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From the kitchen

Weekly planning, seasonal cooking and Swiss shopping — kept short, meant practically.

Free Printable Menu Plan Template for Families

Free printable menu plan template as a PDF: a blank weekly page plus a worked example week for Swiss families, with instructions for filling it in.

A printed menu plan on a fridge door, next to a pen and a cup of coffee

Kitchen scales with uncooked pasta next to potatoes and fresh vegetables on a wooden table

Shopping · 5 min

How Much Food per Person: The Portion Guide

Pasta, rice, meat and vegetables per person: the amounts to plan for adults and children at a glance, with a free printable portion table as a PDF.

Well-organised shopping list on a wooden kitchen counter next to fresh vegetables and a pen

Shopping · 8 min

Shopping List Template: Free Template for Switzerland

Free printable shopping list template, organised by category to match Migros and Coop store layouts. Plus: tips for the perfect weekly shop.

Fresh, affordable ingredients on a wooden table in a Swiss family kitchen

Shopping · 8 min

Cooking on a Budget in Switzerland — Smart Saving Tips

Discover how to cook affordably in Switzerland. 8 practical strategies for families to eat well on CHF 600–900/month without sacrificing quality.

Raclette table set with melted cheese, potatoes, cornichons, and colourful vegetables

Shopping · 6 min

Raclette Shopping List: Everything You Need

The complete raclette shopping list for 2–8 people: cheese, sides, quantities per person, and shopping tips for Migros, Coop, and cheese shops in Switzerland.

Open fridge full of fresh vegetables and fruit in a Swiss kitchen

Shopping · 8 min

Food Waste in Switzerland: How to Save Food Every Day

Switzerland wastes 2.8 million tonnes of food per year. Discover how meal planning and 7 practical tips can help you reduce food waste and save CHF 500–1,000.

Smartphone with shopping list next to fresh groceries on a kitchen table

Shopping · 8 min

Shopping List App for Switzerland — The Complete Comparison 2026

Which shopping list app suits your family best? We compare the top apps for Switzerland and show how to go from recipe to list automatically.