Restaurant Chez Mamie Lise (11 Rue Grenette, 74000 Annecy, France) – for those looking for regional French cuisine while passing through the French Alps, this restaurant, located in the outskirts of the “Venice of the French Alps”, serves hearty local specialties from fondue and raclette (melted over steaming potatoes), to tartiflette (a potato casserole with […]
Pizzeria Caruso (Hotel Laudinella, Via Tegiatscha 17, 7500 St. Moritz, Switzerland) — Watch the Neapolitan pizza chefs as they swing the dough before they conjure delightfully crispy pizza out of the wood-burning oven. Pizzeria Caruso is the most popular pizza restaurant in St. Moritz. This is where locals and guests from all over the world […]
Organic Pizza Salzburg (Franz-Josef-Straße 24A, 5020 Salzburg, Austria) — arguably the city’s best pizza can be had when entering this unpretentious venue serving 100% organic pizza in vegetarian, vegan and omnivore varieties, all well worth their €9.80 to €16.80. Instead of the standard base made from wheat, you may order one made with spelt. Choose […]
Munchie (74 Rue des Moulins, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France) – given the upscale crowd that goes through Chamonix, this restaurant makes an effort to stand out among such diners with its Franco-Japanese-Scandinavian menu. Visitors can try their specialties, duck teriyaki or steak frites, served with their own bearnaise sauce. They also offer an extensive sushi menu. […]
Le Panier des 4 Saisons (262 Rue du Dr Paccard, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France) — upscale but not pretentious, Le Panier des 4 Saisons serves up traditional French dishes perfectly matched with regional wines. Located in a pedestrian side street, it almost seems to be hiding from the “après ski” crowd, a mood that’s reinforced inside, […]
Le Cap Horn (74 Rue des Moulins, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France) — this two-level former chalet is decored with a distinctly nautical theme, full of model sailboats. Specializing in French-Asian fusion dishes, with great vegetarian options, it’s a spin that works. Duck with honey and soy sits alongside fisherman’s stew, but both options are tasty. The […]
Kornhauskeller (Kornhausplatz 18, Bern) – this restaurant stands out due to its high vaulted ceilings and Baroque interior. Built during the early 1700s, Kornhauskeller’s menu is Mediterranean inspired, while the wine list includes something for all palates and occasions. The Gallery with a humidor, lounge and bar is a perfect place to linger over an […]
Imlauer Sky Bar & Restaurant (Rainerstraße 6, 5020 Salzburg, Austria) — on the top floor of the hotel IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg, visitors can enjoy the views of the city where Mozart was born & raised. The excellent location, directly opposite of the congress hall and close to the old town and the main train […]
Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal (Bayerhamerstraße 13, 5020 Salzburg, Austria) – for diners who want a break from meat-heavy Austrian cuisine, this restaurant is perfect. This restaurant serves Indian vegan and vegetarian dishes, such as Jelfrezi (made with aubergine and tomato) and navrattan (a mix of vegetables, nuts & raisins). Samosas and mango lassi are also […]
Gourmanderie Moléson (Aarbergergasse 24, 3011 Bern, Switzerland) – located in Bern’s main pedestrian zone and just five minutes from the Parliament Building, is this restaurant. Items on the menu include veal cordon bleu, Emmental rack of lamb, French poultry, Charolais beef, Scottish salmon (Red Label). There’s also fondue made from Gruyère and Fribourg Vacherin cheese, […]