In 2017, we helped Nespresso with the launch of their brand new, super small coffee machine, the Essenza Mini. Part of the project was the elaboration of a delicious, healthy breakfast smoothie. Who better to ask to help us with that than our favorite foodie, Sofia Clara? Her blog is full of inspiration for a healthier, happier life. Happiness is always a good thing. We all strive for it and … more »

When it is cold outside, you need some hot food to warm you from the inside, right? If you  just feel a little peckish, try this Japanese recipe for sweet & sour beef salad. The sour vinegar and hot chili flavors will awaken your appetite. The citric acid works on your tiredness, and the capsaicin in the chili also helps you to sweat and burn calories! This sweet & sour beef salad … more »

This year, Easter is especially sweet because Ladurée surprised us with an Easter collection that makes our heart melt like chocolate in the sun! Cute, playful creations full of poesy… a nod to Japan where Claire Heitzler, Laduree’s new Head of Patisserie Creation, practiced for three years. Last spring, Joe Milk and Lolly Pink already enchanted lovers of Ladurée. Now the family has grown! Baby bunnies Jules, Arthur, Lili, Elsa, … more »

Going out or eating at home … that is often the question. What if you could stay in and dine as you would in a restaurant? Why not surprise your favorite person with a home-cooked 3-course meal and spend a really romantic evening à la casa? We asked Sara from Sara’s Healthy Kitchen to create a “Dinner for Two” recipe for us. Unbelievable, what she came up with! A healthy … more »

Obrist YOLO is a trendy line of Swiss wines that goes with the times: uncomplicated and unconventional. YOLO stands for “You Only Live Once!” And because we only live once, it would be a pity to miss out on the variety of wines from our beautiful, beloved Vaud. With Obrist YOLO you surf into a colorful world, you fly to the stars and dance with the flavors. YOLO is a … more »

Just in time for the holidays, Glenfiddich Winter Storm was launched. This is the third release in a series of experimental editions following Glenfiddich IPA (India Pale Ale), and Glenfiddich Project XX.  We had the pleasure to be invited to the launch event: a lunch at Widder Bar & Kitchen at the luxurious 5-star Widder Hotel in Zurich, one of the 42 most exclusive Swiss Deluxe Hotels. Glenfiddich Brand Ambassador Markus … more »

Budweiser, Bud…. there is only one true Budvar and that is brewed in the Czech Republic, more precisely a little town called České Budějovice or Budweis (in German). The uniqueness and originality of České Budějovice beer is recognized by the European Union, which entitled Budweiser Budvar in 2004 to use the “Protected Geographical Indication” logo, a seal that guarantees that the beer is genuine as it can only be granted … more »