So Ronster, did you recover from Street Parade yet? Not only was it a great party but an amazing photographer donated an fantastic picture to my «Photo Trip». Check it out below! Any hoo, things are a bit more sedate this week but, as people return from their holidays, we’re clambering out of the «Summerloch» as more and more stuff happens in the city.

Have a great weekend and…

Give my love to the city

There's not been many live gigs in town over the past few weeks but if you need a fix of live music then there is a couple of shows this Saturday. And we have something for cinema lovers, book worms, (i mean this as a positive,) and Japanophiles. Have fun.

Friday: Open-air cinema with Bloom
Saturday: A couple of great gigs on Saturday
Saturday: A celebration of all things Japanese at Ooki
Sunday: Idaplatz is the platz to be
Tuesday: Best selling author Jessica George drops in

There are two gigs happening this Saturday with quite a bit of musical water between the two. Do you like your music raw and punky? Or are you more into four on the floor house grooves. Take your choice.

Dynamo are hosting Florida’s own, Less Than Jake who are bringing their brand of punk/ska to Zurich.

Saturday 7pm, Dynamo, Wasserwerkstrasse 21, 8006

If you prefer your music a bit more danci and poppi, (i know, these are my new spellings,) then California based duo Neil Francis are hitting the stage at Mascotte.

Saturday 7pm, Mascotte, Theaterstrasse 10, 8001

Zurich is sprinkled with charming spots that invite you to linger and bask in the sun. My favourite pastime is to take a seat in a cozy café and watch city life pass by. Here, I present to you a selection of my favourite urban retreats. These gems share a remarkable trait: they are centrally located yet offer a peaceful oasis. Here, you can wonderfully escape the hustle and bustle and recharge during a quiet, little break. Whether with a refreshing coffee, a good book, or simply to let your mind wander – these oases are true refuges in the heart of the city.

A few weeks ago, I asked my german speaking Ronsters for some tips on the most beautiful mountain taverns – and they didn’t disappoint! They came up with four spectacular, high altitude locations for food, views and booze. Here we go.