DISCOVER THE 2025 BEST OF WINNERS!
The competition is based on five demanding criteria: taste, quality, innovation, uniqueness, and naturalness. On September 4, the jury tasted no fewer than 180 products to determine the finalists across 11 categories.
A highly selective process, led by chefs, grocers, specialized journalists, and gastronomic influencers: Mélissa Djabourian – President of the 2025 jury, President of the Charcutiers du Grand Paris, and Co-Director of Porcelet Rose; Alexis Roux de Bézieux – President of the Fédération des Épiciers de France and Founder of Causses groceries; Philippe Toinard – Editor-in-Chief of Gault & Millau and columnist at BFM TV; Jean-Pierre Clément – former chef / Purchasing Manager at Fauchon and member of the Académie Culinaire de France; Bastien Guerche – fine grocer at Bottega Bastiano and gold medalist of La Meilleure Épicerie de France 2025 by Gourmet Selection; Florian OnAir – food influencer @florianonair and radio host at Latina FM; David Baroche – restaurateur at Brasserie Baroche and delicatessen butcher at Maison Baroche; Marie Racine – food influencer @culturefoood; Karine Blanc – founder of Sarabar and pepper & spice specialist.
For the first time, a partnership was established with Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet, allowing a selection of winners to be temporarily listed and benefit from special product promotions in the prestigious Parisian store in spring 2026. A unique opportunity for visibility at the heart of an emblematic venue for gastronomy and the French art of living.
“Every year, the Best Of competition is a special occasion to celebrate the boldness and creativity of fine food artisans. This 2025 edition revealed products of remarkable inventiveness and quality, capable of surprising palates and reinventing uses. Behind every winner lies a story of passion, savoir-faire, and respect for taste. This richness is what makes Gourmet Selection a truly unique gathering, and it confirms—more than ever—the dynamism of the industry.”
Vincent Ferniot, President of the Best Of competition
The 2025 winners
Jams & Honeys
Confiture et Compagnie – Smoked Harissa Apricot – France
As surprising as it is indulgent, this artisanal creation combines the sweetness of apricot with the power of delicately balanced smoked harissa. Confiture et Compagnie presents here a jam with an unprecedented character: sweet, spicy, and subtly smoky, enjoyed as a true gourmet condiment. Equally at home paired with strong cheeses, grilled meats, or a refined sandwich, this product reinvents the use of jam and will delight lovers of sensory discoveries.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €8 (220 g)
Stand: E085
Fine savory foods
Conserverie Sillon – Cassoulet with Pork Rind Sausage & Duck Drumsticks – France
Sillon pays tribute to the great classic of South-West cuisine with an artisanal cassoulet that is as generous as it is refined. Prepared in the purest tradition with carefully selected ingredients—tender beans, flavorful duck drumsticks, and pork rind sausage—enhanced by an original bouquet of fourteen peppers and herbs. Presented in an elegant glass jar, free from preservatives, this ready-to-enjoy dish is sure to delight lovers of Occitan terroir.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €9.90 (370 g)
Stand: C067
Fine sweet foods
Cocoripop – Gourmet Peanut Butter Popcorn – France
Cocoripop presents an organic, handcrafted confectionery that is as crunchy as it is addictive. This caramelized popcorn reveals a meringue heart, elevated by the creaminess of peanut butter and a touch of Guérande sea salt. A unique recipe that reinvents the pleasure of popcorn in an irresistibly gourmet version.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €5.90 (80 g)
Stand: C027
Fine seafood
Atelier d’Angresse – Smoked Bluefin Tuna Lomo – France
Crafted by hand from line-caught bluefin tuna, this unique lomo combines respect for the product with refinement. Brined and smoked over beechwood, it evokes the delicacy of fine charcuterie, halfway between Bresaola and the “pata negra of the sea.” Presented in thin slices, it offers incomparable melt-in-the-mouth texture: a rare and exceptional product, born from the passion of artisanal fishers and the expertise of the workshop.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €19.80 (100 g)
Stand: A056
Charcuterie, Cured Meats & Delicatessen
Maison Huchin – Potjevlesch – France
