15 The Fischerzunft Hospitality
by Rob Greeff
“D
ie Fischerzunft” in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, is celebrated for its visionary cuisine, which not only transcends Grand French Cuisine and shatters the notions of westernised Chinese food, but lovingly crafts a unique blend of the highlights of ancient eastern and modern western cooking. The synthesis of two cultures sees the inspiration taken from Asian cuisine with regards to aesthetic, tastes and textures, meeting the high standards set by nouvelle cuisine for the freshest products, of the very best quality and lightness and transparency in cooking them.
“Die Fischerzunft” takes its rightful place among the best restaurants in Switzerland. In accordance with the very influential Gourmet food guide “Gault Millau”, where recognition is highly prized, it has been awarded 19 points out of 20 for ground breaking and outstanding cuisine. The maximum of 20 points has never been awarded. The restaurant is also recognized by “Relais & Château”, with Mr. Jaeger being one of their 160 Grand Chefs on five continents. The accolades flow with “Les Grandes Tables Du Monde” – Traditions et Qualité (the Traditions & Qualité association was created in 1954 by a group of Parisian restaurateurs with the aim of promoting gastronomy and a specific Art de Vivre). It is composed of 144 restaurants in 23 countries and three continents. The name “Fischerzunft” echoes from the days when the fishermen’s guild met in this historic building. Today the restaurant is awash in sophistication. It is all at once homely and yet so very stylish and refined. The elegant décor and exquisite floral arrangements are the foundations of the Fischerzunft’s fabled devotion to every detail as far as the eye can see, while the finest food and drink await to delight your taste buds and transport you to the very heights of gourmet transcendence. Here you will discover “La Cuisine du Bonheur”, which means creating a special treat for the eyes and
