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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
On our last trip to Spain, we drove along Costa Blanca, arriving in Valencia we drove down to Alicante, Mojacar to Almeria. It is a beautiful drive, Valencia is probably my favorite city, on the way down we stayed in … Read More
by Ulrich Koepf, March 4, 2026 As we are sadly watching The world immerses itself in what certainly looks like a third world war. We have to keep in mind what happened during the Second World War, what would have … Read More
von Ulrich Köpf, 4.März 2026 Während wir mit Bedauern zusehen, wie die Welt in einen Krieg gerät, der mit Sicherheit einem dritten Weltkrieg gleicht, müssen wir uns an die Ereignisse des Zweiten Weltkriegs erinnern. Was wäre geschehen, wenn die Nazis … Read More
🏰 From Medieval Stones to Crispy Poultry — A Journey at Attinghausen’s Ruins & the Pouletburg If Swiss history and hearty comfort food had a lovechild, it would probably be the experience you get when visiting the Burgruine Attinghausen
Wenn ich die Welt heute betrachte, Ich sehe keinen klaren Kampf zwischen Gut und Böse oder zwischen Ost und West. Ich sehe ein System, das müde und überholt ist. Die Globalisierung, wie sie in den letzten Jahrzehnten konzipiert und propagiert … Read More
When I look at the world today, I don’t see a neat struggle between good and bad, or East and West. I see a system that is tired and outdated. Globalization, as it was designed and sold over the last … 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
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
The Swiss Filmmaker Felice Zenoni, a native of Altodrf, Uri, Switzerland, just released a new movie called “Namaste Seelisberg.” High above the Rütli Meadow and Lake Lucerne, the site of the Rütlischwur (Ruetli Oath), the oath that laid the foundation … Read More
Manche Orte erzählen ihre Geschichte nicht laut, sondern leise. Die Burgruine Attinghausen ist so ein Ort. Sie thront nicht spektakulär auf einem unbezwingbaren Felsen, sondern steht bodenständig über dem Dorf – fast so, als wolle sie sagen: Ich bin noch … Read More
