exotiques, eventuellement un bon fleuriste pourrait en avoir des sechées... mais le mieux reste un achat sur les Antilles/Guyanne , peut-être pourrais-tu t'arranger avec quelqu'un qui rentre de là bas 😉
En effet, les bateaux arrivent avec des fèves mais je sais qu'ils apportent des cabosses aussi. Bon je crois que ca va être très dur de trouver sur Paris, néanmois j'ai trouvé sur internet le site orkos qui en vend, donc je vais continuer à en commander via ce site. :)
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Après un détour par le Sud de Lille (récupération du fils…) nous mettons le Cap au Sud/Ouest vers 10h00, par les autoroutes via Amiens, Pont de Normandie, Avranches pour arriver « au Mont » vers 16h00 après 515km. Parking P3 (14,20€ les 24h) des résidents et hôtels situé à 50m du départ de navette gratuite AR incluse dans le prix du parking (pas trop de touristes à cette heure « tardive » du dimanche), et arrivée à l’hôtel vers 16h30. Chambre triple avec vue sur la baie à l’hôtel** Du Guesclin pour 1 nuit. Et de 17h15 à 18h30 nous attaquons le Tour complet des remparts dans le sens anti-horaire depuis la porte de l’Avancée, via la Tour du Nord (près de l’entrée de l’Abbaye), le passage devant l’abbaye, pour atteindre la Tour Gabriel, et retour au départ: superbe, peu d’affluence, beau temps, vues magnifiques. Repas du soir dans le très beau restaurant panoramique de l’hôtel, vue sur baie à une table « fenêtre » (délicate attention !). Bien sûr la journée n’est pas finie et nous pouvons alors déambuler dans une rue principale désertée, et son ambiance particulière (photos ci-dessous dites « de nuit » mais il n’est alors que 21h15/21h30). Quel privilège !
J02 depuis le Mont St Michel vers Saint Cast: lundi 07 Septembre 2020.
Après un lever de soleil mémorable sur la baie, puis un petit déjeuner servi « à table », nous escaladons les marches menant à l’Abbaye pour l’heure réservée en ligne (9h30-tarif 11€/pers.). Le « groupe masqué » est conséquent, bien que dans la norme, et la dispersion sur le parcours libre (avec petite brochure) fléché Covid, évite les regroupements. Pas d’impératif de rythme et 1h15 plus tard nous en ressortons. Bien sûr ça n’a pas le charme d’avec un guide accompagnant, mais ce plaisir d’y être n’est pas à bouder ! Récupération des bagages à l’hôtel, reprise de la navette, parking P3 et c’est reparti vers « le Sud » pour Dol de Bretagne à 26km/25mn. Vers midi la petite ville est très calme, et le parking devant la cathédrale St Sanson** est gratuit. En face, l’office du tourisme n’est pas avare de renseignements et nous fournit un plan/circuit pédestre très sympa: Cathédrale, passage près des remparts, centre historique** avec ses rues commerçantes typiques, maisons à pans de bois, est avalé sans courir en 45mn. Puis pique-nique sur place. Il reste 50km/50mn pour atteindre St Cast le Guildo et son agence Armor Conseil pour la remise des clés de l’appartement (Résidence du Casino, 72m2, 5ème étage, 2 chambres, plage à 20m, vue d’enfer matin et soir, location de draps chez Ohier à 50m, supérette Carrefour City, et boulangerie à 200m, et un centre ville qui n’a pas trop changé depuis 25/30 ans. Très, très sympa tout ça. Après l’installation, une petite balade s’impose vers les hauteurs du quartier de l’Isle derrière la résidence de la mer… souvenirs. Etrangement la crèperie Bretan’Or, pourtant renommée semble fermée, ainsi que le vénérable hôtel du Centre et des Plages (ex « des voyageurs ») ?? Et pour cette soirée de retrouvailles avec la station, un très bon repas de crêpes/galettes s’impose au Régal’ette à 100m. Bilan du jour = 12km à pieds de balades/visites.
Quelques photos en bas de page...
* la suite à lire sur le blog: https://blogs.crespel.me/bretagne/
Hi there,
I’m traveling alone from my remote Pyrenees home to Roissy Airport, arriving at Austerlitz Station. I’m a bit nervous about getting to the airport—could you suggest a route?
While you’re at it, maybe you could recommend a budget hotel near the airport?
Thanks so much for your help!
Best to you all
I’m traveling alone from my remote Pyrenees home to Roissy Airport, arriving at Austerlitz Station. I’m a bit nervous about getting to the airport—could you suggest a route?
While you’re at it, maybe you could recommend a budget hotel near the airport?
Thanks so much for your help!
Best to you all
Hi everyone,
I’m looking into a trip to Paris around mid-February. I’d love to know more about the temperature (weather) in Paris, museum access (closures or anything else), how easy it is to get around on foot (slippery due to ice?), public transport, etc.
Also, are there any events or activities I absolutely shouldn’t miss? I could adjust my dates based on what you know.
