The Culinary Grand Tour Market, Zürich, 6 October
An evening of conversation and cuisine
Presented by Switzerland Tourism and Monocle.
For one night only, Zürich’s Kaufleuten becomes a meeting place for Switzerland’s food culture. Presented by Switzerland Tourism and Monocle, this special evening invites guests to discover the country’s flavours through conversation and cuisine. Bringing together a curated selection of regional specialities, local producers, chefs, winemakers and artisans, it’s an opportunity to learn about – and taste – Switzerland’s vast culinary variety in one place.
The evening begins with conversation. Noah Bachofen and Nico Franzoni will share highlights from their recent journey across Switzerland, where they explored the country’s regional food culture, before a Monocle-curated panel discussion recorded for The Entrepreneurs programme turns to the ideas and individuals shaping contemporary Swiss gastronomy. From there, the tasting experience brings to life the cuisine behind the conversation. Guests can move between market stands, meet Swiss producers and taste their way across the country’s regional dishes, drinks, cheeses and more. A ticket includes access to the full evening’s programme and tastings – a chance to experience Switzerland’s culinary diversity and the vibrant community of makers behind it. En Guete!
Meet our market partners and discover the people and products that make Switzerland’s culinary culture so distinctive:
GastroSuisse: Representing more than 20,000 members across Switzerland’s hospitality industry, GastroSuisse celebrates the art of welcoming guests. Stop by for a bespoke Swiss-inspired cocktail and discover how genuine connection sits at the heart of Swiss hospitality.
AOP-IGP: AOP and IGP are Switzerland’s official quality labels for products with a protected origin and a deep connection to local tradition.Taste a selection of these protected specialities – from Abricotine apricot brandy and Valais dried beef to Vacherin Fribourgeois cheese – and discover the stories behind their craft.
Swiss Wine Promotion: Take a journey through Switzerland’s six wine regions with Swiss Wine Promotion. Sample a selection of distinctive local vintages while uncovering the country’s hidden wine routes and unforgettable tasting experiences.
Great Sites of Taste: From Basel’s famous Läckerli biscuit to Ticino’s renowned Merlot, Great Sites of Taste puts Switzerland’s regional flavours under the spotlight. Explore a collection of unique culinary destinations where landscapes and local traditions tell the story of the country through food.
Grand Tour of Switzerland: Experience the Grand Tour of Switzerland, a 1,643km journey connecting the country’s most spectacular landscapes, cultural landmarks and culinary highlights. Discover the route, plan your next adventure and capture a photo from this iconic Swiss itinerary.
Victorinox: Founded in 1884, Victorinox has grown from a Swiss cutlery workshop into a global name synonymous with quality design and craftsmanship. Explore its premium knives through interactive demonstrations and discover the precision behind tools made for everyday life.
The Omnia: Experience the flavours of The Omnia, Zermatt’s celebrated mountain lodge, with truffle-led dishes paired with Swiss sparkling wines from Lavaux. For a pick-me-up, enjoy a freshly brewed coffee prepared on a Swiss-made Zuriga espresso machine.
Grand Hotel Belvedere: Bringing a taste of Wengen to Zurich, Grand Hotel Belvedere serves up an alpine-inspired summer menu featuring mountain porcini “shawarma” and barbecued watermelon. Pair it with the hotel’s signature homemade beer for a refreshing mountain escape in the city.
