The Grand Dame of Zurich celebrates 125 years

The Grand Dame of Zurich celebrates 125 years

In 2024, one of Zurich’s most majestic and luxurious hotels, the Dolder Grand is celebrating its 125th anniversary, marking a milestone in its storied history as a premier destination for luxury, art, and culinary excellence. Perched atop the central wooded mountain, Adlisberg hill. This palatial hotel, goes beyond traditional expectations…

17
Jul
Location: Switzerland
Suvretta House,St Moritz

Suvretta House,St Moritz

Suvretta House,St Moritz

Located amidst the captivating Alpine beauty of St. Moritz, my recent stay at Suvretta House Hotel felt like a journey into a storybook castle. Since its grand opening in 1912, this winter palace has gone through continuous renovation and expansion allowing it to remain a pinnacle of luxury and a…

27
Feb
The beautiful world of Heiko Nieder

The beautiful world of Heiko Nieder

The beautiful world of Heiko Nieder

I’ve been following Heiko Nieder’s career for quite a few years now and must say that his third Michelin star is long overdue. Nieder is one of the most versatile chefs I know, who keeps successfully reinventing throughout the seasons without too much repeating himself. My recent lunch at The…

1
Mar '16
Luxeat picture of the day

Luxeat picture of the day

Luxeat picture of the day

Potatoes déclinaison with white Alba truffles and egg yolk at 2 Michelin starred Dolder Grand hotel restaurant i Zurich. Brilliant dish.

26
Sep '13
Petermann’s Kunststuben, Zurich

Petermann’s Kunststuben, Zurich

Petermann’s Kunststuben, Zurich

2 Michelin macarons Petermann’s Kunststuben (ten-fifteen minutes drive from Zurich) is one of those restaurants where you know that you will always have a pleasant dinner with delicious food and cosy surroundings. The beauty in the plates and the talent of the chef makes you want to come back before…

2
Mar '08
Chesery, Gstaad

Chesery, Gstaad

Chesery, Gstaad

The “treats” from the sea as seen in Chesery (Lauenenstrasse) restaurant in Gstaad. The cooking of Robert Speth is welcoming and sincere, with emphasis on seafood and dishes with truffles. Robert Speth was “The Gault Millau Switzerland Chef of the Year” in 2005 as well as he has one Michelin…

18
Jan '07
Gstaad landscape

Gstaad landscape

Gstaad landscape

The breathtaking landscape as seen through the window of Palace hotel in Gstaad.Very pretty view- very little snow… Global warming is striking?

18
Jan '07
Auberge du Raisin

Auberge du Raisin

Auberge du Raisin

The dinner at one-star Auberge du Raisin was a very pleasant surprise. In fact, it was the second choice of dining while staying in Lausanne, but the first choice – the three stars restaurant of Philippe Rochat is closed on Mondays… The dinner in Auberge du Raisin though was much…

16
Jan '07