On another note, I’d love to catch a hockey game. Are there any around Paris? I’m happy to watch a few games no matter the level 🏒🥅
FYI, I’m not afraid of the cold since I’m from Quebec 😁😆😆🧑🌾
Thanks in advance for your help! 👍😊❤️❤️
I’m looking into a trip to Paris around mid-February. I’d love to know more about the temperature (weather) in Paris, museum access (closures or anything else), how easy it is to get around on foot (slippery due to ice?), public transport, etc.
Also, are there any events or activities I absolutely shouldn’t miss? I could adjust my dates based on what you know.
On another note, I’d love to catch a hockey game. Are there any around Paris? I’m happy to watch a few games no matter the level 🏒🥅
FYI, I’m not afraid of the cold since I’m from Quebec 😁😆😆🧑🌾
Thanks in advance for your help! 👍😊❤️❤️
Hi,
This summer, we’re planning a family trip to Corsica.
We’ve chosen Sari Solenzara because we want to combine: sea, mountain hikes, natural pools, canyoning, and peace and quiet. Does this choice seem like a good one to you?
Second question: which airport should we prioritize to have the easiest roads to access?
Thanks in advance for your tips! :-)
This summer, we’re planning a family trip to Corsica.
We’ve chosen Sari Solenzara because we want to combine: sea, mountain hikes, natural pools, canyoning, and peace and quiet. Does this choice seem like a good one to you?
Second question: which airport should we prioritize to have the easiest roads to access?
Thanks in advance for your tips! :-)
Bonjour à tous et toutes,
Nous souhaiterions depuis très longtemps nous rendre en Alsace pour voir les fameux et réputés "marchés de Noël"
Mis à part celui de Strasbourg, pouvez vous nous donner des tuyaux sur d'autres marchés (Sélestat, Colmar, Mulhouse)
Des adresses également d'hôtels, restos, choses à voir, etc…
Je sais que ma question est un peu "bateau", mais nous avons besoin de conseils éclairés.
Merci d'avance à tous.
Bonjour,
Je souhaiterais passer trois jours dans la région d’Annecy. Que me conseillez-vous de visiter ? A titre d’information, j’adore la nature et j’aime bien marcher mais pas des ballades de plus de deux heures.
Merci pour vos précieux conseils.
Je souhaiterais passer trois jours dans la région d’Annecy. Que me conseillez-vous de visiter ? A titre d’information, j’adore la nature et j’aime bien marcher mais pas des ballades de plus de deux heures.
Merci pour vos précieux conseils.
How do I get to ibis budget coeur orly from the Metro Line 14 Orly station on foot
We’ll be back from a river cruise with a stop in Strasbourg for just the afternoon and evening. We’d like to spend the afternoon in either Colmar or Kaysersberg and then return to Strasbourg for dinner and a stroll afterward. I’d love your advice on which spot—Colmar or Kaysersberg—you’d recommend. I’ve noticed there’s a bus line 145 that runs from Colmar to Kaysersberg, taking about 40 minutes and costing around 5 €.
Is there a train or another way to get directly from Strasbourg that’s quick and affordable? I think a taxi would be pretty expensive. The issue is we don’t have much time—our flight is the next morning. We’ve already visited Strasbourg, Colmar, Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr about 10 years ago and loved them all. Our river cruise covers the Main, Rhine, and Danube.
We’re really looking forward to seeing places in Germany, like Rothenburg ob der Tauber, among others.
Thanks, and looking forward to your tips!
Is there a train or another way to get directly from Strasbourg that’s quick and affordable? I think a taxi would be pretty expensive. The issue is we don’t have much time—our flight is the next morning. We’ve already visited Strasbourg, Colmar, Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr about 10 years ago and loved them all. Our river cruise covers the Main, Rhine, and Danube.
We’re really looking forward to seeing places in Germany, like Rothenburg ob der Tauber, among others.
Thanks, and looking forward to your tips!
Hi there,
My husband, our 1-year-old son, and I have decided to head to southern France in mid-September.
We don’t know the region at all—it’ll be our first time.
We only have 9 days, and we’re really torn between Provence for its gorgeous villages, its "slow" vibe, Provençal markets, flavors, and colors, and the famous French Riviera for its beaches, ports, and because it’s intrigued us for so long.
I found a beautiful place to stay in a *mas*, but it’s not in the region at all (it’s in the Gard).
My husband found a place he really likes in Saint-Aygulf, but before booking, I’m hesitating and wanted to get some advice.
Obviously, with only 9 days, we clearly have to choose. I thought about splitting the trip in two, but that seems like a bad idea for two reasons: first, we’re traveling with a little one, and second, if we spread ourselves too thin, we risk not seeing anything properly.
Since we don’t know the area at all, I’m worried the coastline might be too built-up with big buildings, etc., like Lloret de Mar (no offense to anyone who loves it—it’s just not what we’re looking for).
Anyway… what would you recommend for a first 9-day trip to the south?
Thanks so much!
My husband, our 1-year-old son, and I have decided to head to southern France in mid-September.
We don’t know the region at all—it’ll be our first time.
