Spotlight on a local recipe, les Doigts de Jean Bart
In Dunkirk, this sweet treat is named after a privateer. Created in 1956 by Jean Vandewalle at the family-run patisserie founded in 1905, the Doigt de Jean Bart pays tribute to the famous privateer Jean Bart, a prominent figure in the town’s history. Registered as a trademark from the moment it was launched, this speciality quickly became the patisserie’s signature product.
Measuring just a few centimetres in length, this chocolate combines a smooth coffee cream, a delicate almond biscuit and a crunchy chocolate coating. The balance of textures, between melt-in-the-mouth and crunchy, has been delighting connoisseurs for nearly seventy years. Sold individually or in boxes, it has established itself as a sweet icon of Dunkirk, given as a gift just as often as it is savoured. A treat proudly rooted in the heritage of the northern coast.
Building on this local success, the speciality has crossed borders. The Doigt de Jean Bart is now exported as far as Japan, where it appeals to customers seeking authentic French artisanal products. This international expansion is a testament to the company’s expertise and the appeal of this northern delicacy.
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