Maison Huchin revisits this Flemish specialty with authenticity, combining pork, chicken, rabbit, and veal slowly cooked in their broth. Presented in an elegant glass jar, this generous dish is traditionally enjoyed cold with fries and a green salad. A family heritage elevated into a delightfully premium recipe.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €9.95 (400 g)
Stand: E049
Hot drinks
BIBO – Le Sarrasin – France
Inspired by Japanese sobacha, BIBO’s Le Sarrasin elevates a French-grown grain into a unique infusion. Artisanally roasted in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, it reveals notes of roasted hazelnut and chestnut, offering a smooth and comforting cup, whether hot or iced. An organic and sustainable beverage that reinvents the ritual of hot drinks.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €14 (150 g)
Stand: C074
Alcoholic Beverages
Maison Bocquet – Thérèse – France
A tribute to a passionate great-grandmother, Thérèse is a handcrafted liqueur created to celebrate the art of hospitality. Dominated by raspberry and enhanced with blackcurrant, rosemary, and lime, it is naturally macerated and blended without any coloring or artificial flavoring. It can be enjoyed neat, in cocktails, or as a refined touch to culinary creations. A sophisticated, versatile, and indulgent liqueur.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €39 (50 cl)
Stand: D112
Alcohol-free beverages
DIVIN Vigneron – Pinot Noir 0.5% – France
DIVIN Vigneron reinvents alcohol-free Pinot Noir with refinement and subtlety. Partially aged in oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, then delicately dealcoholized, it preserves all the finesse and balance of a great wine, both on the nose and on the palate. A unique tasting experience that meets today’s new consumption trends.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €16.50 (75 cl)
Stand: C128
Condiments
Fallot (La Moutarderie) – Strong Dijon Mustard in Tube, Vintage Edition – France
As the last independent mustard mill in Burgundy, Edmond Fallot offers this strong Dijon mustard, stone-ground with 100% regional seeds. Its vintage, practical, and recyclable packaging makes it easy to enjoy during gourmet getaways, perfect for creating an impromptu sandwich on the go!
Retail price (incl. VAT): €3.50 (150 g)
Stand: E63
Chocolate confectionery
Chocolat Encuentro – Organic Iranian Pistachio Filled Chocolate Bar – France
Encuentro presents a 70% Peruvian origin chocolate bar generously filled with 80% organic pistachios from Iran, harvested for over 8,000 years by small producers on the Khorasan-e Razavi plateaus. Handcrafted and free from additives, it offers a dense, melting texture and an intense flavor, where indulgence meets the nobility of exceptional raw materials. A singular and memorable chocolate experience.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €13.90 (100 g)
Stand: F098
Fine oils & Vinegars
Moulin de la Veyssière – Virgin Prune Kernel Oil – France
Extracted from prune stones of the South-West of France, this rare cold-pressed virgin oil reveals delicate almond notes with a subtle bitterness. Its golden color and versatility make it an original product, perfect for seasoning sweet-and-savory dishes, enhancing a frangipane or an almond cream. An exceptional ingredient appreciated by gastronomes as well as chefs, cooks, and pastry makers.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €19.40 (20 cl)
Stand: E011
Special jury prizes
Best of Best
Fleurs de Chocolats – Inflorescence Gift Box of Flower Pastes – France
With its delicate Flower Pastes, Fleurs de Chocolats reinvents the traditional fruit paste into an organic, poetic floral confectionery. The Inflorescence gift box brings together 12 refined flavors—from rose to mimosa, including jasmine and poppy—encased in a tender, botanical jewel box. Each bite is an infusion of nature, both subtle and surprising. An artisanal, sensorial, and signature confection to be gifted to lovers of exceptional sweets.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €42 (320 g)
Stand: B106
Jury's favorite
La Ferme des 7 Fontaines – Partridge Ravioli with Toasted Sesame Seeds – Belgium
An original catering creation where the finesse of partridge meets the delicate crunch of toasted sesame. The subtle, textured filling reveals woody and lightly smoky notes, enhanced by a fine dough made from French flour. Frozen to preserve all its qualities, this premium ravioli combines culinary excellence with practicality. Crafted within a sheltered workshop, it embodies both gastronomic innovation and social commitment. A refined and original product, perfect for those wishing to surprise their guests.