We only have 9 days, and we’re really torn between Provence for its gorgeous villages, its "slow" vibe, Provençal markets, flavors, and colors, and the famous French Riviera for its beaches, ports, and because it’s intrigued us for so long.
I found a beautiful place to stay in a *mas*, but it’s not in the region at all (it’s in the Gard).
My husband found a place he really likes in Saint-Aygulf, but before booking, I’m hesitating and wanted to get some advice.
Obviously, with only 9 days, we clearly have to choose. I thought about splitting the trip in two, but that seems like a bad idea for two reasons: first, we’re traveling with a little one, and second, if we spread ourselves too thin, we risk not seeing anything properly.
Since we don’t know the area at all, I’m worried the coastline might be too built-up with big buildings, etc., like Lloret de Mar (no offense to anyone who loves it—it’s just not what we’re looking for).
Anyway… what would you recommend for a first 9-day trip to the south?
Thanks so much!
Hi
Does anyone know a reliable and affordable shuttle service from Roissy airport to Lille train station?
I know there are TGVs, but we’d like to avoid a long wait at Roissy station.
Thanks in advance for your tips!
BD
Hi there,
We’re heading to Forcalquier as a couple and would love to explore the Valensole area, including the Verdon Gorge, etc. We’ll be there for 5 days, so I’d like to put together a little rundown of things to see, plus the best tips—what to avoid, what to recommend, restaurants, and so on.
Thanks so much!
Hi everyone, after a stay in the South and one in the North, I’m planning a mini road trip in Corsica (Bastia-Bastia) in June to explore places I haven’t seen yet. Since we’re heading to the mountains later this year, we’ve deliberately skipped the Corsican mountains. Could you share your thoughts and, most importantly, suggest things to see? We love nature, reasonable hikes, peaceful spots, and small villages. No cities. No boat excursions (yes, that includes Piana and Scandola). We already know the area between Bastia and Calvi.
June 7 Flight arrival in Bastia and night at the hotel
June 8 Drive to Calvi (beach and/or fortress) Meal at Les Boucaniers restaurant Night in Calvi
June 9 Walk from Calvi fortress to Alga beach Charcuterie platter at A Casetta Calvi Night in Calvi
June 10 Drive from Calvi to Piana Buvette du col de la Croix and visit the orientation table Chemin des muletiers (Muleteers’ Path) Or Sentier de la source des roches bleues (Blue Rocks Spring Trail) counterclockwise Or (less scenic) Tête du chien (Dog’s Head, starting at the parking lot) Dinner at Épicerie Castellani in Piana Night in Piana
June 11 Drive from Piana to Propriano Arone beach and meal at Le Café de la plage Drive along the coast, stopping wherever we like Night in Propriano
June 12 Hike starting from Campomoro in the Jardin du Vent (Wind Garden), and visit the Genoese tower of Campomoro Meal in Campomoro: restaurant Chez Pierre Paul U spuntinu Night in Propriano
June 13 Around Propriano (avoid Capu Laurosu beach—sewage treatment plant...) Night in Propriano
June 14 Drive from Propriano to Bastia airport Meal at L’Éternisula in Zonza Aiguilles de Bavella (Hole of the Bomb) Night at the same hotel as arrival
June 15 Departure
June 7 Flight arrival in Bastia and night at the hotel
June 8 Drive to Calvi (beach and/or fortress) Meal at Les Boucaniers restaurant Night in Calvi
June 9 Walk from Calvi fortress to Alga beach Charcuterie platter at A Casetta Calvi Night in Calvi
June 10 Drive from Calvi to Piana Buvette du col de la Croix and visit the orientation table Chemin des muletiers (Muleteers’ Path) Or Sentier de la source des roches bleues (Blue Rocks Spring Trail) counterclockwise Or (less scenic) Tête du chien (Dog’s Head, starting at the parking lot) Dinner at Épicerie Castellani in Piana Night in Piana
June 11 Drive from Piana to Propriano Arone beach and meal at Le Café de la plage Drive along the coast, stopping wherever we like Night in Propriano
June 12 Hike starting from Campomoro in the Jardin du Vent (Wind Garden), and visit the Genoese tower of Campomoro Meal in Campomoro: restaurant Chez Pierre Paul U spuntinu Night in Propriano
June 13 Around Propriano (avoid Capu Laurosu beach—sewage treatment plant...) Night in Propriano
June 14 Drive from Propriano to Bastia airport Meal at L’Éternisula in Zonza Aiguilles de Bavella (Hole of the Bomb) Night at the same hotel as arrival
June 15 Departure
Hi everyone,
I’m spending two days in Lille. Any places you’d recommend? I was thinking of visiting Vieux Lille, which I’ve been told about.
Would you have any shops, museums, or typical restaurants to suggest for a great time?
Thanks! Have a nice day
Thanks! Have a nice day
Hi everyone!
I need to spend a short night near the airport to catch a 6:00 AM flight on June 18th.
Do you have any suggestions for me? I'm looking for a simple but clean hotel! With a reasonable price, of course, 🙂 and especially a transfer option from Saint-Exupéry train station the night before and to the airport the next morning.
Thanks in advance for your tips and experiences.