How come Zürich never had a chocolate exhibit like the Salon du Chocolat before? This simple question hunted me the entire night at the opening event as I wandered among the melting chocolate flavors and finger-licking...
Archive - March 2012
MamikoEye-Candy Fashion Made of Swiss Chocolate
Exclusively from the catwalk of the Salon du Chocolat show in Zürich, we have some incredible (edible) fashion for you! Made entirely of Swiss chocolate, the models wearing these pieces of chocolate art presented quite...
Dimitri BurkhardHow about these blooming spring impressions from Ticino?
Clear blue skies are above, willow trees are swinging in the breeze, and dozens of stork couples have started building nests. Spring is definitely here in Switzerland...
A Primer on Switzerland’s Tax System
Switzerland is a Confederation divided into cantons (states) and communes, all of which work alongside banks, lawyers, companies and consultants to develop and maintain financial and administrative procedures...
Spring Treasure Hunt at the Easter Market in Greifensee
You will know why the Old Town of Greifensee is called "Städtli" when you walk on cobblestones along its town hall, small flower garden, the goldsmith...
More Vintage Swissair Posters for Aviation Fans
Given the hassles of flying, it's hard to believe that it was once a great privilege. Our Swissair posters for aviation fans...
12 Cheerful Maps and Illustrations of Switzerland
Switzerland is inarguably cutesy on many levels. Sometimes, this is less obvious though when the skies are foggy and the pavements grayer than gray. During those times, it helps to look at some cheerful maps and...
FIRUN: When Design meets Tradition
When I came across a new sled in a magazine, I knew I needed to see this sled in person. The sled’s design catches the eye and anyone who appreciates good design, is sure to be attracted to this sled. That night I...
Christian25 Swiss Nobel Prize Laureates
While the definition of what constitutes a Swiss Nobel Prize Winner can be tricky, the fact is that Switzerland boasts an astonishing number of Nobel Prizes per capita...
