06 Jun 23
Lakeside Bars in & around Lausanne
Kick back, relax, and take in view of the lake while sipping on something cold. Here are some lakeside buvettes you need to add to your circuit this summer.
Beer + Wine + Bars
05 Jun 23
Terraces of Lausanne
When the weather is just right and you’d rather spend your time outdoors, we’ve got several gorgeous terraces to choose from here in Lausanne.
09 Sep 22
Where to Find Natural Wine in Lausanne
Lausanne has long pioneered the biodynamic movement, from the city gardens to their thousand-year-old vineyards, so here’s where to find natural wine.
31 May 22
Rooftop Bars of Lausanne
Our favorite rooftop bars in and around Lausanne, perfect for when you need to sit back, relax and enjoy the view.
18 May 22
Celebrating World Cocktail Day in Lausanne
It’s World Cocktail Day! We asked some of our favorite Lausanne establishments for their hand-crafted cocktail recipes (each with a twist, of course).
14 Apr 22
New Spots this Spring in Lausanne
In a city like Lausanne, the creative energy gives way to new businesses popping up in different parts of the city. Here are a few that have caught our eye this spring.
18 Feb 22
7 Unique Cocktail Bars to Suit Every Occasion
Free from restrictions and ready to party? Here are 7 unique cocktail bars to help you kick off the “20s” in style.
19 Jan 22
6 Lausanne Bars to Warm Up this Winter
Dreading that chill in the air and the long winter months ahead? Then warm up in these cozy local Lausanne bars, chosen for their intimate atmosphere.
09 Dec 21
Superposé
A new urban bar & bistro in Lausanne specialising in biodynamic wines, local beers, and build-your-own planchettes.
24 Sep 21
10 Restaurants to Celebrate Special Occasions in Lausanne
Wedding anniversary? Golden birthday? Graduating from school? If you’re looking for that perfect spot to celebrate a special moment, check out these places in Lausanne that are sure to please for any occasion.
23 Sep 21
Mosto : a Wine Shop Where Simplicity Is the Ultimate Sophistication
You’ve certainly heard of organic wines; and you’ve maybe heard of bio-dynamic wines; but if what you want is a bottle that goes a step further and sparks a conversation, we’ve got a boutique for you…
17 Sep 21
JAJA
Where sophistication and provocation sit comfortably side-by-side, enter the universe of JAJA. A bar and nightclub that invites you to drink, dance, and engage in the magic that’s reserved for a true ‘night out’.
08 Sep 21
Deliciously Dry: The NOLO Trend Arrives in Switzerland
It started when local craft beer company Dr Gab’s announced their first alcohol-free beer – Placebo – and now, we’re seeing non-alcoholic beverages pop up elsewhere…
29 Jun 21
Lausanne’s Award-winning Wines Have a New Name and New Online Store
Behind the new name, we find not only excellent wines but also the passion, love, and generosity of the men and women who have contributed to the continuity of the label since 1536.
11 Jun 21
10 Smashable Local Beers to Try this Summer
As the weather and restrictions on drinking and dining lighten up, so does our taste in beer. Here are 10 local beers to add to your fridge for the summer.
07 Sep 20
Les Jardins Du Vieux-Lausanne et Bar Giraf
An oasis in the heart of the city, Les Jardins is a seasonal local favorite that’s just too good not to share.
18 Sep 19
Domaine du Daley
Sip on wine and admire the vineyards it comes from–you can’t beat these views and the gorgeous grounds of this domaine.
03 Aug 18
Le Perroquet
Move over minimalism. This Lausanne resto-bar is flamboyant, eclectic, and utterly fabulous.
27 Jun 18
Dr. Gab’s
Proof that creating something is much better when shared with friends.
06 Feb 18
La Grappe d’Or
This restaurant is more than its beautiful facade, it’s the setting for stories of romance and intrigue, a vessel of Lausanne history.
22 Jun 17
Where to shop in Lausanne: La Mise En Bière
**La Mise En Bière has moved (but not too far!)–check out the updated address below** It doesn’t look like much from the street. In fact, you can pass the shop without really knowing it’s there (and it took me quite some time to find it, even with my I-phone navigating me). Above the doorway hangs a sign that reads, ‘Tailleur’—something that has no doubt misled several passersby. But if you do discover this shop, you will immediately succumb to its charm…and the hundreds of bottles of beer you desperately want to try. Claude is a man who knows what he loves. He always loved beer, but pragmatism steered him toward a 9-5 job in an office with cubicles and a boss. Sound familiar? It wasn’t until last year that he decided to ditch the corporate scene and join forces with his friend Daniel, the founder of La Mise En
