Discover the story of Socca Chips®, from Nice's tradition to modern innovation, created by Chef Luc Salsedo. A healthy and tasty snack appreciated since 2014.

The journey of Socca Chips began in Luc's kitchen, where he experimented with different recipes and cooking methods to create a chickpea-based chip that captures the essence of socca. After many trials and adjustments, he focused on the crispiness of socca, and the first Socca Chips were born, quickly appreciated for their unique taste and crispy texture.

Since their launch in 2014, Socca Chips® has enjoyed growing success, becoming a flagship product appreciated by lovers of healthy and gourmet snacks. Today, we continue to spread the joy of socca through our chips, while also innovating and staying true to our roots.

The chef's interview

How did you come up with the idea of creating “Socca Chips®”?

"I was conditioned, no way to waste anything, nothing is lost, everything is transformed. In socca, there are always thicker, more cooked, and even sometimes more golden sides, so I focused on the crispy side of it. That's when this crispy and golden petal with the colors of the sun was born."

And concretely, how did the adventure start?

At the "Luc Salsedo" restaurant, with my wife Christine, we started having the family, friends, and customers taste the first chips... they were all addicted. So we made a first artisanal packet to test the market. During the launch week, our friend Fabienne came to celebrate her birthday at the restaurant with her family. Christine placed a bag of chips on the table and said: "look what Luc invented!" And bingo, four more fans and a professional marketing and communication ally joined us. A website was created overnight, an article was published two days later, production was organized, and the first points of sale were delivered the following week... A beautiful gourmet and human adventure was beginning!

Why do you think socca is associated with aperitifs?

"Socca is about sharing, conviviality, a delight for the taste buds. It is enjoyed among friends at the market or at a bistro corner, that's life..."

As a chef, do you place particular importance on highlighting local products?

"I'm still a chef, but yes, of course! It was already the case in my restaurant, and Socca Chips® and SoccApéro® are a good illustration of this. Moreover, we already have a culinary heritage recognized worldwide."

What do you like most about Nice's cuisine?

"Everything. I was influenced by my family. I was lucky to have acquired a 'Niçois' palate at a very young age, but also to have learned to cook with my grandpa Raoul (a butcher and charcutier)."

Which drink best accompanies socca?

"The advantage of socca is that it is a neutral product; it pairs well with a Provençal pastis, a glass of red or rosé wine, but also with a beer, fruit juice, or a soft drink... With everything, really :)"

What is the secret to a good socca for you?

"As with everything, you must respect the product. Therefore, you must cook it according to the rules of the art!"

After bottling socca with your second brand soccapéro®, do you plan to develop other products?

"Ideas are not lacking, and it is already the case with the new "Creations Luc Salsedo®" : chocolate | chickpeas with Socca Chips® bits and preparations for panisses. To be discovered on the site of the Creations Luc Salsedo®."