UlrichK on Mexican National TV Commercial
Mexican Televison Commercial for the new Theme Restaurant Concept
Mexican Televison Commercial for the new Theme Restaurant Concept
War, Refugees, and Internment The Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871) ends with the defeat of France. after the capture of Napoleon III. In the autumn of 1870, the proclamation of the Third Republic in France and the proclamation of the German Empire, … Read More
From below, sailing on Lake Lucerne, Mount Pilatus is a striking mountain range; if you look down from above though, you can see a fantastic lake landscape. There is no summit called Pilatus. That may be surprising, after all, one … Read More
Tinnitus Well, it seems that I am not the only one suffering from this annoying, molesting, stubborn problem called “Tinnitus”! I have been living with it for the past few years, and it seems to be getting worse. I have … Read More
Breathe in the Moon One tosses in bed, but sleep doesn’t want to come. A look at the clock reveals that once again nothing will come of the beauty of sleep! Most people are familiar with problems falling asleep and … Read More
What is the main ingredient of Tarka Dahl? What is the national dish of South Africa? What is affinage? Brown shrimp are native to Morecambe BAy in England, but how are they preserved?
1 Teaspoon of Honey Bees pollinate plants and ensure that they grow fruits and vegetables. Nevertheless, these hard workers only produce a teaspoon of honey over their lifespan. 24 24 Blossom or forest honey from the region or from abroad, … Read More
Original story on tv-bee, re-posted Lily Tredwell, July 2021 Oh, Europe, the Old Country, the continent of iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum, The Louvre, The Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, the Acropolis & Parthenon to name a few. … Read More
To understand Haiti’s problems one must look way back to when France owned it back in the 1800s. To resolve their political disaster, the people’s misery, and the destruction of the country’s resources, my opinion is that either France or … Read More
The History of Taiwan The prehistoric history of Taiwan, before history was written Taiwan was inhabited for thousands of years by Austronesian Indigenous people, who are genetically and linguistically linked to Pacific Islanders. Human presence dates back at least 30,000 … Read More
This is a short version of the life of a Chef and Hospitality Consultant spanning over 55 years and seven countries. Author Ulrich Koepf My Life Story as a Chef and Hospitality Consultant I was born in a small Town … Read More
The Day I Served the Future on a Plate (South Florida Wasn’t Ready) Cuisine Nouvelle (or Nouvelle Cuisine) was revolutionary in the 1960s–70s in France—lighter sauces, fresher ingredients, artistic plating—and it really spread worldwide in the 1980s. If you were … Read More
Where are they all now, 54 years later?! The second page is a price list of provisions calculated for 100 Soldiers, that I had to use during my time!
Als Koch kam ich 1972 auf den Bermudas an, einer subtropischen Insel im Atlantik, etwa 700 Meilen vor der Küste New Yorks oder Carolinas. Direkt nach meinem Militärdienst in der Schweizer Armee war es mein erster Flug aus der Schweiz … Read More
A Linguistic Fossil: The Origins of Romansh, the Fourth Language of Switzerland Once upon a time, around 15 BCE, Roman legions strolled into the Alpine regions of Raetia( Grison, Graubünden), probably mesmerized by the stunning views and the prospect of … Read More
Ulrich’s Miami Mob ordeal
My first Project, Truffles Restaurant in Miami, 1983
My grandson, Just turned 16 a few months ago, soon he will have to start thinking about what he wants to do as a profession when he finishes school in another 2 years, apprenticeship or college?! Then at the age … Read More
Hot Chocolate does not always have to be a beverage, it can also be a Restaurant and Entertainment-Night Club as this one was. A concept created by Steve Vincent, Back in 1997, this was a project I was involved in … Read More
Best Chef of the World! Every region of the world seems to have one. I don’t know why they call them “Nr 1 in the World” when there are so many, according to many different associations, rating companies, and clubs. … Read More
THE REALITY CHECK As we all have plenty of time to reflect, think, and reminisce about what is going on in the world right now, I decided to express my personal opinion, feelings, and … Read More
Chef Ulrich in Action in Guadalajara, Mexico My first visit to Mexico was with my wife Nazarine in 1979, we stayed in Mexico DF at the Sheraton Hotel. From there a chauffeur was driving us to several sightseeing locations. The … Read More
My awkward Brandy bottle pop! The video is 16 min. long – Video is 37 years old, and therefore not the best quality!
Dominikanische Republik In 1987 kam ich in Santo Domingo an, um an der Neueröffnung des neuen Jaragua Hotel, Resort und European Spa zu arbeiten. Ich war verantwortlich für die Installationen der Gastro Betriebe im ganzen Resort und danach eine Küchencrew … Read More
In 1987 I arrived in Santo Domingo, to work on the re-opening of the new Jaragua Hotel, Resort, and European Spa. I was in charge of a kitchen crew of approx. 35-40, and seven F&B outlets throughout the Resort. On … Read More
As a Swiss chef, I took the opportunity to go and see the world, that profession was in demand especially in the United States during the ’70s, it was the ticket to enter the USA to pursue my destiny. After … Read More
Your favorite drink says more about you than you think. From coffee lovers to wine enthusiasts, here’s what your go-to beverage reveals about your personality. COFFEE You’re driven, focused, and always on the move. Coffee drinkers value productivity and routine-even … Read More