A Swiss team led by none other than Gstaad chef Tobia Ciarulli has won the bronze medal at the Culinary Olympics. The talented national youth team scored big as well--securing second place after Sweden.

A Swiss team led by none other than Gstaad chef Tobia Ciarulli has won the bronze medal at the Culinary Olympics. The talented national youth team scored big as well--securing second place after Sweden.

Panarea, lounge of the Raya, is one ofnthe most spectacular terraces in the Aeolian Islands. The children of our regular contributor, Januaria Piromallo, could not have had a better venue for their celebration.

Panarea, lounge of the Raya, is one ofnthe most spectacular terraces in the Aeolian Islands. The children of our regular contributor, Januaria Piromallo, could not have had a better venue for their celebration.

Cécile Ringgenberg has a gift. Besides her witty intellect and infectious joie de vivre, she radiates kindness at first sight. And not only is she an attorney at the Geneva bar and a doctor of law, she is a big fan of our little magazine, GSTAADLIFE.

Cécile Ringgenberg has a gift. Besides her witty intellect and infectious joie de vivre, she radiates kindness at first sight. And not only is she an attorney at the Geneva bar and a doctor of law, she is a big fan of our little magazine, GSTAADLIFE.

In early April, the newly created Ristorante Pizzeria da Corrado opened its doors to guests. Located in the former La Vinoteca location in Schönried, the pizzeria is managed by Gianna and Corrado Tomasini, who have spent the past three years at Restaurant Viktoria in Gstaad.

 

In early April, the newly created Ristorante Pizzeria da Corrado opened its doors to guests. Located in the former La Vinoteca location in Schönried, the pizzeria is managed by Gianna and Corrado Tomasini, who have spent the past three years at Restaurant Viktoria in Gstaad.

 

Recently opened in Schönried in front of the Ermitage Hotel, Fab Bistro’s name has an intriguing double meaning. Fab could be just short for fabulous. And yet, it is also an abbreviation of owner Fabrizio Adamo’s first name. Guests come from afar for his ...

Recently opened in Schönried in front of the Ermitage Hotel, Fab Bistro’s name has an intriguing double meaning. Fab could be just short for fabulous. And yet, it is also an abbreviation of owner Fabrizio Adamo’s first name. Guests come from afar for his ...

The life of Lady Monika Bacardi has always been  a sliding door–the difference is that at the crucial crossroads, she has always embarked in both directions. Mother or businesswoman? Movie producer or socialite? She is, after all, among the most envied women ...

The life of Lady Monika Bacardi has always been  a sliding door–the difference is that at the crucial crossroads, she has always embarked in both directions. Mother or businesswoman? Movie producer or socialite? She is, after all, among the most envied women ...

The following text, a beautiful account of an off-season journey into the wild steppe, was provided by GSTAADLIFE reader and long-time Saanenland guest Nalotuesha:

The following text, a beautiful account of an off-season journey into the wild steppe, was provided by GSTAADLIFE reader and long-time Saanenland guest Nalotuesha:

Reto Guntli is a man of many colours. From his beginnings in the theatre world to his current stature as one of the world’s most sought-after photographers, the Swiss native shows his keen eye for style knows no bounds.

Reto Guntli is a man of many colours. From his beginnings in the theatre world to his current stature as one of the world’s most sought-after photographers, the Swiss native shows his keen eye for style knows no bounds.

While the most beautiful birds migrate south for the winter, the most beautiful Italian chefs migrate north. This winter, Puglian chef Domenico "Domenicone" Consoli of La Frasca set up camp at Gildo’s Ristorante at the Gstaad Palace, bringing with him the exotic ...

While the most beautiful birds migrate south for the winter, the most beautiful Italian chefs migrate north. This winter, Puglian chef Domenico "Domenicone" Consoli of La Frasca set up camp at Gildo’s Ristorante at the Gstaad Palace, bringing with him the exotic ...

Tiffany, the American jeweller known for its exquisite diamonds and rare jewels, is currently holding an exhibition in Gstaad. Located at the Grand Hotel Park, the showcase will run through 21 February.

