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Life In Zurich

This video is a short video about life in Zurich. You can see everything from the beautiful view to a glimpse of some of the stores.

Cakefriends

This small café is located at Bellevue, and it’s all about cake. Cake lovers should definitely try and find a spot in this popular café and try on of their delicious pieces of cake.

They serve everything. You can expect to find whole cakes, sliced cakes, cakes and cream and muffins. If you’re not very fond of sweet treats they also have savory snacks such as croissants, vegetarian puffs, quiche with meat, and salads.

Whether you want to stick to a simple slice of chocolate cake, or try a scrumptious Straciatella muffin, they have it all in stock for you.

They promise to use only the best and natural ingredients to make their cakes most enjoyable and healthiest. This cake café is like no other in Zurich, which is why you should definitely give it a go. Who doesn’t love a fresh, homemade and fluffy piece of cake?

Cakefriends is very easy to find, and only a couple minutes away from Bellevue. Their opening hours are 10:00-22:00 from Monday’s to Saturday’s, and 10:00-20:00 on Sunday’s. It’s perfect for a quick treat or a dessert, so don’t hesitate to try it!

This shop also delivers to your house! So if you’re organizing a party or have a craving for something sweet, Cakefriends is there to bring you only the best homemade slices of cake.

The location of this café is Torgasse 3 8001 Zurich

Visit their website for more information: http://www.cakefriends.ch/

Yoojis

It’s the best sushi in town to try, and is definitely worth the money. Any sushi  or Japanese food lovers have to stop by this sushi joint which includes everything from rolls, maki, soups, salads, and Japanese desserts.

You can choose to sit by the sushi train which serves all of the different entrée’s and sushi rolls, or you can make a reservation and sit in the upper level where you are given a card to write down every type of sushi you want on your plate. Fresh products which are made by only the best are served in this magnificent restaurant. If you’re on the go, just stop by their Take-Away section and choose a variety of rolls which are boxed up and ready to take. Snacks like Japanese crackers and ice cream are also available and just as delicious as the sushi. If you’re not very fond on sushi you can always try one of their salads or soups which are great and filling.

Not only is the sushi delicious, but it’s fun to eat and order it. If you sit by the train you’re able to view every single sushi that passes by. If you’re eager to try one but afraid that what’s inside is not for you, you can always check out the ingredients on your personal touch screen right in front of you. The touch screen also lets you order any food that’s not on the train and ask for the bill, all without waiting for a waiter!

It can be a bit pricy depending on what you order, but once you try the sushi you won’t question it anymore.

Everything from the waiters to the way the food is served is top quality, and everyone is always welcome. Stop by any day of the week from 11:00-23:00.

The address is St. Urbangasse 8 in 8001 Zurich.

Visit their page for more information: http://www.yoojis-bellevue.ch/

Heidi and Tell Co.

You cannot say no to these amazing burgers and fries. They are filled with the freshest tomatoes, lettuce and onions. You can also add toppings depending on what you prefer, whether it’s some bacon or a slice of Swiss cheese. Next is the side order. Fries, salad, or soup, it’s all up to you to choose what you would like to accompany your burger. This Swiss Burger company serves up only the freshest food to you which is why they make the burger on order. All you have to do is tell them what you want at the cash register, pay, sit down and wait for your food to arrive. It couldn’t be easier.

The store promises that they only use natural ingredients which do not include artificial ingredients, preservatives or flavor enhancers. This burger place is definitely worth the time and money, and might be the most delicious and healthy burger you can get in Zurich.

It’s located in Zurich Enge, right by the train station. It’s opening hours are 9:00-22:00 from Monday to Friday, and 11:00-22:00 on Saturday’s. On Sunday’s they are closed.

Burgers cost anywhere from CHF 9.90-16.90, depending on the size of your burger. Toppings range from CHF 1.90-2.50 and sides vary from CHF 4.90-7.90.

