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This Lille bakery has just been crowned Best Opening of the Year!

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The Editor

Lille hits the sweet jackpot (again)!

Here's some news that will delight all dessert lovers! Just a few months after opening, the young establishment NEJA, nestled in the place Louise de Bettignies, has just been awarded the ultra-prestigious ranking of La Liste. And hold on, we're not talking about a small neighborhood prize: NEJA is now up there with the most sought-after spots in the world, alongside the finest establishments in London, Lausanne, Casablanca, and Quito.

Founded by Germain Decreton, Iris Rouche, and Rayane Rebouh (who have experience at Le Pré Catelan and Le Jules Verne in Paris), this Lille patisserie takes on the challenge of offering a ultra-contemporary, precise, and generous vision of dessert. The result? An almost instant success among the region's foodies.

« An immense pride and proof that coming back to Lille was the right choice »

Of course, at NEJA, there's a buzz of excitement. Iris Rouche, co-founder, shares with us: « This recognition after just a few months of activity is fantastic news for us. It confirms that returning to our roots in Lille was the right decision!»

Specifically, this prestigious award is already changing a lot of things: « Our visibility is skyrocketing. We now have this little positive pressure to constantly offer exceptional desserts worthy of such recognition. It also opens doors for ambitious future collaborationss », adds Iris.

The dessert everyone is raving about!

If you haven't tried it yet, start with their signature little cake, the Louise de Bettignies. This chocolatey gem perfectly embodies the spirit of NEJA: elegant, indulgent, and rich in history. “Each creation tells a story, and this one represents everything we love: quality, emotion, and a true sense of aesthetics,” explains Iris.

One thing’s for sure: if you haven’t tried it yet, now's the time!

Address: 16 Pl. Louise de Bettignies, 59800 Lille, France