How do food prices affect you and your family?? Please join the conversation at the end of this page↓ Here’s a comparison of how much food you can buy with $10 in different countries around the world: 1. United States: … Read More
“Cooking with Locals in Switzerland” is a fantastic way to experience authentic Swiss culture, cuisine, and hospitality. Switzerland’s diverse regions—German, French, Italian, and Romansh—offer rich and varied culinary traditions. Here’s a guide to help you plan or explore this kind … Read More
Well, after making fun of my two brothers-in-law for years, telling them they are not really Swiss because they grew up in a Village called Hallau in the Canton of Schaffhausen, this is a part of Switzerland, looping very close … Read More
I would like to make it clear from the beginning, I am not an expert in World Politics; I am expressing my personal views and observations of the present world situation. The Human race refuses to learn from history’s chapters, … Read More
On June 9th through 13th, 2025, is the Ocean Conference in Nice, France The topic is ocean pollution, And its preservation to save humanity. The objective is to create awareness and, of course, raise millions of dollars. What I don’t … Read More
The first known foods eaten by humans were foraged from the natural environment long before agriculture existed. These early foods would have included: 🌿 Plants and Vegetation Wild fruits (like figs, berries) Nuts (like walnuts and almonds) Tubers and roots … Read More
I asked myself over and over again, what is Hamas’s objective by fighting the Jews, killing and starving their innocent Palestinian People in the process, because we all know, Israel is not going to go anywhere, this just complicates the … Read More
Hier sind die US-Städte mit den höchsten Preisen, und vergleichen Sie sie mit den Preisen in der Schweiz. Wie Subways 5-Dollar-Footlong-Sandwich könnte günstiges Fast Food bald der Vergangenheit angehören. Der Durchschnittspreis für Fast Food in größeren US-Städten liegt mittlerweile im … Read More
Thought of the Day! I am very partial to what is considered to be wise quotes, as so many of us are. The key to these beauties might be to live them since they are part and parcel of wisdom, … Read More
Italians adore their own cuisine. Over the coming summer, many people travel south to Tessin, often into Italy. There, they can be enchanted by Italian cuisine. In this article, we’ll show you which restaurant offers what Nothing beats an old … Read More
Swiss Chocolate Takes Flight: Aeschbach Chocolatier Partners with SWISS International Air Lines Swiss craftsmanship, innovation, and a passion for fine chocolate come together at 35,000 feet. September 2025 | Root, Switzerland A remarkable success story has taken … Read More
During our time in the Mojácar and Vera area, we visited three restaurants that stood out: Sensations and Bellavista in Mojácar, and Lua Puerto Rey in Vera. All three offered very good food, but each provided a different … Read More
We love our Chocolate; a Swiss family of 4 eats approximately 22-24 kilos of Chocolate per year! However, do most people think about what it takes to produce this tablet of goodness when they pick it up from the store? … Read More
by Ulrich Koepf, March 4, 2026 Leave me a comment about this blog As we are sadly watching The world immerses itself in what certainly looks like a third world war. We have to keep in mind … Read More
Schreibt mir bitte ein Kommentar, mit Ihrer Meinung am ende dieser Seite Wie ich die Welt heute betrachte Ich sehe keinen klaren Kampf zwischen Gut und Böse oder zwischen Ost und West. Ich sehe … Read More
Di you have a similar story ?? Please leave me a comment at the end of the page⇓ This is a short version of the life of a Swiss Chef and Hospitality Consultant spanning over 55 years and seven … Read More
Do you have any Swiss Army experiences or memories? Leave me your comments at the end of this page↓ Where are they all now, 54 years later?! The second page is a price list of provisions calculated for … Read More
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
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, embarrassing 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
