My Guide to Zürich

It’s weird to think about, but I’ve been living in Zürich for almost the same amount of time I lived in San Francisco. At this point in San Francisco living, I was proudly giving away my restaurant expertise to anyone that would listen. Moving to a new city abroad has included a few more challenges […]

Wine Tasting in Switzerland’s Lavaux Region

I’ve had number of odd jobs here in Switzerland, and I’m finding that my favorites are the ones that involve perks for payment. Writing articles for My Girlfriend Guide has sent me on some pretty fun adventures, including the Veuve Cliquot Chalet, tasting all the Swiss chocolate I could find, and most recently, a trip […]

Truffe {swiss chocolate shop tour}

Truffe is not your average Swiss chocolate shop. The storefront window along the cobblestone streets of old town has you guessing—do they sell chocolate? Home décor? Is it an interior design studio? The mystery will lure you in and the unique offerings will keep you shopping. Not only do they offer luxury chocolate, they also […]

Läderach {swiss chocolate shop tour}

According to the Confectionery News, the average Swiss person ate 9 kg // 20 lbs. of chocolate in 2014, which is roughly 209 regular-sized (43g) chocolate bars. Chocolate shops line the streets of Zurich and whole grocery store aisles are dedicated to chocolate bars, so its no wonder that Switzerland has consistently held the crown […]

Swiss G’hacktes mit Hörnli {macaroni with meat sauce}

I decided to give up on downhill skiing. It’s an expensive sport to keep trying to enjoy and I just don’t think I will ever get there. The process alone of putting on the uncomfortable boots and carrying the skis to the lift starts the day off all wrong for me. For most people, getting […]

The Veuve Clicquot Chalet

This time last week, I was hanging out in a chalet drinking a bottomless glass of Veuve Clicquot. NBD.  Who am I kidding, it was a really BIG DEAL!  I was given the opportunity to represent the online magazine, My Girlfriend Guide to Zurich, with whom I occasionally write articles, at an event sponsored by […]