Silvère Mouret

We collaborate with a talented photographer who has taken some beautiful pictures for the Café des Fédérations. His sensitive and precise eye highlights the spaces, the atmosphere, and the details with great elegance. You can see the photo gallery taken by Silvère...

Lyon wine pots and their “big bottoms”

Lyon wine pots are instantly recognizable thanks to their generously sized bottoms. This shape isn’t just for stability; it also hides a clever historical trick! According to legend (or not…), some Lyon winemakers added glass to the pot, thus maintaining its...

Croix-Rousse caviar

Croix-Rousse caviar is a Lyon specialty full of character, served with delight at the famous Café des Fédérations bouchon. Don’t be mistaken: this isn’t real caviar, but lentils accompanied by pickled shallots, a simple and tasty treat. It owes its name to...

Braillon andouillettes

Since 1872, Café des Fédérations has been promoting the spirit of Lyon’s bouchon restaurants: sincere, generous cuisine deeply rooted in Lyon’s traditions. A true institution, this iconic establishment has always championed authentic flavors and respect...

Crevelle de canut (“silk worker’s brains”)

Cervelle de canut is not actually made from brains! It is actually a seasoned fresh cheese made from fromage blanc, herbs, shallots, vinegar, and sometimes oil. It has a creamy texture and is often enjoyed on toast, as an appetizer, or at the famous Café des...

Little counter rituals at Café des Fédérations

In Lyon, the counter of a bouchon is not just a place to have a drink: it is a real hub of life, a theater of Lyon-style conviviality. From early in the morning, regulars can be found there drinking coffee and reading the newspaper, leaning on the zinc bar, while...