27/Aug/2024 | Did you know?
Les fresques de Lyon are emblematic murals that adorn several buildings in Lyon, France. Created by the Cité Création collective, they are an important part of the city’s cultural and artistic identity. Frescoes in Lyon Frescoes are mainly found in Lyon’s...
23/Jul/2024 | Did you know?
Calf’s head is a traditional French gastronomic specialty, particularly popular in the Lyon region, where the Café des Fédérations is located. This rustic dish is a testament to Lyonnais cuisine, renowned for its simplicity and respect for local produce....
16/Jul/2024 | Did you know?
Andouillette is a French culinary speciality, and Braillon andouillettes are a famous variant. Here’s a look at their history and their connection with the Café des Fédérations: Andouillette is a French charcuterie made from chaudins (pork intestines) and veal...
4/Jul/2024 | Did you know?
The barrel organ is a mechanical wind and keyboard musical instrument. It takes its name from medieval and baroque organs, although it is not directly related to them. The barrel organ consists mainly of a bellows, a system of perforated cylinders and a keyboard. The...
20/Jun/2024 | Did you know?
Chartreuse is an iconic French liqueur, produced by Carthusian monks since the 18th century. It takes its name from La Grande Chartreuse, a monastery in the French Alps. The recipe for Chartreuse is a well-kept secret, known only to a few monks of the Carthusian...
