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Plan P for Lyon

I was inspired recently.



Inspired to create a map of the free public restrooms in Lyon. It probably doesn't take much imagination to figure out what pressing need inspired me. (I'll give you a hint - how many of the past posts had to do with walking around the city for hours? Oh, and cafés.) Unfortunately I did not follow my own rule: have a plan P.

Anyway, here it is!


View Free public bathrooms in Lyon, France in a larger map

My personal favorite is located in Vieux Lyon near the métro entrance. It's open during the day, is always clean, rarely has a line and (ftw) has TP.

The one at Bellecour, behind the Tourism Office, is in a more practical location. However, ladies who prefer to sit rather than squat will want to avoid the Turkish toilet option. Also, while the facilities are free, it is polite to tip the dame pipi who keeps the place clean(ish).

My friend Meg recommends stopping by FNAC on rue de la République. It costs 25 centimes, but as she says, "Better to pay a quarter for a clean bathroom than to be obligated to buy something at a café." Good point.

On that note, there are pay-potties across the city. They are generally cleaner than the freebies, but you'll need exact change (usually 25 centimes).

One last bit of advice: carry a pack of tissues and hand sanitizer. You just never know.

Any locations to add or update on the map? E-mail me Other suggestions for people working on their Plan P? Leave a comment below.

Merci!

Thanks to all who came to our first Lyon Eats event yesterday! It was so nice to meet other people in this same boat and share our experiences (both good and frustrating).

We'll plan another soon and will post details here.

Bon week-end!

Found: Dr Pepper at Marché U!



From Lyon Eats reader R.: I stopped by "Marché U" close to Cordeliers, the one that is just by the Rhône. I saw that they had Dr. Pepper.

Does anyone know if the other Super U stores are carrying it as well or how much it costs? Thanks!

UPDATE: 91 centimes a can - not bad!

Also, don't forget...

After two and a half years and over 150 posts, Lyon Eats will be hosting it's first event bringing people together in real life!

You're invited to join us for coffee at Raconte-moi la Terre on Friday, April 23rd, at 3pm. It's located at 14 rue du Plat, just off Bellecour.

I have also invited a some American expats who are experts (in my opinion) on certain aspects of adjusting to life in Lyon - so you can ask all your questions and also meet other people in similar situations.

Hope to see you there!

A €10 bargain

Devoted foodie is selling one year's worth of Cooking Light magazines (11 issues, including the holiday double issue) for €10.

A one-year subscription mailed to Lyon costs $85, so this is quite a deal if you're a fan of Cooking Light.

Interested? Email me.

Tabasco & hot wings!



In honor of this little find, I'm posting my favorite recipe for hot wings, made with ingredients found in France.


These are quick and easy, and they go great with Cheryl's blue cheese dressing

3 Tbsp butter, melted
5 Tbsp Tabasco sauce
1 Tbsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cayenne
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper (or more!)

Clean chicken wings to make sure there are no stray feathers. Cut wings into portions through the joints, discarding wingtips.

Combine all the rest of the ingredients in a bowl, then pour into a large ziploc bag. Add wings and coat in mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.

Cover a baking dish with aluminium foil. Spread wings over the foil, brush liberally with marinade. Roast for 30-35 minutes in 400° oven until golden brown. Turn the wings half way through the baking, basting again with marinade.

Coffee with friends of Lyon Eats

After two and a half years and over 150 posts, Lyon Eats will be hosting it's first event bringing people together in real life!

You're invited to join us for coffee at Raconte-moi la Terre on Friday, April 23rd, at 3pm. It's located at 14 rue du Plat, just off Bellecour.

I have also invited a some American expats who are experts (in my opinion) on certain aspects of adjusting to life in Lyon - so you can ask all your questions and also meet other people in similar situations.

Hope to see you there!