Biscotterie La Chanteracoise The authentic know-how of biscuit makers in Périgord Blanc

A GOURMET SIGNATURE OF THE PÉRIGORD: LA CHANTERACOISE, THE LAST ARTISAN BISCOTTERIE IN FRANCE

Iconic local artisanal products

Located in Saint-Léon-sur-l'Isle and Saint-Germain-du-Salembre, La Chanteracoise is today the last artisanal rusk factory in France. But beyond rusks, this company embodies a true gastronomic reference of the Périgord region, offering a wide range of gourmet products : aperitif toasts, organic croutons, palets, shortbread, crunchy biscuits, and many other specialties.

Thanks to expertise passed down since the 1950s, each product is made with high-quality ingredients, mostly sourced locally, and using traditional, time-honored methods. Crispness, lightness, and authenticity are the hallmarks of this uniquely charming establishment.

A know-how passed down and preserved

The story of La Chanteracoise begins in the 1950s, when Jean-Pierre Pommier, a young and passionate apprentice baker, was given the recipe for his traditional rusks by his employer. After taking over a bakery in Saint-Germain-du-Salembre in 1960, he offered wood-fired bread and authentic rusks, which quickly became popular for their flavor.

In 1980, his growing success led him to found the La Chanteracoise biscuit factory, named in homage to his native village of Chantérac. Production was then set up in an old barn, with a single aim: to perpetuate artisanal production, far removed from industrial standards.

A vibrant and committed company

In 2005, Sylvain Boucher took over the company with the aim of preserving this artisanal heritage. In 2017, the product range was expanded with biscuit recipes such as palets and croquants, while also developing an organic business which now represents 50% of production.

La Chanteracoise continues its dynamic development, without ever betraying its roots. To this day, it remains a jewel of Périgord food craftsmanship, combining know-how, taste, transmission and respect for traditions.

Authentic recipes for all tastes

Today, La Chanteracoise offers much more than just rusks!
Its range of handcrafted products caters to all tastes:

• Conventional, organic and gourmet rusks, for breakfasts with authentic flavors;
• Organic croutons, perfect for enhancing salads and soups;
• Conventional and organic toasts, for aperitifs;
• Sweet biscuits : crunchy, palets, shortbread and hazelnut crisps;

The commitment to quality is constant: 100% French wheat, rigorously selected ingredients, no preservatives, many manual production steps, including molding, placing on a grid, bagging, etc.

A place of discovery open to all

In addition to the shops located in Saint-Léon-sur-l'Isle and Saint-Germain-du-Salembre, visitors can discover the world of the biscuit factory through a unique visitor space : La Biscothèque.

This new space, located in Saint-Léon-sur-l'Isle, offers an immersive experience into the history of the rusk and the Chanteracoise region, a behind-the-scenes look at artisanal production, previously unseen archives, a play area for children, and even a screening of the film "The Saga of the Rusk." Visits are free, either self-guided or with a guide, and include a complimentary tasting at the end. Reservations are required for groups of more than 10 people.

A must-visit address for gourmets in Périgord

With its authentic and flavorful products, La Chanteracoise perfectly embodies the richness of the Périgord region. It will delight lovers of local specialties, those curious to discover culinary heritage, and all those who appreciate fine artisanal products.

Visit the shops in Saint-Léon-sur-l'Isle and Saint-Germain-du-Salembre to discover and taste these exceptional products from Périgord!

For your health, avoid eating too fatty, too sweet, too salty