Switzerland, like much of the world, is caught in a gin craze. Hipster nonsense, you think? I beg to differ. At the Turicum Gin Lab in Zürich, I learned...
Archive - September 2017
Why are so many Swiss restaurants called “Sternen”?
Sure, restaurant signs are a common thing around the world. But the historical background of such signs is slightly different here in Switzerland...
Muse Lin on what it’s like to be a maker in Switzerland
Upon arriving in Basel, Muse wanted to find just the right idea for a Swiss souvenir that would catch on. Today, she is the proud owner of...
Here are 25 unmistakable signs that you are turning Swiss
Some come to Switzerland for an au pair year. Others have an expat contract for several years. Whatever the duration, everyone has a breaking point...
Our blueprint for the perfect day trip to Baden
A benefit of living in a miniature country are the short distances. On an early autumn weekend, we went into discovery mode and visited Baden near Zürich...
Why we have a crush on those hiking trails in Prättigau
Partnunsee is a small lake that is tucked in between the steep limestone slopes of the Rätikon mountain range. If you imagine the shape of Switzerland...
We found alphorns, flags and stones at Unspunnen Festival
It takes place only every twelve years: The Unspunnen Festival that hosts several traditional Swiss sports such as wrestling or stone throwing...
Our little guide on kayaking on the Thur and Rhine rivers
My better half is cleaning our kayak from all the spider webs. Because we're leaving everyday life behind as we paddle the Thur and Rhine rivers...
More things you’ll never hear a Swiss person say
Get ready for a laugh with things you'll never hear a Swiss person say! Discover the unique sense of humor of the Swiss in this humorous blog post.