Culinary Treasures of the Bern Region
If you want to discover the culinary highlights of the Canton of Bern, begin your journey at Radius by Stefan Beer, the fine-dining restaurant of the Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa in Interlaken. Chef Stefan Beer and his team serve a menu that feels like a gourmet tour of the region.
Top | Executive Chef Stefan Beer’s Menü vo hie delights with hyper-local, artful cuisine, every ingredient sourced within 50 km, each dish a creative celebration of Swiss terroir and gourmet innovation.
‘We use only ingredients sourced within a 50-kilometre radius,’ explains Stefan Beer. ‘This allows us to celebrate local excellence – and you’d be surprised at what we can achieve with it.’
That includes shrimp from Ey-Hof in Burgdorf, paired with pear, black garlic and buttermilk – a flavour combination that’s pure bliss. You’ll also find Oscietra caviar, elegantly served with Sigriswil trout, beetroot and horseradish.
Vegetables Take Centre Stage
Chef Stefan Beer, honoured with 17 Gault&Millau points, a Michelin star and a Green Michelin Star , proves that culinary brilliance doesn’t require opulence. Revered as a ‘vegetable whisperer,’ he crafts an extraordinary nine-course vegan tasting experience. One course might pair radish with pear-celery sorbet, enriched by homemade soy sauce and the crunch of walnuts. Another delights with preserved mirabelles infused with rosemary and flaxseed. Much of the produce comes straight from the hotel’s garden. To capture that freshness year-round, the Radius kitchen is a hive of activity in summer, dedicated to fermenting and preserving the season’s bounty.
Italian Delights & Casual
Dining For a more relaxed dining experience, the Victoria-Jungfrau invites guests to Ristorante e Pizzeria Sapori, where Italian classics take centre stage. From tender vitello tonnato to rich tagliatelle with veal ragout and mushrooms, or crisp, stone oven-baked pizza, the offerings are as comforting as they are flavourful. Over at La Terrasse Brasserie, the philosophy is ‘Simple but outstanding,’ with timeless brasserie staples and international favourites like Wiener schnitzel and pasta – be sure to try the indulgent lobster paccheri. And as for the ambiance, few dining rooms in Switzerland can rival the elegance found within these walls.
A Culinary Gem in Wilderswil: Restaurant Alpenblick
Just a short trip from Interlaken, the historic Restaurant Alpenblick in Wilderswil – housed in a 400-year-old inn – has become a beloved culinary destination. Chef Richard Stöckli offers refined French cuisine with regional flair in the gourmet dining room, which boasts 16 Gault&Millau points and a Michelin star. In the cozy bistro, recognised with a Bib Gourmand, the focus shifts to hearty, authentic Swiss dishes, all prepared with the same level of care. Together with his wife Yvonne, who has been a gracious presence at the front of house for over 40 years, Stöckli delights guests with signature offerings like sliced Simmental veal in a rich mushroom cream sauce served with rösti – a dish that easily rivals Zurich’s finest. And every Monday, tradition takes centre stage with a generous, all-you-can-eat meat fondue.
At Ristorante e Pizzeria Sapori Italian flavours come alive - think stone oven pizzas, fresh seafood, and handmade pasta, all served in the most elegant room of the hotel. In summer, enjoy your aperitivo with alpine views.
Adventures to Work - Up an Appetite
In the Interlaken region, unforgettable alpine experiences await those looking to stir their appetite before indulging. A winter hike through the Diemtigtal Nature Park reveals a magical landscape of snow-draped forests, frozen streams and sweeping mountain vistas. For something a bit more exhilarating, Star Sledding on the Niederhorn offers the chance to glide through glittering snow by moonlight every Friday and Saturday night, ending with a comforting fondue at the rustic Berghaus Niederhorn. For thrill-seekers, heliskiing from the 3,910-metre-high Ebenfluh offers an unmatched descent through pristine powder. And for the truly daring, there’s the chance to rappel down the legendary Eiger North Face, starting from the Stollenloch stop on the Jungfrau Railway – an experience made possible only with the guidance of seasoned mountain experts.
Words Alex Kühn
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