Our story
at the heart of indulgence
Since 1956, Maison Reynaud has been writing a family story intimately linked to the art of the dragée. Born in the heart of Provence, it has spanned the decades while remaining true to its founding values: exacting standards, transmission, and respect for artisanal craftsmanship. From the first dragées made in the Marseille workshops to today’s gourmet creations, each generation has helped keep this heritage alive, between preserved tradition and constant innovation, in service of taste and quality.
The birth of exceptional craftsmanship and an iconic brand
The story of Maison Reynaud began in 1956, when Denise and Andre Reynaud, true lovers of sweet delights, decided to create their dragée factory in Marseille. Driven by a passion for quality work and authentic products, they laid the foundations of a family business that would become, over the years, a benchmark in French confectionery.
From its earliest days, the young company stood out through uncompromising standards: selecting the finest ingredients, respecting traditional recipes, and giving each production step the time needed to reach impeccable quality. In the workshops, every dragée is the result of meticulous know-how where patience, precision, and mastery of gesture are essential. Guided by these values of rigor and excellence, Maison Reynaud progressively earned the trust of its customers. Nearly 70 years later, this entrepreneurial and human adventure continues to be passed on with the same passion.
In the heart of Camoins,the Provençal soul of Maison Reynaud
Nestled in the village of Camoins, in Marseille, the Reynaud dragée factory has nurtured for decades its deep attachment to a region rich in history and tradition. Here, away from the bustle of the city center, time seems to follow a gentler rhythm, accompanied in summer by cicadas and the scents of Provençal garrigue.
Just steps away from the famous Carrefour des Quatre Saisons, from where Marcel Pagnol started his carriage journey to Bastide Neuve, Maison Reynaud perpetuates its craftsmanship in this authentic environment steeped in Provençal culture.
To find the factory, no map is needed: simply follow the delicate vanilla aromas drifting from the workshops through the village streets, guiding visitors to this haven of sweet delights.
Growing without compromising excellence
Nearly 70 years after its creation, our House remains faithful to what built its reputation. The founding recipes are still crafted with the same know-how passed down through generations, the same patient and precise hand, and the same high standards in ingredient selection. Every production step is carried out rigorously, in full respect of the methods that shaped the Reynaud identity.
While our foundations remain unchanged, our spirit of innovation has never stopped inspiring our workshops. Almond remains at the heart of our story, now joined by a rich palette of flavors and textures: hazelnuts, candied fruits, crunchy cereals, coffee, Sauternes raisins, coconut, and nougatine. By continually enriching our gourmet universe, Dragées Reynaud combines heritage and creativity while preserving the level of excellence that defines our signature.
