Nougat has its roots far back in the Middle East, but France is where nougat has been perfected. Montelimar is the world capital of nougat. Inhabited since the Celtic area, the region is rich with history and tradtion, nougat being no exception!

Chabert & Guillot nougat is probably the best known of the region and has called Montelimar home since 1800 when it was started as a small family business. That business soon grew into one of the most widely recognizeable nougat makers in all of Europe. To show their gratitude to this incredible company, inn 1991 the town of Montelimar even renamed the street on wchih the factory is situated to be rue Charles Chabert. At The Candy Store we are proud to be able to say that we carry four different nougats from this illustrious company, which, by the way, is still family run two hundred years later!

Another nougat maker owes a debt to Chabert & Guillot. Vital Gormez, a Turk travelling through Europe, learned the secrets to nougat from the Montelimar giants. He then proceeded on to Ghent, Belgium where he met a lovely woman, fell in love and began his life with her. They started Vital Nougat and adapted many of the French recipes for Belgian taste. We carry a number of Vital nougats as well, allowing you to taste first the master's work and then the student's!

Not to be forgotten is another little nougat maker in Montelimar - Au Rucher de Provence is a small nougat maker now available through The Candy Store. With options such as fleur de sel, cranberry and walnut, you'll never grow bored! They pride themselves on using the very best lavender honey in their nougat and it truly is a treat.

Whether you're new to nougat, or a seasoned veteran, you'll find just what you're looking for at The Candy Store...and maybe something new too!