Koskas and Sons: A Boutargue Legacy Across Generations

Chapter 1: The Roots of Commerce in Tunis

In the bustling streets of Tunis, Chalom Koskas had established a thriving small business in the 1920s. Chalom, passionate about quality products and customer service, was best known for his famous bottarga, a delicate and refined product that quickly became a popular local specialty. Chalom’s grocery store was a meeting place for locals, a place where quality and tradition blended harmoniously.

Chapter 2: The New Beginning in France

When Chalom’s son Jacques decided to settle in France after World War II, he took with him the family heritage and passion for trade, and most importantly, the know-how of bottarga. In 1991, Jacques created “Koskas et Fils” at 9, rue Dampierre, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris. He opened the first retail store dedicated exclusively to bottarga, a rare and precious product. From the beginning, he dedicated himself to the manufacturing, wholesale and retail of bottarga, supplying restaurants and delicatessens throughout France. Thanks to his determination and expertise in bottarga, the shop quickly became an emblematic place, combining Mediterranean flavors with French culture.

Chapter 3: Modernization by the 4 children

Jacques had three sons: Stéphane, Franck, and Yohan. Together, they decided to modernize the family business while respecting the values transmitted by Chalom and Jacques. The three brothers took the reins of the company and focused their efforts on the development and distribution of bottarga. Under their leadership, "Koskas et Fils" strengthened its role as a manufacturer, wholesaler, and retailer of bottarga, maintaining a tradition of quality and authenticity while meeting the demands of the modern market. Their sister Laurence also joined the company, bringing her own expertise and helping to strengthen the family legacy.

Chapter 4: The Age of Expansion

"Koskas et Fils" experienced a period of rapid expansion. In addition to moving the main store to 6, avenue Corentin Cariou, Paris XIXe, they opened two other strategically located stores:

1. 250, boulevard Voltaire, Paris, XIe
2. 89, avenue Raymond Poincaré, Paris, XVIe

In addition to these stores, they launched an online store to reach a wider customer base. Each boutargue, made in France, bears the mark of quality and authenticity, pillars of the family philosophy.

Chapter 5: The Future of Koskas et Fils

Today, "Koskas et Fils" continues to develop while remaining faithful to its roots. The new generation, trained in the best management practices, is preparing to take up the torch. The know-how in making bottarga, passed down from father to son, remains at the heart of their business, ensuring unmatched quality and respected tradition. The company's top priority is to maintain the quality and authenticity of the product, which are the trademarks of the Koskas family.

Epilogue: A Timeless Legacy

Jacques' original shop still stands, a symbol of the family legacy and the history that continues to be written. Each generation of Koskas has contributed their stone to the building, enriching and transforming the company while honoring the vision of the founder. "Koskas et Fils" is not just a company; it is a story of family, passion and commitment, a story that is passed down from generation to generation.

And at the heart of this story, the Koskas family bottarga continues to shine, a true culinary treasure that symbolizes the passion and know-how passed down from father to son.