This small restaurant is great for a snack or a meal. What more could you ask for than a fresh burger and fries?

Heidi and Tell Co. is located on Gotthardstrasse 66 in 8002 Zurich.

Visit their website for more detailed information: http://www.heiditell.com/

Hiltl

Have you ever wanted a healthy, vegetarian lunch? Hiltl is the perfect place for those who would rather not have any meat for lunch. You can choose from a huge buffet with all types of entrée’s, main courses and desserts. If you would rather choose from a menu, head upstairs to pick a scrumptious meal which is served seconds after you order. Its okay if you don’t have time to sit down and eat because they also have Take-Away tray’s which you can fill up with food from the buffet, and in the end pay by the weight of your plate. The restaurant is connected with their bar which serves up delicious snacks and drinks. Stop by anytime during the day, but if you want to try it out for dinner, I strongly suggest making a reservation otherwise you will find yourself waiting for a seat for hours. This popular restaurant also includes kid’s menus, brunch, seasonal specials and a daily menu every day.

Meals from the menu can vary from CHF 5-60, but you can also eat at the buffet where the price depends on how much you put on your plate.

The Restaurant is open from 6:00-24:00 on Monday’s through Wednesday’s, from 6:00-16:00 on Thursday’s to Saturday’s, and on Sunday it’s open from 8:00 until everything’s gone!

If you want to try this restaurant, here’s the address:

Sihlstrasse 28

8001 Zurich

Visit their website to check out their menu’s and other offers! http://www.hiltl.ch/

Cupcake Affair

Have you ever wanted to enter a store which only sells cupcakes? This cute little store which is located in the hidden streets of Niederdorf is the perfect place for you. With 5 main flavors, a different daily special every day out of the week and mini versions of every flavor, there’s nothing not to like about this small bakery.

Prices are reasonable for such a mouth-watering and tasty treat. Normal sized cupcakes cost CHF 5.90, whereas the mini’s are CHF 3.50. Some flavors include their famous Red Velvet, Romeo and Juliet (a vanilla cupcake), and blueberry.

It also gets better. If you’re just as crazy about these cupcakes as we are, they even do special requests. Weddings or birthday parties are even better when plates of these delicious cupcakes are there to treat the guests. You not only get to request any amount of cupcakes you want, but you can choose from multiple flavors, colors, sizes and the plates which they are presented on. They also have a range of gift boxes you can order directly in the store or on their website: http://www.cupcake-affair.ch/

Want to try one of these delicious cupcakes?

Visit them here:

Spitalgasse 12

8001, Zurich

They are open from 11:00 until 19:00 from Monday to Friday, and 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturday. On Sunday they are closed.

NY Tea

After hearing the new craze of bubble tea, we knew we had to try it. Upon our first taste of bubble tea, we knew it was for us. Unfortunately, one of our favourite little luxuries of Zurich, Sabotai Bubble Tea, has closed down due to being in a location not easily available for most people. Not too worry, we found another shop called NY Tea which sells just as good, if not better tasting bubble tea. It is located just outside of Stadelhofen, a train station near to Bellevue, making it an easily accessible quick stop on your way to catch your train. You can drink bubble tea cold in the summer and hot in the winter. You can choose from normal tea flavours such as Green Tea but can also drink it in fruit flavours such as Mango or berry. If you’re not a fan of bubble tea, you can buy regular freshly brewed tea or milk teas with condensed milk such as Chai or Frappe. If you are wondering what exactly bubble tea is, it is a tea drink with small spheres shaped as bubbles. You are served a drink with a large straw so the bubbles which are filled with flavour, can be sucked up and pop once in your mouth, leaving you with an unforgettable flavour. 

