World French Fry Championship

The World French Fry Championship: Arras, capital of the french fry

Since 2023, the Grand'Place of Arras has hosted a one-of-a-kind event every September: the World French Fry Championship. Organized by Arras Pays d'Artois Tourisme, this culinary competition celebrates the most iconic dish of Northern France in an exceptional architectural setting.

A competition in six categories

The championship brings together contestants from all over France and beyond, who compete in six categories:

• Authentic Fry: The traditional fry, double-fried in beef fat, judged on its color, crispiness, and flavor.
• Family Fry: The Sunday fry, the one prepared with love at home.
• Creative Fry: Unleash your imagination! Contestants reinvent the fry with innovative ingredients and techniques.
• World Fry: The fry travels and is enriched with flavors from around the world.
• Rising Star Fry: Category reserved for culinary school students.
• Fry Sauces: Hot and cold, the sauces that accompany the fry are also in competition.

Much more than a competition

The World French Fry Championship is a true popular festival that animates the Grand'Place of Arras all day long:

• Fry Village: Partnered fry stands offer their best fries for tasting.
• Frite Academy: An immersive experience (€15 per session) where participants learn to prepare fries in a real fry stand, in groups of up to 6 people.
• Disco Frite: The Grand'Place transforms into a giant dance floor for a festive evening.
• Masterclasses: Chefs share their secrets for making the perfect fry.
• Craft Beers: Local brewers offer their creations as accompaniments.

The Champions' Ceremony

The day concludes with the Champions' Ceremony, where the winners of each category receive their specially designed trophies. A solemn and joyful moment that crowns the best fry makers of the year.