Press Release
EUROPE’S LEADING CHEFS COME TOGETHER AT BÜRGENSTOCK RESORT FOR ‘CHEFS UNITED’ When some of Europe’s most renowned chefs join forces in the kitchen, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne once again becomes a meeting place for gourmands. "Chefs United – Chef Wehrle & Friends" brings together exceptional cuisine, outstanding produce and personal encounters for an exclusive evening of culinary delight in a unique setting.
Switzerland, 18 August 2026 – On 24 October 2026, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne invites guests to the seventh edition of "Chefs United – Chef Wehrle & Friends". High above Lake Lucerne, acclaimed chefs will come together for an extraordinary evening of indulgence, creativity, and
culinary encounters.
Led by Mike Wehrle, Corporate Culinary Director of the Bürgenstock Collection, the event will offer a unique experience combining international culinary expertise with the distinctive atmosphere of Bürgenstock Resort. Together with a carefully selected line-up of guest chefs, Wehrle will create an evening designed to delight food lovers and gastronomy enthusiasts alike.
The 2026 line-up includes Caterina Vosti & Dario Gaiti (Collina Luxury Relais), Jean-Michel Bardet (Moët & Chandon), Jörg Sackmann (Hotel Sackmann), Rolf Beeler (Swiss Cheese Guru), Nicolai
Wiedmer (Das Eckert), Thomas Bühner (La Vie by Thomas Bühner), as well as Mike Wehrle & Damián Carini from the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne.
Guests can look forward to an exclusive culinary experience in the Bürgenstock Event Domes, with
live cooking stations, carefully selected champagne and wine pairings, and the opportunity to meet and engage with the chefs personally. This year’s premium culinary highlights will include Maître Fromager Rolf Beeler; Swiss producer Bianchi with Gillardeau and Marennes oysters; Oona Caviar; delicately smoked Balik salmon; and specially matured Luma beef from Swiss company Luma. Guests will also enjoy live enterntainment throughout the evening from the Knights Club Band.
The evening will begin at 6 pm with a welcome aperitif, before the cooking stations open from 6.30 pm. Bürgenstock Hotels AG T +41 41 612 60 00
6363 Obbürgen, Switzerland
info@burgenstockresort.com
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Tickets are available for CHF 340 per person. For guests wishing to extend their experience, Bürgenstock Resort also offers overnight accommodation packages that include admission to the event.
Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne The Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne is part of the Switzerland-based Bürgenstock Collection. The resort comprises 360 rooms spread over three hotels: the Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa (5* Superior), which offers two different accommodation options – The Contemporary and The Heritage, the Waldhotel by Bürgenstock (5* Superior), and the Taverne 1879 (3*). In addition, the resort features 12 restaurants, lounges, and bars, 17 residence suites, a 10,000 m² Alpine Spa, and a wide range of leisure activities. The Bürgenstock Collection portfolio consists of the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, the Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa (99 rooms), the Royal Savoy Hotel & Spa Lausanne (196 rooms), and The Adria in South Kensington, London (22 rooms).
The Bürgenstock Collection The Bürgenstock Collection is one of Switzerland’s leading luxury hotel groups, comprising an exquisite portfolio of exceptional hotels and residences with a total of 667 rooms and 17 residence suites. Its prestigious properties include the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne (360 rooms), Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa (99 rooms), Royal Savoy Hotel & Spa Lausanne (196 rooms), and The Adria Boutique Hotel in South Kensington, London (22 rooms). These world-class destinations captivate guests from around the globe with their rich history, elegant modern design, award-winning spas, and exceptional culinary offerings — all while remaining steadfastly committed to timeless Swiss traditions of hospitality, impeccable service, and discretion.
About Katara Hospitality Katara Hospitality is a global hotel owner, developer, and operator based in Qatar. With 50 years of industry experience, Katara Hospitality actively pursues its strategic expansion plans by investing in exceptional hotels in Qatar while simultaneously growing its collection of iconic properties in key international markets. Katara Hospitality’s portfolio now comprises 42 hotels that it owns and/or manages, and the company aims to reach a total of 60 hotels by 2030. As the flagship of Qatar’s hospitality sector, Katara Hospitality supports the country’s long-term economic vision. Katara Hospitality currently owns hotels across four continents, in Qatar, Egypt, Morocco, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Singapore, Thailand, and the United States. Katara Hospitality partners with some of the finest hotel management companies and operates both its own and third-party hotels through its independent operating divisions, The Bürgenstock Collection and Murwab Hotel Group.
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