I have to say that this was my favorite meal in Lucerne. Oh my goodness!! Our tour guide highly…read morerecommended it. I'm not sure that I would have seen it had it not been for Chris. It's quite the hidden gem. First of all, the rustic and unpretentious ambiance hit all the right notes. I mean, I couldn't have asked for a better lunch setting. Although, Lucerne is full of beautiful outdoor terrace scenery. This one was by and far the best indoor scenery. Seriously! Just look at the pictures. The 4 course pasta lunch was exactly what I wanted in a Swiss Italian meal. It's all served family style. There were 3 of us. We started with the soup & salad. It was a delicious seasonal pumpkin cream soup. She told us what was in it, but I totally forgot. It was also well-presented in a white soup tureen. The salad was equally as wonderful. I love the salad & dressing here! The quality fresh ingredients including pumpkin seeds (for Autumn) and croutons with that tasty homemade dressing is out of this world. I would have been happy & satisfied with just the soup & salad alone. The pasta dish came out not too long after the starters. Wow! Honestly, I thought the Pasta Amatriciana was better than any pasta dish I've had in Italy. I don't normally make statements like that. I just love the simple sauces made from fresh crushed tomatoes. This one had cured pork cheek in the sauce. Our server did tell us, but I don't think he heard that part. I was surprised that my husband didn't notice it. I still haven't told him because I'm not sure what he would think of that. Haha! We loved it! At the end, we had our choice of dessert. I think he had the tiramisu, and I selected the apricot mango one. It was a great ending. I also have to say that the Eichhof beer was light & refreshing, as well as the pitcher of naturally infused water. It's the little things that make me happy. There is an extensive wine menu as well. To be honest, I didn't see the rest of the menu. I think it's a daily fixed menu anyway. We were set on either the Pasta or Business (meat) lunch based on recommendations. We're glad we listened. The service was exceptional. Every course was proudly explained. Our server was friendly & professional. The atmosphere was amazing! The only thing you might regret is the price. But, I'm here to tell you that it's like that everywhere in Switzerland. Just get over it, and enjoy the meal. Take that advice for what it's worth. Seek this place out if you happen to be staying in Lucerne. We have no regrets whatsoever.

We had reservations in advance so I'd recommend them on the weekend - it was Easter weekend for us…read more I only imagine this place is just as beautiful when the weather is nicer out. Ambiance is rustic - good for groups of 8 or less or even just two people. Warm and cozy space as if you were at home. It was a set menu with salad/soup, pasta, main and dessert and/or cheese for dinner. I loved the fact that it was family style. So I maybe wouldn't choose this place if you have picky eaters. The salad was fantastic. Loved the dressing. The soup for me was the selling point. We had a root vegetable soup that was aromatic, creamy, a slight kick. The pasta was a Bolognese where I loved the chilis that they added. For the main, they were serving veal on a risotto and carrots. The meat was tender and flavorful. The chocolate mousse was rich, creamy and the creme balanced out the sweetness. Now, my group finished eating and decided we'd come back for lunch a few days later because the menu is never the same. Lunch is a little different with dinner as you can choose either pasta or the business lunch. We opted to do two servings of business lunch and one of the pasta so we could recreate the similar family-esque dinner style. We had a potato soup with salmon bits for lunch. Next was a pesto pasta with garlic and ricotta cheese. Not that the Bolognese wasn't good, but I loved this pasta. So fresh, and the flavors melded so well. We had a beef cut with purple rice and veggies. I loved the Char on this cut of meat. And lastly for dessert, I had panna cotta with a rhubarb compote that was so creamy, not overly sweet and had maybe a twist with a hint of cinnamon? You really can't go wrong here. If I came back to Lucerne, I'd be back here! Service was stellar-we actually had the same waitress for both meal services and was phenomenal. She gave great wine recommendations.

We only had drinks here but they were some of the best I have ever had. High quality crafted…read morecocktails. A bit on the expensive side but you're definitely paying for quality spirits and the bartenders skill.

This place is a stunner…read more The craft cocktails are great, the snack food is delicious (try the homemade flammkuchen "mediterran") and the ambiance ist wonderful!

