The 21st French Pizza Championship brings together France's top pizzaiolos over 4 days. On this first day, competitors go head to head in the Classic Pizza category. It is a precision challenge that calls for combining the crispness of the "tonda romana" pizza with the softness of the Neapolitan pizza. Technique, baking and flavour are closely scrutinised by a jury of experts to crown the best "classic" pizza in France.

Twelve finalists will go head to head at the Golden Fish, an international competition celebrating the skills of the fishmonger and shellfish trades. Across a series of heats, candidates will be judged on their mastery of the techniques used to handle, prepare and present seafood. The Écaille d'Or award will also recognise the best competitor in the shellfish category.

Looking ahead to 2028–2032, the food service industry continues to transform, driven by changing consumer habits, technological innovations, and new consumer expectations. How can industry professionals anticipate these changes while preserving their identity? Will tomorrow’s trends permanently reshape the restaurant industry?

Driven by a quest for experiences and a sense of community, festive restaurants are redefining the norms of the restaurant industry by blending cuisine, music, and entertainment. Do they reflect a lasting shift in consumer expectations, or are they just a passing trend? How long can this model remain attractive without losing its authenticity?

Long confined to fast-food restaurants, snacks are now making their mark on supermarket shelves with an ever-wider variety of high-quality options. Is the supermarket industry on its way to becoming a key player in the on-the-go meal market? How can restaurant owners set themselves apart in the face of this new competition?

From social media to fine-dining kitchens, sources of culinary inspiration are multiplying and redefining trends. Between virality, creativity, and expertise, who truly influences consumer choices? Will chefs remain the trendsetters of tomorrow, or do they now share that role with content creators?

Today, families are looking for places that appeal to both young and old, where the children’s experience has become a key factor in their choice. Special children’s menus, play areas, and entertainment options are on the rise. Have children become the new decision-makers when it comes to dining out? To what extent must restaurants adapt their offerings to win them over?