Focus topics

Simplicity is the highest form of sophistication. In the culinary world, this manifests in pure, unadulterated flavor diversity. "Simple" stands for dishes that achieve greatness with few ingredients, emphasizing a cuisine where good products and straightforward craftsmanship take center stage. No frills, no fuss, no great fanfares. The essential matters, and that's often enough.

True enjoyment extends beyond taste to encompass the visual experience. Colors, shapes, and textures blend into a symphony that seduces both the eye and the palate. Food styling, food photography, design, and plating are just a few of the many areas where aesthetics and food converge. An ode to the visual seductive power of culinary arts.

Alpine cuisine echoes the mountains, full of depth and character. It narrates ancient traditions, hearty ingredients, and the authenticity of nature. Here, rustic meets refined, giving rise to dishes as rich and fascinating as the alpine landscapes themselves. A cuisine that unites tradition and warmth in every bite.

Taking responsibility is more important than ever today. We focus on sustainability and a resource-efficient kitchen, aiming to demonstrate how to reduce food waste, maximize flavor, and create wealth from leftovers. The synergy of culinary excellence and ecological sustainability is no longer a secret but a lived reality.

The future belongs to the youth. Zurich's gastronomic scene is renowned for its innovation, and this is likely to continue for a long time. Creative young chefs and newcomers showcase innovative techniques, rediscovered ancient foods, original pop-ups, and reimagined gastronomic concepts, revealing how we will nourish ourselves in the future.

Veggies – the fantastically colorful kaleidoscope of nature. In the world of vegetables, colors and shapes compete for the favor of gourmets. From earthy beets to sun-kissed tomatoes, we celebrate vegetable cuisine and pay tribute to the plant diversity that enriches our plates and palates.

From wine to kimchi, miso to beer – fermentation holds the magic of transformation. It's a play with time and taste, a process that turns the simple into the complex. A sour adventure that demonstrates how time and microbes work wonders or turn the ordinary into the extraordinary, all thanks to fermentation.

What lies beyond the plate? On the table, in production, or in other (food) cultures? What happens when culinary meets art, when literature becomes edible, or music becomes potable? New flavor compositions, unfamiliar scents, horizon-expanding fusions, and exciting stories behind dishes are the experiences that inspire us.

The kitchen table is more than a piece of furniture – it's a place of encounter, sharing, and enjoyment. Here, young and old come together, recipes are exchanged, and stories are told. The kitchen table represents nostalgic childhood dishes, grandma's secret recipes, or the shared breakfast after a wild party night. An almost magical place where flavors and anecdotes intertwine.