There’s An Annual Competition To Determine The Best Baguette in Paris.

Since 1994, the best baguette in the city has been decided by a panel of baking experts and six randomly selected Parisians. This competition is known as Le Grand Prix de la Baguette. The winning boulangerie (bakery) receives a line around the block and garners national attention. These fortunate bread enthusiasts get to consume baguettes all day while evaluating each loaf for flavor, texture, scent, and aesthetics.

Every year, a winner for the title of the finest baguette in Paris for that year is selected by a panel of judges using a sophisticated scoring system. Being selected as a winner is a great honor and offers right away more than simply cash gain. The amount of the winner's reward fluctuates from year to year, however it presently starts at 4000 euros.

Additionally, the victors will be given a one-year contract to provide daily fresh baguettes to the Elysées Palace and the current French president. The ability to display a large sticker on the front window that reads "winner of the best baguette competition" is another major benefit. This increases foot traffic significantly.