Month: July 2020 | BAR NEWS

Co-owner of Cuba Club, Schaffhausen

10 questions for Nicolas del Mestre

The trained chemical laboratory assistant first came into contact with the bar nine years ago while studying. But his chemistry studies didn't really work out, even after he changed his field of study after 1 ½ years.

BAR NEWSMarch 11, 2021July 28, 2020

Born in Schaffhausen, he preferred to stand behind the bar, so he devoted himself entirely to his passion. In 2017, he started as deputy manager at the Cuba Club. A year later, he took over ... Continue reading ...

Brand image rejuvenated

Coruba rum with a new look

The Rum Coruba brand image has been rejuvenated. Both on the bottle and in communications, the Basel signature of the original Jamaican rum is now more clearly accentuated.

BAR NEWSAugust 5, 2020July 22, 2020

After Basel merchant Rudolf Waeckerlin drank rum for the first time in Jamaica, he founded the Compagnie Rhumière de Bâle in 1889. He derived the brand name Coruba from the first letters of the company's name... Read more...

New club management

Max Kopp is the new president of DistiSuisse

Every two years, DistiSuisse awards prizes to the best Swiss spirits. The upcoming awards ceremony will be under new leadership. Max Kopp was recently elected president of the DistiSuisse association in a digital vote.

BAR NEWSAugust 19, 2020July 20, 2020

Last year's competition saw 108 companies from all regions of Switzerland participate with 622 different spirits. This was a new record for participation and a success story that Max Kopp, the newly elected ... Continue reading ...

Due to the coronavirus pandemic

ZAGG 2020 canceled

No Zagg in 2020. The organizers announced this in their statement on July 14. The reason given is the coronavirus pandemic and the associated planning uncertainty.

BAR NEWSAugust 5, 2020July 14, 2020

It would only have been possible to hold the event under conditions that would not have done justice to the character of the gastronomy fair. "The decision to cancel was very difficult for us," says fair director Suzanne Galliker. "Especially in the ... Continue reading ...

Fresh, fruity, bold, cheerful

Oha mixed drink

The new "OHA" combines "Migi Bräu" and the long-standing success "Original Beckenrieder Orangenmost" to create a refreshing mixed drink. True to the motto: fresh, fruity, bold, cheerful.

BAR NEWSSeptember 11, 2020July 13, 2020

It takes a certain amount of courage and a great deal of conviction to launch two new products at this challenging time, when the restaurant industry in particular is facing considerable difficulties. Read more...

Karl Wild Hotel Rating 2020

Suvretta House is Hotel of the Year

Every year, the Swiss hotel industry eagerly awaits the ratings of hotel expert Karl Wild. Leading hotels are evaluated according to criteria such as investment activity, innovative spirit, reviews from other hotel and restaurant guides, and much more.

BAR NEWSAugust 5, 2020July 13, 2020

The award from renowned hotel tester Karl Wild is a great honor for the Suvretta House in St. Moritz, recognizing its legendary service, which has been provided for over 100 years with ... Continue reading ...

Excellent drinking culture

CinCin from Winterthur

CinCin stands for excellent drinking culture with two central focuses: outstanding coffee and cocktail enjoyment in a unique, personal atmosphere.

BAR NEWSJuly 2, 2020

From Tuesday to Saturday, CinCin – Coffee & Drinks invites you to enjoy excellent coffee specialties with its all-day concept. With 34 seats on the ground floor and another 10 seats in the ... Continue reading ...

Speakeasy Bar from Lausanne

The Vestibule

Le Vestibule is a bookstore in the legendary "La Cité" district of Lausanne, which has been passed down from generation to generation.

BAR NEWSJuly 2, 2020

At the beginning of 2020, the family business decided to diversify in order to overcome its financial difficulties. On February 25, 2020, the first alcoholic beverage was discreetly sold. This was followed by a variety of ... Continue reading ...

New outdoor bar in Basel

Park Restaurant & Chill Out Lounge

The former Lange Erlen park restaurant is now run by Parterre Basel, an association of around 21 Basel-based catering, cultural, and social enterprises. A new outdoor bar with a chill-out lounge has been added to the terrace between the zoo and the bandstand.

BAR NEWSJuly 2, 2020

In addition to well-known classics, the cocktail menu also offers refreshing original creations such as the Park Spritz. The focus is clearly on summer drinks, which invite you to enjoy them accompanied by delicacies such as the Park Mezze. ... Read more ...

Eau-de-vie and fruit combined

Williamine on Fruit

Williamine Morand perfectly captures the distinctive aroma of this exceptional fruit. The new Williamine sur Fruit from Morand combines eau-de-vie and fruit.

BAR NEWSAugust 5, 2020July 1, 2020

Thanks to their climate and particularly fertile soil, Valais and the Rhone Valley are the best terroir for growing Williams pears. Jean-Pierre Morand, a fourth-generation member of the family ... Continue reading ...