Valrhona facts for kids

Valrhona is a well-known French company that makes special, high-quality chocolate. It is located in a small town called Tain-l'Hermitage in France. This area is famous for its wines. Valrhona is now part of a larger company called Savencia Fromage & Dairy.

A French pastry chef named Albéric Guironnet started Valrhona in 1922. He was from the Rhône valley. Today, Valrhona is one of the top makers of fancy chocolate used by chefs around the world.

What Makes Valrhona Chocolate Special?

Valrhona mainly focuses on making luxury chocolate. This chocolate is sold to professional chefs and also to people who want to enjoy it at home. Their products include many types of chocolate treats. They also make plain and flavored chocolate bars. You can even buy large blocks or small pieces of chocolate from them.

Unique Chocolate Flavors

Valrhona is known for its "vintage" chocolates. These are made from cocoa beans harvested in a single year. The beans come from specific farms, mostly in South America, Oceania, and the Caribbean. These special beans are called Grand Crus.

Valrhona's Commitment to Goodness

Since January 2020, Valrhona has been a B Corp-certified company. This means they meet high standards for being good to people and the planet. They care about their workers, customers, and the environment.

Learning About Chocolate

Valrhona also runs a special school called the École du Grand Chocolat. This school teaches professional chefs how to make amazing dishes and pastries using chocolate.

In 2015, Valrhona opened another school in Brooklyn, New York. There are also two Écoles Valrhona in France and one in Japan. These schools help spread knowledge about making and using fine chocolate.

See also

In Spanish: Valrhona para niños

• List of bean-to-bar chocolate manufacturers