Bamburi

If you are ever in Niederdorf, the old town in Zurich, it is an absolute must to visit Bamburi. It is a clothing boutique selling American brands such as Runway Dreamz. The clothing is absolutely to die for and sells one-of-a-kind sweaters, dresses and tops that you can wear and not worry if anyone you know has the same item. You can also purchase some Runway Dreamz high-waisted or studded shorts. While some may say that it is quite expensive, it is definitely worth the money and in comparison to other shops in Zurich, it is a reasonable price for what you’re purchasing. They clothing you purchase from Bamburi look as if they have come off of a Tumblr fashion blog.  They not only sell clothing but also shoes such as sneaker, flats and sandals and accessories such as jewelry, scarves and hats.  Before going to the store, you can visit the Bamburi website to see what is available for you to purchase: http://bamburi.ch/. Now is the perfect time to visit Bamburi as they have re-stocked for the summer season and are ready to fill your closet up with the cutest clothes to make you the best-dressed wherever you go. 

Moevenpick

Zurich has some of the best restaurants in the world with a variety of foods from countries worldwide. One restaurant that we found had food that leaves you wanting more was Moevenpick. This restaurant can be eaten at for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It sells a variety of foods for all tastes from meat such as their famous chicken wings to vegetarian options such as pasta, soup and salad. After a delicious dinner at the restaurant you can go to their desert location and have their famous or infamous ice cream depending on how you look at it. The ice cream comes in so many flavours to suit every person’s mood and taste. You can eat your ice cream in a cup or in one of the different types of cones they have. If you have time to sit down and have a full desert, they serve waffles, crepes, cakes and sundaes all served with ice cream. If you’re in the mood for a drink they can make you a milkshake with any flavour of ice cream you choose. It is conveniently located in the Bellevue area overlooking the lake. In the summer, Moevenpick ice cream can be enjoyed on the go or at a table just outside the restaurant with a beautiful view of the Zurich Lake. 

Location Restaurant: Zürich Palavrion Beethovenstr. 32 8002 Zürich

Location Desert: Theaterstrasse 8, Zurich 8001

Brandy Melville

A major problem in Zurich is the shopping is either extremely high-end and expensive or bad quality and cheap and there’s not much in between. One new store that was originally opened in America has recently opened a store in Zurich. This store is called Brandy Melville and is located lakeside, near to Bellevue. From the outside it may appear small but once inside it a multi-floored building full with fashionable and inexpensive clothing. It is perfect for summer shopping and sells clothes that fit in with the latest fashion trends such as high-waisted shorts and crop-tops. You can purchase looks that celebrities such as Miranda Kerr, Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus, Paris Hilton and many others love. On our first trip to this store we could not resist purchasing some new clothes that will be posted on the blog for you to see. Visit Brandy Melville’s website: http://brandymelville.eu/ to see all the amazing clothes and we know you will be getting out of the house as soon as possible and heading out to this store. May is the best month to shop at Brandy Melville to purchase clothing for the upcoming summer season. The store sells most clothes in one-size-fits-most and therefore there is no need to be upset if they don’t have your size because they always do. You will not be able to resist buying clothes from Brandy Melville once inside the store and their perfect fit will keep you coming back. 

Yoo-Moo

One of our absolute favourite places to visit in Zurich is Yoo-Moo! It has the best frozen yogurt that we have ever tasted and its 100% fat free. It’s a small shop located on a side street leading from Bahnhofstrasse (the main shopping street in Zurich) across from Kaufleuten. You take a cup and can fill it up with as much yogurt as you want, with flavours ranging from the natural yogurt flavour, to chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and a surprise flavour that always changes. Once you have your yogurt you make your way to a counter filled with a huge variety of choices for toppings. You can go for the healthy option and fill up your cup with fruits or if you’re in the mood for something extra sweet you can put some of the many chocolate, candy or cookie options. Then you take your cup to the counter, they weigh it for you and give you a price depending on the weight. You take a spoon and dip into the most delicious frozen yogurt  You are given a card and you stamp it each time you buy a Yoo-Moo and after purchasing 5, you get one for free!