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Splendid Piano Bar

Rose-Marie Obrist has been running the Piano Bar in Niederdorf for over 40 years – and she’s not ready to give up yet.

Papier 5

People who pop into Anita Bodmer’s shop are probably looking to spread a little joy, as Zurich-born Anita only sells cards, stationery and small gifts.

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Burgers, tacos and the best pizza chef

Street food festivals are booming. Here are our tips for some of the best events over the coming weeks.

‘The older generation grew their own produce’

Gabi Vogt has been working on a book about allotment gardeners. She talks to us about generation clashes and tomato sugo.

‘A what?!’

When our LGBT columnist invites a heterosexual bodybuilder to a gay bar, he finds himself lost for words.

Give your cactus a long and happy life

A big cactus and succulents market will be held on Saturday. Here are 10 tips on how to keep your new plant happy.

Should Zurich be more Mediterranean?

Our nightlife columnist Alexander Bücheli thinks we should be free to enjoy summer – even after midnight.

‘Art doesn’t hurt at all’

The latest Escape Room in Zurich is aimed at millennials who find museums boring. Its creators tell us more.