Tiffany, the American jeweller known for its exquisite diamonds and rare jewels, is currently holding an exhibition in Gstaad. Located at the Grand Hotel Park, the showcase will run through 21 February.

When you first meet Delia, who is the quintessence of exotic beauty and grace, you understand why it was love at first sight for Patrick von Rueti, a pony-tailed Zürcher. She manages to juggle a happy marriage, three children, running a plantation, designing her own jewellery, and speaking to ...

When you first meet Delia, who is the quintessence of exotic beauty and grace, you understand why it was love at first sight for Patrick von Rueti, a pony-tailed Zürcher. She manages to juggle a happy marriage, three children, running a plantation, designing her own jewellery, and speaking to ...

Text: GSTAADLIFE   High scores in the 2015 Gault Millau Switzerland rankings have earned the Saanenland billing as a true gourmet zone. Eighteen local restaurants are now on the celebrated annual list, which ranks eateries from 1 to 20, the highest score.

Text: GSTAADLIFE   High scores in the 2015 Gault Millau Switzerland rankings have earned the Saanenland billing as a true gourmet zone. Eighteen local restaurants are now on the celebrated annual list, which ranks eateries from 1 to 20, the highest score.

Image: Jaggi & Partners By Alexis Munier   Saanen Airport is set to become the jewel in the crown of Switzerland’s regional airports. With a total renovation and construction project underway, the site will host one of the most modern small airports in the country.

Image: Jaggi & Partners By Alexis Munier   Saanen Airport is set to become the jewel in the crown of Switzerland’s regional airports. With a total renovation and construction project underway, the site will host one of the most modern small airports in the country.

Photo: Alberto Alcocer Interview: Alexis Munier   With her lithe figure and show-stopping smile, Isabelle de Sadeleer looks more ex-model than Model T.

Photo: Alberto Alcocer Interview: Alexis Munier   With her lithe figure and show-stopping smile, Isabelle de Sadeleer looks more ex-model than Model T.

After 52 years, Gstaad International School is no more. In operation since 1962, the all-boarding institution was one of four private schools in the Saanenland-Pays d’en Haut.

After 52 years, Gstaad International School is no more. In operation since 1962, the all-boarding institution was one of four private schools in the Saanenland-Pays d’en Haut.

With the arrival of spring, the decade-long renovation of the road from Saanenmöser to Zweisimmen has resumed. Due to budget cuts, the work plan has undergone several changes. Namely, repairs which were scheduled to be completed in 2014 will now be completed by 2015.

With the arrival of spring, the decade-long renovation of the road from Saanenmöser to Zweisimmen has resumed. Due to budget cuts, the work plan has undergone several changes. Namely, repairs which were scheduled to be completed in 2014 will now be completed by 2015.

Arthur Reuteler, Heinz Brand and Manfred Weilguni celebrate the Parkhaus’ grand opening. Photo: AvS By: GSTAADLIFE   They say good things come to those who wait. They also say good things come in threes. For Saanen, this is doubly true.

Arthur Reuteler, Heinz Brand and Manfred Weilguni celebrate the Parkhaus’ grand opening. Photo: AvS By: GSTAADLIFE   They say good things come to those who wait. They also say good things come in threes. For Saanen, this is doubly true.

By: GSTAADLIFE   There’s no need to scour the Alpine forests in search of this poacher – Le Braconnier is alive and well in the heart of Rougemont.

By: GSTAADLIFE   There’s no need to scour the Alpine forests in search of this poacher – Le Braconnier is alive and well in the heart of Rougemont.

The phenomenon that has swept the world is now finally available in Gstaad--the Saanenland’s first juice bar opened August 1 on the Promenade.

The phenomenon that has swept the world is now finally available in Gstaad--the Saanenland’s first juice bar opened August 1 on the Promenade.

Work has begun on the decade-long renovation of the road from to Saanenmöser to Zweisimmen. Originally constructed in the 19th century and rebuilt in the 1940’s and 50’s, the road has long been overdue for a full makeover.

Work has begun on the decade-long renovation of the road from to Saanenmöser to Zweisimmen. Originally constructed in the 19th century and rebuilt in the 1940’s and 50’s, the road has long been overdue for a full makeover.