Month: November 2025

Winners have been determined

2025 – Restaurant & Bar Design Awards

This year, over 800 projects were submitted for evaluation in more than 1,100 categories from 87 countries, showcasing some of the most remarkable gastronomy and hospitality venues from around the world.

The 40 expert judges—leading figures from the fields of design, architecture, gastronomy, and lifestyle media—faced the difficult task of selecting this year's winners. The award ceremony took place in Dubai. ... Read more ...

Location sought

X-TRA is looking for a new location in Zurich or the surrounding area

X-TRA Production AG continues its search for a suitable location for the planned "X-TRA House of Music."

Following the withdrawal from the new construction project on Vulkanstrasse in Zurich-Altstetten in March 2025, the insights gained were transferred to an expanded requirements profile. This defines the spatial and functional requirements ... Continue reading ...

Portrait of Michael Müller

Three attempts to victory

Michael Müller, bar manager at Château Gütsch in Lucerne, is "Barkeeper the Year 2025." He is someone who has achieved success through continuous hard work, precision, and a calm, matter-of-fact manner.

A few days have passed since the award ceremony. "Only now am I really beginning to understand what has happened. Yesterday, everything was a bit blurry. Today, I can think clearly again," says ... Continue reading ...

On November 19

Opening of Sinaloa, Zurich

On November 19, Dirk Hany will open his new restaurant, Sinaloa, in Zurich. BAR NEWS met with him to find out a few details.

BAR NEWS: How long did the planning phase take? Dirk Hany: Last December, we were asked if we were still interested in the premises at Gasometerstrasse 5 in District 5. Four years ago... Continue reading...

Premium non-alcoholic alternative

Ouzero

"Greek taste – Swiss made" – an aniseed aperitif that combines Mediterranean lifestyle with Swiss craftsmanship.

Slightly sweet on the palate, like an ouzo candy—with fresh citrus notes and subtle spice. Ouzero contains 100 percent natural ingredients, is free from additives, and is vegan. The finely balanced ... Read more ...

Call for tenders 2026

Do you mix cool non-alcoholic cocktails?

We are looking for the best non-alcoholic cocktails in the categories "Fancy Drink" and "Sparkling Cocktail." Submit your recipes now and win attractive prizes.

Non-alcoholic cocktails are now a staple on every bar menu. Barkeeper restaurateurs have recognized that guests who never consume alcohol or simply don't want to drink alcohol at that moment still want an appealing alternative... Continue reading...

Chinese national distillate

Kweichow Moutai: China's liquid gold

Moutai is considered China's liquid gold and represents much more than masterful distilling. It is a symbol of national pride, hospitality, and sincerity—a drink deeply rooted in Chinese culture.

Moutai is a unique symbol of baijiu in China. It has witnessed the changing times and lived through historical turning points. To this day, drinking Moutai together—whether ... Continue reading ...

Swiss spirits awards

DistiSuisse 2025: The winners have been announced

What an evening: at DistiSuisse 2025, Switzerland's most important and prestigious spirits competition, it once again became clear just how diverse and high-quality Swiss distilling culture is.

The expert jury awarded prizes to the country's best spirits in 19 categories – from fruit and grain brandies to liqueurs, whiskey, and vodka. For the first time in ... Continue reading ...

Third house of the Appenzeller Huus

Opening of Huus Quell in Gonten

It is the very first 5-star superior hotel in the Appenzell region and one of the most significant hotel openings of the year: Huus Quell in Gonten opened its doors on October 15, 2025.

This opening not only marks the completion of the visionary Appenzeller Huus construction project, but also the start of a new chapter in the history of the regional hotel industry. As the first 5-star superior hotel in Appenzell ... Read more ...

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