The Easter Egg: Its History and Cultural Significance
In Switzerland, Easter (or ‘Oschtere’ in German) is widely celebrated and marks the onset of spring season, which is celebrated with much fanfare. A common and beloved Swiss Easter tradition […]
Recipe: Apricot Flan (Wähe)
Made with seasonal apricots, this classic and easy dessert tart is an all-round winner that will have you craving for more. Ingredients: Method:
Culi-Temp Corner: What’s the Go with Bottled H2O?
Bottled water is about to out-sell soft drinks on a global scale. Historically carbonated soft drinks have led global packaged drink consumption; however, according to the latest in market research […]
Recipe: Blueberry-Banana-Almond-Kale Smoothie
Smoothies are a good option, because you don’t need any special equipment to make one, just an ordinary blender. You can easily make a light, nutritious meal with a smoothie […]
Culi-Temp Corner: Juice Truths, Health or Hype?
Juicing has been trending worldwide for over a decade now. What was once solely a preparation method for children to increase their nutritional intake, or a breakfast option for health-conscious […]
“Busecca” (Tripe Soup): A Winter Warmer
The Swiss province of Ticino claims ownership of this hardy and nutritious soup. After the traditional Minestrone soup, the Busecca soup is perhaps the next best recognised soup beyond […]
Culi-Temp Corner: Tripe, the Forgotten Meat
Tripe is the name given to the four stomachs (offal) of ruminant mammals, who acquire nutrients from plant-based food by fermenting it in a specialised stomach prior to digestion, principally […]
Recipe: Chorizo and Cannellini Bean Ragù
A true winter warmer and one-pot wonder, this hardy, traditional Spanish chorizo and cannellini bean ragù will have you going for seconds. Packed-full of flavour and best served with crusty […]
CuliTemp Corner: The History of Chorizo
Recipe: Traditional Glühwein
When winter weather swirls in, nothing could be cosier than a hot mug of glühwein that fills your house with a wonderful aroma and warms you up on a cold […]