Zurich Journals

Expat in Zurich

An April 2006 trip to Zurich by KellySenn

Limmatquai on a Stormy Evening Photo - Zurich, Switzerland

Quote: I have just moved to Zurich on a temporary international assignment. I will be adding to this over the next few months, so check back!

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Expat in Zurich

Overview

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I moved to Zurich for a 3-month assignment with my firm, so here I am trying to find my way around. So far it has been a wonderful experience. Zurich is beautiful, manageable, and welcoming! I have managed a few weekend trips away from the city and am focusing my time in Zurich on making friends and discovering the (apparently) famous nightlife. Zurich is as picturesque as you can imagine. Centered on a river, with a lake at one end, beautiful cathedrals, cobble stone streets and high-fashion shopping, restaurants, and clubbing. The Swiss banks dominate both the literal landscape and the economic one, making this city affluent and rich in culture. The art in Switzerland is top notch, t...Read More

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Brasserie Lipp

Restaurant

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The Brasserie Lipp is an exact replica of its namesake in Paris. It is a beautifully appointed restaurant and a favorite for business lunches and long, luxurious dinners.The menu is full of seasonal fish dishes but also offers meats and classic Swiss cuisine.We had beef tartar, salmon, mussels and a wonderful bottle of red wine. The food was all fabulous, not one course disappointed.The location is great… finish off your evening at the Jules Verne for drinks: a rooftop bar high above the city in the same building as the Brasserie.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on May 10, 2006

Brasserie Lipp
Uraniastrasse 9
Zurich, Switzerland
+41 (0) 44 217 1515

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Juice Market

Restaurant

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Juice Market has quickly become a standy-by for me. It is one of the few places where you can get a sandwich to go (a very American thing to want, so I have learned ...) other than the grocery store. The sandwiches are to die for and of the gourmet variety: wonderful focaccia bread filled with fresh gourmet cheese, vegetables and meats, and usually a wide selection (including vegetarian). The shaved slices of Parmesan with salami, rocket, and a dash of balsamic vinegar, on a huge focaccia bread, is my favorite. If you have more time to stick around and have a real meal, there are sidewalk tables on nice days and they serve a hot menu including an eclectic range of dishes: curries, baked po...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on May 23, 2006

Juice Market
Augustinergasse 42
Zurich, Switzerland 8001
+41 (1) 211 69 33

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Lake Zurich Walking Tour (General)

Attraction | "Walking on Lake Zurich"

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Summertime brings out the best that Zurich has to offer. Zurich itself can be easily covered by foot. In the summer, venturing past the center of the city and along either side of the lake is a real treat.Especially enjoyable on a Friday evening, take a walk down the left bank of the lake (when looking at the lake with the old town behind you). All along the waterfront are young local Zurichers soaking up the view along with a drink. (Drinking alcohol on the streets and in public places is allowed here, unlike most places in the US.) There are also often street performers along the river, making the view that much more lively.On the right side of the lake, you'll find a beautifully maintained park, en...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on May 3, 2006

Lake Zurich Walking Tour (General)

Zurich, Switzerland

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Carlton Restaurants & Bar

Attraction | "The Carlton"

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The place to go for weeknight trouble, The Carlton is the hangout on Tuesday nights. Get there before 8pm to avoid the cover charge, and then stay all night. Drinks are similar in price to New York. We had glasses of Prosecco (Spanish sparkling wine) for CHF 11 each.The Carlton is divided into two sides: one is the bar and the other is a disco. The dance floor gets crowded as the night progresses, with a DJ playing a good mix of techno, dance and hip-hop. There is also a small bar by the dance floor, so you do not need to leave the scene to get another drink.In addition, there are tables outside of the bar area to enjoy on a warmer summer evening. This is a great place to start before heading in when ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on May 3, 2006

Carlton Restaurants & Bar
Bahnhofstrasse 41 Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland 8001
+41 (1) 227 19 19

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Talacker Bar

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Talacker Bar, with its small, funky interior, is especially popular on nice days when the party spills out onto the patio, and sometimes even into the large parking lot in front of the bar. There is more of a mixed crowd here than I have found at other night spots...a lot of bankers, of course, but also some more alternative types. The clientele was generally attractive.Earlier on in the night or on an off weeknight, it is worth going in to check it out to see the very funky interior design. Overstuffed couches covered with patchwork, mismatched fabrics, and fun wall hangings make it quite unique. There is also a very classic wooden bar (and no table service...so be prepared to wait at...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on May 26, 2006

Talacker Bar
Talackerstrasse 41
Zurich