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La Pralinière

Artisanal chocolate maker in Lac-Etchemin, founded by a Belgian-born master chocolatier in the early 1990s.

  • Lac-Etchemin
  • Maple and sweets

About La Pralinière

La Pralinière is an artisanal chocolate maker in Lac-Etchemin, in the Chaudière-Appalaches region. It was founded in the early 1990s by a Belgian-born master chocolatier, bringing European chocolate traditions to rural Quebec. Its chocolates and pralines are made with a craftsman's attention to detail.

La Pralinière suits chocolate lovers and anyone driving through the Bellechasse and Etchemins area. A box of pralines makes a classic gift for Easter, Christmas or a thank-you. If you are visiting the region in summer, plan a sweet stop in Lac-Etchemin along the way.

At a glance

Based in
Lac-Etchemin, Quebec
Size
An independent, smaller maker
Listed in
Made in QuebecMade in Quebec

Questions people ask

Is La Pralinière made in Quebec?

Yes. La Pralinière started in Quebec and is based in Lac-Etchemin. It is listed in our Made in Quebec directory.

What does La Pralinière make?

Artisanal chocolate maker in Lac-Etchemin, founded by a Belgian-born master chocolatier in the early 1990s.

Where can I buy from La Pralinière?

Start with its official website, praliniere.com. Look for Quebec maple and sweets at public markets and fine food shops, and at sugar shacks in spring. Many makers also sell online.

Is La Pralinière a big company or a small business?

La Pralinière is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.

What are some local brands similar to La Pralinière?

Other local brands in Maple and sweets include Cabane à sucre Chabot, Cabane à sucre Chez Dany, Sucrerie Blouin, Chocolaterie Samson.

How did La Pralinière get on this list?

Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run La Pralinière and want to update this page, contact us.

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