Category: eat
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A Perfect Day in Schaffhausen – Munot, Rhein Views & Bella Italia at the Gerberstube
If you think Schaffhausen is just a sleepy stop before the Rheinfall, think again. This little Swiss gem is packed with charm, history, and just the right dose of Italian flair. It’s a perfect day trip for anyone in search of stone towers, river views,…
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Le Bistrot Découverte, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Le Bistrot Découverte – where Provence lands on your plate Market day in Saint-Rémy has its very own rhythm. The streets fill with the scent of fresh garlic. Stalls overflow with tomatoes, apricots, and lavender bouquets. Somewhere, an accordion sets the soundtrack. After weaving through…
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Le Goût du Jour – Avignon’s Culinary Secret
There are restaurants you stumble upon once and never forget – Le Goût du Jour in Avignon is one of them. Tucked away in the old streets of this Provençal city, it’s the kind of place that quietly steals your heart. Chef Julien Chazal and…
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Dinner with Les Grumpies at Le Bistrot de Saint Rémy
There are evenings that simply tick every box – delicious food, lively atmosphere, and that special touch of Provençal charm. Our dinner at Chez Vincent et Bastien – Le Bistrot de Saint Rémy was exactly that. Tucked in the heart of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, this bistro has…
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Sweet Autumn Start: Swiss Magenbrot – A Heritage Treat for Cozy Days
Autumn has its very own scents: crisp leaves, smoky air, and – for many of us in Switzerland – the nostalgic aroma of Magenbrot. This sweet, spiced pastry has been a beloved classic at fairs and autumn markets for generations. Packed in little paper bags,…
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Warm Honey Glazed Figs with Vanilla Ice Cream
There’s something magical about figs — their deep, jammy sweetness, velvety skin, and a hint of mystery that makes them feel like a forbidden fruit. Now imagine them bathed in warm golden honey, lightly caramelised in a pan until they glisten like jewels, and served…
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Nothing new under the sun… it’s cucumber season!
Sure, we all know they’re full of water, low in calories, and good for your skin. But did you know… Cucumbers are technically a fruit, not a vegetable (yes, really). In Victorian times, they were called “cowcumbers”—mooo-ving on. In ancient Egypt, pharaohs worshipped cucumbers (OK,…
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Ooh là là, Onions!
A Love Letter to the Unsung Hero of French Cuisine When you think of French food, what pops into your head first? Cheese, wine, croissants? Perhaps garlic, if you’re feeling cliché. But if you ask Les Grumpies, there’s one ingredient that quietly steals the culinary…
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Fireworks for the Eyes and Taste Buds at ZOE Bern
Who says vegetarian food is boring? Clearly, they have never set foot in ZOE, Bern’s temple of edible art. Nestled in the heart of the city, ZOE is where vegetables are treated like royalty and plates arrive looking like an explosion in Monet’s garden (without…
