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...
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The Book Poster Debate
Anyone living in Switzerland knows that the Swiss are often asked to vote on political and social issues. Whether it be EU integration, gun ownership, minimum wages or the amount of holidays working people should be...
2 Swiss Social Apps Put to the Test
A while back, we reported on a few Swiss startups that we think will make it big. Since then, I’ve tested out two of the services mentioned in the article: Spontacts and Connexio. While these two services could not be...
Learning to Ski in Laax
As a repatriated Swiss who grew up in Canada, there are two smudges on my character profile. The first one is that I don’t much care for hockey. The second blemish is that I don’t ski...
Money, Money, Money – Everything about the Swiss bank notes
When many people think about Switzerland, they likely think of three things: Cheese, chocolate and banks. And with banks, we are really talking about money...
10 Statistics About Switzerland You Should Know
German speaking people love statistics. With 63.7% of the Swiss population speaking German, there is always a flurry of numbers to be read in newspapers, heard on the radio or seen on television. I thought it would be...
3 Swiss Christmas cookie recipes with air time
Some cookies can be whisked up in no time, others require more patience. Here are three Swiss Christmas cookie recipes that require air time.
A one night stand without the guilt at the Zürich Supper Club
Anyone who has ever been new to a city knows what it is like to try and make new friends. Supper clubs are not a new idea, but they are still new to Zurich and it took a passionate American to make it happen...
Sweet Zürich Tour – How to Become a Connoisseur of Chocolate and Life
Food blogger Kerrin offers a guided sweet safari through Zürich. She has lead me to some new feeding grounds with plenty of Zürich’s finest chocolates...
