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6 July, 2026
If there’s one thing we Buenos Aires locals love, it’s a good outdoor food market—and if that market brings French flavors and a 2-meter-long traditional French pastry to Buenos Aires, you know it’s the must-attend event of the weekend. So, on July 11, don’t miss the French fair at Plaza Francia, where they’ll be making the longest Saint Honoré in Buenos Aires. Admission is free!
French pastry chefs choose Plaza Francia to make the longest Saint Honoré in Buenos Aires outdoors—with free admission!
The French Fair, already one of Buenos Aires’ best-known food festivals, is celebrating France’s National Day (observed every July 14) with the live assembly of a giant, two-meter-long Saint-Honoré. If you want to feel like you’re in Paris without leaving Buenos Aires, take note of the details of this fantastic winter event.
A 2-meter-long Saint-Honoré made live for everyone attending the fair
The French Fair brings together the best of French cuisine and brings it to the squares and parks of Buenos Aires with every edition. You’ll always be able to explore more than 30 booths filled with traditional gems of French cuisine and pastry : from perfect croissants and pain au chocolat to cheese boards, artisanal charcuterie, raclettes melted to order, macarons, and regional culinary specialties.
This particular July 11th edition celebrates France’s national day with the preparation of one of the most iconic and representative desserts of French cuisine: a 2-meter-long Saint Honoré that you’ll be able to watch being made live, step by step, by the best French chefs in Buenos Aires.
The History of the Saint-Honoré: The Pastry Chefs’ Dessert
The Saint-Honoré is a masterpiece of pastry architecture that combines four textures: a crispy puff pastry base, choux pastry profiteroles, strands of hard caramel, and a filling of Chiboust cream (a delicate blend of pastry cream and Italian meringue) or Chantilly cream.
Its origins date back to 1847 in Paris. It was invented by pastry chef Auguste Julien at Maison Chiboust, which was located right on Rue Saint-Honoré. The name also pays homage to Saint Honoré, a 6th-century bishop who became the patron saint of French bakers and pastry chefs.
📅 When: Saturday, July 11 (The dessert will be assembled at 1:30 p.m.).
📍 Where: Plaza Francia – Av. del Libertador 1400
🎟️ Admission: Free (outdoor event).
☔ Weather: In case of heavy rain, we recommend checking @luculluscocinafrancesa’s social media for rescheduling updates.
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