Archive - Swiss and Chips - Your British Guide to Switzerland

What to expect at a Swiss apéro

Before or instead of a dinner, at a garden party, a wedding, an office function or even a funeral, it‘s always the right time and place to join or…

Jun 17, 2021 •

Becoming Swiss, part six: 'the citizenship interview'

First time here?

Nov 18, 2021 •

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How to survive Swiss queuing culture

The art of not queuing like a Swiss

Mar 5, 2024 •

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The curse of the washing room in apartment buildings

Only in Switzerland

Jan 30 •

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The surprising reality of day-to-day life in Switzerland

Not everything is as glossy as it seems

Apr 3 •

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The Hidden 100-Year Swiss Tradition You've Never Heard Of

1st August badge for 2025

Jul 30 •

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To lüft or not to lüft?

Let the sunshine (and fresh air) in!

May 22 •

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What noise does an animal make in Swiss German?

Discovering animal sounds in Swiss German: A fun exploration at the Dählhölzli Petting Zoo

Dec 7, 2023 •

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Let‘s talk about Swiss National Day

August 1st: lanterns, flags and lots of cheese.

Jul 18, 2024 •

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Navigating Switzerland's Unspoken Rules: A New Series

Are you ready to order at a restaurant before you even sit down..?

Jul 10 •

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If you could change one thing about Switzerland...

Your feedback on what makes Swiss life "challenging", shall we say.

Sep 10 •

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Can you ever truly feel accepted as an expat in Switzerland?

What acceptance looks like amongst the Swiss

Oct 2 •

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