Eva Longoria Visits Lyon to Film Searching for France Season 2

Eva Longoria has arrived in Lyon to film portions of the second season of her CNN series, Searching for France. After spending several weeks in the country and attending the Cannes Festival, the actress arrived in the city for the Pentecost weekend.

High-Profile Sightings in Presqu’île

The actress has been spotted maintaining a relatively low profile, though she was seen Monday afternoon in the Cordeliers shopping district of Presqu’île. Accompanied by bodyguards, Longoria visited stores including Zara and King Jouet.

Eva Longoria Visits Lyon

Staff at King Jouet described the encounter as a surprise, noting that Longoria was “super sympa.” A sales assistant named Océane mentioned that the actress spoke some French and purchased a soccer ball, Lego figures, and animal figurines, likely for her son Santiago’s upcoming birthday.

Did You Know? Longoria’s visit to Lyon follows a journey through other French regions for her series, including Paris, Brittany, Burgundy, and Alsace.

Culinary Explorations and Secret Filming

As part of her visit to the “capital of gastronomy,” Longoria has already dined at a historic bouchon following the footsteps of resistance fighter Jean Moulin. On Tuesday, she was spotted for an express filming session at restaurant Söma, located at place Saint-Paul in the 5th district, featuring chef Sarah Hamza.

While the CNN production remains “top secret” regarding specific filming schedules and content, the network announced on May 14 that the second season will explore new regions, including Lyon, and Champagne.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that by blending high-end gastronomy, like the visit to Chef Sarah Hamza, with everyday activities in the Presqu’île, the production likely aims to present a multifaceted image of French regional identity to a global audience.

Series Background and Availability

Searching for France focuses on discovering local populations, traditions, and gastronomy to share French culture with the world. Longoria’s affinity for France was notably influenced by her former husband, Tony Parker, the former basketball player and president of Asvel, whom she was married to from 2007 to 2011.

Eva Longoria: Searching for France | Official Trailer

The first season premiered on CNN on April 12 and is scheduled to be available in France starting June 15 via the KitchenMania platform, accessible through Canal+, Orange, Free, and Prime. Viewers who wish to see the second season, featuring Longoria in the streets of Lyon, may have to wait until 2027.

What Comes Next

Longoria is expected to remain in Lyon through Wednesday to complete her current filming schedule. As the production continues, further details regarding the specific culinary traditions highlighted in the Lyon episodes could be revealed as the 2027 premiere approaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the second season of Searching for France be released?
The second season, which includes the footage filmed in Lyon, is expected to air in 2027.

Where can viewers in France watch the first season?
Starting June 15, the first season will be available via the KitchenMania platform on services such as Canal+, Orange, Free, and Prime.

Which other regions will be featured in the upcoming season?
In addition to Lyon, the second season is set to take Eva Longoria to Champagne.

Which French regional tradition would you most like to see featured on a global travel show?