Eva Longoria celebrates French cuisine in her new CNN show

CNN Report Available April 21, 2026, with Eva Longoria and William Frachot.

Eva Longoria explores French cuisine in a new show airing on CNN

Renowned actress and producer Eva Longoria returns to television with a new documentary series dedicated to French cuisine and culture. Entitled “Eva Longoria: Searching for France,” the show will air starting April 12, 2026, on CNN.

Renowned actress and producer Eva Longoria returns to television with a new documentary series dedicated to French cuisine and culture. Entitled ‘Eva Longoria: Searching for France’, the programme will be broadcast from 12 April 2026 on CNN.

In this multi-episode series, the actress sets out to discover what makes French cuisine so rich and influential around the world.

A culinary journey through France

In this new eight-part series, Eva Longoria travels across France to understand why the country is considered one of the world’s leading gastronomic destinations.

Through her encounters with local chefs, artisans and producers, she discovers the culinary traditions and history that have shaped French cuisine.

The programme highlights several iconic specialities, including:

• Provençal bouillabaisse
• Bœuf bourguignon, a speciality from Burgundy
• French pastries
• Oysters and seafood
• The great sauces and techniques of French cuisine

The aim of the series is to show how French gastronomy has influenced cuisines around the world and continues to inspire contemporary chefs.

A series in line with CNN’s culinary programmes

‘Eva Longoria: Searching for France’ is part of CNN’s collection of culinary documentaries that explore gastronomic cultures around the world.

In this programme, Eva Longoria explains how France has profoundly influenced the way the world perceives haute cuisine, particularly through its sense of innovation and respect for artisanal expertise.

Each episode offers an immersion into a region, exploring its landscapes, culinary traditions and meeting the people who bring this gastronomy to life.

Burgundy, land of gastronomy

It is impossible to talk about French cuisine without mentioning Burgundy, a region known worldwide for its wines and culinary specialities.

Iconic dishes such as beef bourguignon and escargots are part of France’s gastronomic identity and attract visitors from all over the world every year.

For travellers who are passionate about gastronomy, cities such as Dijon are an essential stopover for discovering the region’s culinary products and traditions.

Discover French cuisine in Dijon

While the programme highlights France’s culinary riches, certain cities particularly embody this art of living.

In Dijon, the historic capital of the Dukes of Burgundy, visitors can enjoy refined cuisine, regional products and a renowned gastronomic tradition.

Staying in an establishment such as Le Chapeau Rouge by William Frachot, for example, allows you to fully experience this heritage, gastronomy and Burgundian hospitality.