When we planned our trip to Lucerne, I knew I wanted to do some sort of chocolate class or tasting…read more After some internet research we booked the 2 hour chocolate tasting and chocolate bar workshop at the event and design studio. The studio itself is very inviting and feels like you are coming into someone's home. After we arrived and checked in we were led into the event kitchen and given hats and aprons to put on for the chocolate bar making. Our host led us through their chocolate sourcing process and then we got to make our own chocolate bars. Once completed she gave us a tour of the working kitchen and we got to watch the head chocolatier making fresh filling and truffles. Once the tour was complete we were led into a dining room space where we got to sample a bunch of the current seasonal truffles and chocolates as well as cacao juice made from the white pulp that surrounds the beans inside the pods. While this class did not turn me into an at home chocolatier, it was very fun and informative and we had a great time. We also got to meet the owner, Patrik, who was incredibly friendly and visited with us about his son Max and how the company got it start.

From the owner: Natural. Bespoke. Swiss. Handmade. Made in Switzerland, enjoyed worldwide.read more

I'm still buzzing from my trip to the KKL Luzern! Seriously, the building itself is a masterpiece…read more The way the roof hangs over the water channels is, a perfect contrast to the City of Lucerne. The real treat happens inside the concert hall. I'd heard about the acoustics, but you really have to experience it to believe it. It doesn't matter where you're sitting--the sound seems absolutely perfect. I felt like I was completely enveloped in the performance. It was a I've got goosebumps moment. Beyond the main hall, there's so much to explore, from the art museum to the restaurants, all with these killer lake views. It's a complete cultural experience in one stunning location. Unfortunately I was too mesmerized to take any pics of the inside.. I guess ill have to run it all over again in my own head.. lol..

From the owner: Das KKL Luzern wurde zwischen 1995 und 2000 erbaut. In einer Rekordzeit von nur fünf Jahren…read moreentstand an prominenter Lage am Vierwaldstädtersee ein Kultur- und Kongresszentrum mit internationaler Ausstrahlung. Die beiden Autoren des Werks sind der französische Architekt Jean Nouvel und der amerikanische Akustiker Russell Johnson. Die aussergewöhnliche Architektur und der Konzertsaal mit seiner hervorragenden Akustik machen das KKL Luzern zu einem Bauwerk, das weltweit grosse Beachtung findet.

Das unique Hotel Appenberg ist ein ehemaliger Bauernhof, der zu einem Seminarhotel umgebaut wurde…read more Einige der Häuser wurden auch in anderen Regionen abgebrochen und hierher verpflanzt. Die Zimmer sind neu renoviert und heimelig, wenn auch in der Nacht etwas warm und stickig. Die Seminarräumlichkeiten (z.B. In einem alten Schulhaus, wie cool ist das denn?) bieten alles notwendige und tragen mit ihrem Charme zum Erfolg bei. Der Küche gilt ganz spezielles Lob. Man achtet auf die lokale Herkunft der Zutaten, die Frische merkt man den Menüs an, ebenso die Liebe die ins Kochen gesteckt wird. Es gibt hier keine Fernseher, darum ist man am Abend mal gezwungen sich mit seinen Kollegen Seminarteilnehmern auseinanderzusetzen anstatt in die Glotze zu schauen! (Aber es gibt einen mässig schnellen gratis Internetzugang, immerhin)

Amazing experience! Nice menu selection, and food prepared well. Staff were attentive and helpful…read moretoo in a beautiful aesthetic setting.

Die Atmosphäre, Bedienung und das Essen waren erstklassig. Die Preise sind etwas höher, aber man…read moreerhält Qualität.

We had coffee at Kahawa Cafe. Friendly customer service. The market has plenty of food options and…read morecommunity space. A nice variety of cultural foods.

From the owner: Der Freiruum ist eine der grössten Zwischennutzungen der Schweiz, welche 7 Tage die Woche für dich…read moregeöffnet hat. Auf 7'600 m2 findest du eine Markthalle mit zahlreichen Essens- und Marktständen, einem grossen Barangebot, Einkaufs- und Workshops-Möglichkeiten und vieles mehr. Die dazugehörige Sporthalle für Gross und Klein bietet einen atemberaubenden Trampolin Park, einer Parcour Zone und eine der grössten Boulderhalle der Schweiz.