Raclette? What is that?
on December 8, 2018 with No Comments
The perfect winter fun dish!
The Story of Tea
on December 8, 2018 with No Comments
Discovered 5000 years ago! Tea originated in China. It is estimated that the tea plant was discovered there almost 5,000 years ago. This was a well-kept secret for a long time because it was not until 700 AD that … Read More
Swiss Regional Comfort Foods
on December 7, 2018 with No Comments
You Just Have To Try! as published in THE LOCAL.CH Swiss chef Ulrich Koepf has worked all over the world but his favorite dessert remains a cake from his home canton of … Read More
Die gegenwärtige Welt durch meine Augen!
on December 7, 2018 with No Comments
Im Laufe der vergangenen Jahre, denke ich immer mehr darüber nach, was ich in den sieben Ländern, in denen ich das privileg hatte, zu arbeiten und zu leben, die Sprachen und Kulturen dieser Länder erlebt und gesehen zu haben. Die … Read More
The World Through My own Eyes!
on December 4, 2018 with No Comments
As the years go by, I find myself reflecting more and more on what I have experienced and seen over the years living and working in the 7 countries I was fortunate enough to have experienced, with the languages, cultures, … Read More
Traveling with Food Allergies
on November 29, 2018 with No Comments
Managing an allergic reaction is hard during your travels, however, these preventive steps will assist you in exploring preparation culture and keep you healthy. If you are allergic to gluten and even have a light farm allergic reaction, and albeit … Read More
Chocolate!
on November 24, 2018 with No Comments
In candy creating, chocolate is second solely to sugar in importance and frequency of use. Chocolate is exclusive in that it is often each a basic ingredient and a finished candy by itself. Knowing the way to handle chocolate, as … Read More
Die 100 besten Restaurants der Schweiz in 1981
on November 24, 2018 with No Comments
Wieso kein Englisch für Medizinische Anweisungen?
on November 16, 2018 with No Comments
What about English here in Switzerland? My wife and were walking through town the other day and we noticed that in every shop display window there were advertisements in English; names such as “On Sale”, “Free Delivery”, “Free Gift”, “We … Read More
JOYS OF CARBOHYDRATES: BEANS!
on November 2, 2018 with No Comments
THE JOY OF CARBOHYDRATES: BEANS! Are you kidding me?! A bean tasting of cooked dried seeds? Can food associates, (especially in Latin America), worldwide with hearty appetites be worthy of such an earnest consideration? To clear the palate between varieties … Read More
My Stories, Recipes , Videos & Adventures from Around the World!
Ulrich in Guadalajara, Mexico – Opening of Cafe Picasso
on December 10, 2025 with No Comments
Taiwan…The disputed Island in the Pacific Ocean, 180 kilometers off the coast of mainland China
on November 26, 2025 with No Comments
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
My Life Story as a Chef
on October 3, 2025 with No Comments
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
Aargauer Tagblatt 1977!
on September 25, 2025 with No Comments
The Day I Served the Future on a Plate (South Florida Wasn’t Ready)
on September 25, 2025 with No Comments
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
Memories from the time in the Swiss Army
on March 24, 2025 with No Comments
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!
“Bleib Links” in Bermuda
on March 14, 2025 with No Comments
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
The Hidden Melody of Switzerland: A History of Rhaeto-Romansh
on December 1, 2024 with No Comments
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
Hot Chocolates Restaurant and Nite Club
on December 18, 2023 with No Comments
My Cosmopolitan Magazine modeling Days😁
on December 16, 2023 with No Comments
Ulrich’s Miami Mob ordeal
Ulrich’s Truffles Restaurant, Miami, Florida 1983
on May 11, 2023 with No Comments
My first Project, Truffles Restaurant in Miami, 1983
My Swiss Army Memories
on November 3, 2021 with No Comments
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
This was a popping “Hot Chocolate”!
on May 11, 2021 with No Comments
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
The Culinary World, Chefs and their reach to the Stars!
on November 12, 2020 with No Comments
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
Warning Notice to the Human Race
on March 22, 2020 with No Comments
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
Ulrich’s Guadalajara & Mexico City Experience
on June 22, 2018 with No Comments
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
Chef UlrichK on Selkirk CH.13 Cooking Show
on January 7, 2018 with No Comments
My awkward Brandy bottle pop! The video is 16 min. long – Video is 37 years old, and therefore not the best quality!
Ulrich K’s Erinnerungen der Dominikanischen Republik
on November 29, 2017 with No Comments
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
UlrichK in the Dominican Republic
on November 29, 2017 with No Comments
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
Ulrich’s Miami Mob ordeal
on November 28, 2017 with No Comments
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
What your Favorite Drink Says about You!
on December 15, 2025 with No Comments
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
Foods in Switzerland verses the USA
on November 21, 2025 with No Comments
