The Soissons beans are cultivated within sight of the towers of Soissons cathedral. Sophie and François Desmarets revived this unique and typical vegetable.

« Some confidences … »

A daily quote !

“In Pontarcher’s gardens, we invent scents, aromas and flavours.”

Passion for Soissons bean

Sophie and François still cultivate this dried bean as it used to be done. Soissons beans ask for time and attention every day from planting to harvesting. Everything is hand operated.

The product originality

The recipe was elaborated in a traditional canning factory to preserve all characteristics and flavours of the Soissons beans.

• Soissons beans aperitif with Espelette pepper
• Soissons beans aperitif with garlic and sweet herbs