Popular, intergenerational, reassuring... the pastry flan is experiencing a spectacular revival today. And Lyon is certainly not going to disagree as it hosts the 4th edition of the best pastry flan competition in France on April 18 and 19 at the famous Place Bellecour. In a grand setting, the culinary capital welcomes the national final of a competition that has become essential. A key event where flan transforms into a delicious work of art, meticulously crafted and elevated to perfection.
For months, the head organizer Fabrice Bonnot has been traveling across France to discover the rare gems of flan. Regional selections, technical challenges, blind tastings... only the best earn their ticket to the grand finale in Lyon. In 2026, the n
The level is set to stratospheric, with candidates ready to push the boundaries of the genre.View this post on Instagram
Tradition and Creativity in the Name of Flavor
Young enthusiasts, confirmed passionate bakers, seasoned professionals, and apprentices will compete around two signature creations: the traditional flan and the creative flan. Texture, baking, aroma, balance, emotion…lip; everything will be scrutinized. Here, there's no room for approximation: a failed flan, and it’s back to the drawing board.
And to differentiate the candidates, the competition will rely on a prestigious jury led by well-known figures from the culinary scene such as Benoît Charvet (President of the jury), Mercotte, Noémie, Ju Chamalo, and La Blandineries. For this edition, the competition is also fortunate to have the support of a notable godmother in the person of Valérie Trierweiler. Demanding standards, kindness, and the spirit of sharing will be at the heart of the deliberations.
Masterclass and Great Flan Festival
Before the competition, it's all about sharing and inspiration. On April 16 and 17, the public is invited to level up their skills with exclusive masterclasses organized in the square. Cooking techniques, texture secrets, pro tips… these meetings tTransforming Bellecour into a true open-air gourmet campus.
On Saturday, April 18th starting at 7 PM, Bellecour Square will come alive during the Great Flan Festival. Hundreds of slices will be offered to the public in support of the Léon Bérard Center. Each bite will become an act of support, each flan a message of hope for sick children and their families. An event to savor… without moderation!