Onions are growing easily in Switzerland’s climate and they’ve been an important part of Swiss cuisine for hundreds of years. Every November, the Ziebelemärit (onion market) takes place in Bern’s old town where, amongst other things, more than 50 metric tons of onions in artistically woven braids are being sold. In Basel, onion tart is […]
traditional Swiss recipes
Zuger Chriesibrägel (Stewed Cherries Dish)

A Brägel is stewed fruit that’s thickened with milk and flour. Chriesi are cherries, so a Chriesibrägel is a sweet dish made of stewed cherries, thickened with milk and flour, and often eaten mixed with roasted bread cubes. This recipe is a great winter dish if you live in a country like Switzerland where frozen […]