Basler Läckerli: Recipe for Delicious Swiss Spiced Cookies

Basler Läckerli (or Leckerli) are an essential part of Swiss and Alsatian Christmas traditions. These spiced cookies, with their chewy texture, sweet glaze, and rich flavours, have been ... Read more!

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The 1356 Basel Earthquake: What Happened?

Almost 700 years later, it is still being talked about – the 1356 Basel earthquake left a lasting impression on the Upper Rhine regions of Alsace, northwest Switzerland ... Read more!

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Discover the Basel Christmas Market in Switzerland

The Basel Christmas Market is one of the highlights of my holiday travels, and it’s no surprise that it’s Switzerland’s largest festive market. Nestled on the border with ... Read more!

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Leckerlis from Basle – Leckerlis de Bâle

Leckerlis are swiss little gingerbreads which come from Basle on the border of France and are often cooked in South Alsace … one is never enough! They are part ... Read more!

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