Trust me—Switzerland’s honor system
Self-service flower gardens represent an aspect of living in Switzerland that still enchants me after twelve years.
Ever since I moved here, I’ve been a...
Sampling strawberries
A stroll through Basel’s Marktplatz on Saturday just about turned me into a fruitarian. From leafy greens to apricots piled high and yellow in...
Rhubarb–Red, tart and tasty
As spring launches a wave of color into the markets around Basel, the vibrant hue of rhubarb demands my attention. Rhabarba (rhubarb) is onstage...
¡Buen provecho!
What does one do when her best friend leaves town for an exciting year-long adventure in Southeast Asia? Send him off with a Mexican...
Fasnacht for a foodie
Four days ago before dawn, Basel's carnival opened with a bang. More than any other event on the city calendar, Fasnacht, called "the three...
Raclette three ways
Legend has it that Raclette, a dish born in the Swiss canton of Valais in the 16th century, resulted from an accidental meltdown of...