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For the first time, Air France Business Class pastries are available on the ground. Air France La Pâtisserie in Toronto is a temporary pop-up open to the public from April 25 to May 17, 2026, at 151 Bloor Street West. The event celebrates 50 years of the Paris-Toronto route, launched on May 21, 1976, with a Boeing 747.
Beyond the gourmet experience, this project illustrates Air France’s Canadian strategy and the growing strength of the Flying Blue program, which now seriously rivals Aeroplan. To stay updated, subscribe to our newsletter.
Air France La Pâtisserie in Toronto takes the form of an immersive boutique inspired by the airline’s Business Class universe. The space combines a takeaway pastry shop, a coffee service, and a cozy lounge. Additionally, a Creator Studio dedicated to content creators is accessible by reservation.
The menu features five pastries served in Air France Business Class, created by two renowned French chefs: Yann Couvreur and Laurent Le Daniel, Meilleur Ouvrier de France 1997. Furthermore, these are not inspired creations; they are the identical desserts served at 35,000 feet.
Beyond the pastries, the space offers an exhibition tracing 50 years of history between Paris and Toronto. Displays of historical menus, vintage glassware, and period tableware illustrate the evolution of Air France’s in-flight service. Similarly, the tea lounge invites guests to extend the experience in a cozy atmosphere.
On May 21, 1976, Air France inaugurated its Toronto-Paris route with a Boeing 747. At the time, the airline was the only one to offer this route, with three weekly flights. Fifty years later, Air France will operate 2 daily flights from Toronto this summer 2026.
Toronto is only part of Air France’s Canadian network. During peak season, the airline will connect Paris to five Canadian cities for a total of 60 weekly flights. This density makes Canada a priority market for Air France-KLM, in direct competition with Air Canada.
The new Quebec-Paris route launched in summer 2022 has strengthened this regional presence. Additionally, the airline is progressively deploying new Airbus A350s with a new Business Class on its Canadian routes.
Avant d’embarquer, les voyageurs Affaires profitent du salon Air France à Toronto ou de celui de Montréal-Trudeau. Ensuite, à bord, l’expérience se poursuit à bord de l’A350 entre Toronto et Paris.
Air France-KLM’s Flying Blue program has over 30 million members. In Canada, it is becoming a credible alternative to Aeroplan, especially since 2026. Our complete guide to the Flying Blue program details all its intricacies.
In Canada, travelers can earn Flying Blue Miles directly on everyday purchases thanks to a co-branded card, the Air France KLM World Elite Mastercard®.
This is a major development for Amex cardholders in Canada. Since 2026, American Express Membership Rewards Points transfer to Flying Blue at a 1:1 ratio, compared to 1:0.75 previously. This change positions Flying Blue on par with Aeroplan in terms of transfer attractiveness.
Here’s an example of a card that lets you earn the equivalent of 5 Flying Blue Miles per dollar spent on groceries and at restaurants:
Flying Blue regularly offers targeted Miles promotions (Promo Rewards) with up to 50% off on certain routes. Additionally, members can boost their account via the purchase of Flying Blue Miles with Air France during periodic promotions.
Air France La Pâtisserie in Toronto marks 50 years of a historic connection and illustrates the airline’s Canadian ambition. Between new aircraft, renovated cabins, and strengthened routes, Air France is establishing itself as a solid choice from Toronto, Montreal, Quebec, Ottawa, and Vancouver.
Regarding loyalty, Flying Blue is no longer a secondary program. With the Canadian co-branded card and the 1:1 ratio on Amex transfers, the program now directly rivals Aeroplan. Compare your options on our page of best credit cards in Canada.
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