Stand: D097
Galeries Lafayette Awards Le Gourmet
The Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet jury, composed of Atika Khireddine – Food & Catering Purchasing Director – and Nina Vallée – Food & Catering Buyer – was impressed by the high quality and originality of the submissions. In the end, six artisans were selected after the tastings. “The criteria of rarity and uniqueness are reflected in all the products chosen. We were truly impressed by the creations we tasted, to the point of awarding two more houses than initially planned. These products are unique, standing out for both their originality and the quality of their ingredients.”
Their selection reflects today’s trends — kefir, lupin, lentils — and will be showcased in spring 2026 at the iconic Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet Paris Haussmann store.
Courtoisies – Plant-Based Terrines with Green Lentils, Walnuts & Smoked Salt – France
With their graphic, design-led look, these plant-based creations reinvent the traditional terrine in a modern and responsible way. They skillfully combine organic green lentils from Hauts-de-France with the sweetness of walnuts, enhanced by a subtle touch of smoked salt. A committed and elegant alternative, perfect for surprising guests at an aperitif or as a refined gourmet gift.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €5.95 (The unit price of a pot)
Stand: E127
Conserverie Sillon – Garlic, Chili & Sesame – France
A true favorite of the jury! Inspired by Asian flavors, this condiment blends the intensity of garlic, the spicy heat of chili, and the richness of sesame, seducing with both boldness and creativity. Designed to enhance meats, fish, or vegetables with a simple touch, it invites food lovers to discover the rest of a promising, characterful range, aptly named “Les Condiments.”
Retail price (incl. VAT): €7.50 (180 g)
Stand: C067
Eplem – Tarragon Kefir – France
A rare and daring creation: an organic kefir with subtle tarragon notes, crafted to be stored at room temperature—unusual for this type of naturally sparkling beverage. Its tangy freshness, delicately enhanced by tarragon, captivates with its balanced low sweetness and distinctive aromatic personality. Perfect to enjoy on its own or as a base for cocktails!
Retail price (incl. VAT): €6 (33 cl)
Stand: C127
Lupi Coffee – Dark Lupi Coffee – France
A 100% French alternative to coffee, Dark Lupi Coffee impresses with its intense flavor and toasted bread notes, reminiscent of traditional black coffee. Caffeine- and gluten-free, and rich in proteins, fibers, and minerals, this innovative beverage combines taste pleasure, nutritional benefits, and ecological commitment, with a carbon footprint reduced by 75%. A surprising discovery that reinvents the coffee break while promoting a local supply chain.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €6 (250 g)
Stand: D131
Huilerie des 5 Saveurs – Extra Virgin Hazelnut Oil – France
This artisanal oil reveals the full richness of the roasted nut: aromas of toasted hazelnut and praline on the nose, a smooth and silky texture on the palate, and a slightly woody finish. Rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E, it combines indulgence with nutritional benefits. An achievement both authentic and modern, perfect for enhancing dressings, cooked dishes, or even sweet creations.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €21,00(50 cl)
Stand: A114
Maison Marc – Pickle Mustard – France
Original and flavorful, this mustard surprises with its refined combination of the strength of Burgundy’s iconic condiment and the crunch of Malossol pickles. Perfectly balanced and elegantly presented in stylish packaging, it embodies Maison Marc’s savoir-faire and stands out as a bold innovation in the world of condiments. Ideal with red meats, sautéed potatoes, or even a simple omelet.
Retail price (incl. VAT): €5.80 (170 ml)
Stand: C117
