The story began in 1969 in Oraison, a small town in the ‘Alpes de Haute-Provence’, tucked away in the peaceful hills of the South of France. In this serene corner of the world, François Doucet and his wife, Maggy, bought one of the region’s last remaining ‘cassoirs’ (processing facilities).
Why Oraison? The location was no accident: it is at the very heart of Provence that almonds, apricots, pears, apples, quinces, and figs grow in abundance.
François Doucet’s original vision continues to flourish thanks to a team who work every day to create François Doucet confectionery.
Each member of the team plays a key role, whether it be working tirelessly to ensure a perfect final product or performing the most delicate tasks by hand.