Tag: Switzerland_food

Wiget Adelboden (Steinen, CH)

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Combining work and study is proving to be even more time consuming than anticipated; luckily I manage to free up time to enjoy some great food and cuisine:) The updates do lag a bit, for which apologies!

A short while ago I took the 2hr train and bus ride from Zurich to the village of Steinen near Schwyz, the birthplace of Switzerland,  to visit the namesake restaurant of chef Franz Wiget. A very charming establishment that carries a 18/20 Gault-Millau rating and 2 Michelin stars, with the latter since 2009. …continue here for pictures and to read about the rest of my visit

Stucki (Basel, CH) followed by Fondation Beyeler

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20160806 - Stucki - 02Upon recommendation of a former chef of mine, I found myself yesterday on the way to Basel, CH to visit the Stucki restaurant, ran by 2-starred chef Tanja Grandits.

The weather was awesome and the possibility to sit on the terrace was very welcomed (enjoy the summer while it lasts, right?:)). The reception and service throughout the lunch was friendly and attentive. There was only a choice between an 8 and 12 course menu, no à la carte or at least I did not ask. I went for the long version with wine pairing. Delicious Ruinart Rose as aperitif… Continue reading →