Swiss Food Trends 2025

The future tastes different – food trends from Switzerland in 2025

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Publication:        August 21, 2025, Jessy Thür

The way we eat is changing faster than ever before. In Switzerland too, more and more people are opting for a conscious, sustainable, and enjoyable diet. 2025 will be all about regional products, plant-based alternatives, and a more mindful approach to food. In this article, we'll show you the most important culinary trends shaping Swiss food culture and how you can easily integrate them into your everyday life.

Vegetables in paper bag

Regionality and seasonality are making a comeback
Food from the region is becoming increasingly important. Consumers not only want to know what is on their plates but also where it comes from. This trend strengthens local agriculture and brings old varieties back to the shelves, such as Ribel corn or traditional apple varieties, which often taste more intense than their modern counterparts.

Eating seasonally means using products that are currently growing naturally. This conserves resources, saves energy for storage and transport, and is often cheaper. In addition, seasonal products often have a higher nutritional value because they are harvested when riper.

On platforms like yellowpages.swiss, you can find regional producers and farm shops near you, ideal for seasonal shopping with a short supply chain.

Plant-based nutrition has become part of everyday life

Veganism remains popular, but flexitarianism in particular is becoming the new normal. More and more people are eating a predominantly plant-based diet and only occasionally consuming animal products. This flexible approach makes it possible to consider the environment and animal welfare without sacrificing enjoyment.

Particularly exciting: Swiss start-ups are increasingly developing meat alternatives from local ingredients such as mushrooms, lupins, and peas. These innovative products combine sustainability with taste and make the switch to plant-based alternatives particularly easy.

Fermentation is back in vogue

Whether it's kombucha, sauerkraut, or sourdough bread, fermented foods are making a comeback. These traditional preservation methods not only bring exciting flavors to the kitchen but are also good for your health: they promote gut flora and strengthen the immune system.

Fermentation is also a particularly sustainable way to preserve food for longer without the use of preservatives or energy for cooling. Those who ferment their own food reduce packaging waste and gain a new culinary hobby at the same time.

Conscious use of food

Zero waste is more than just a buzzword, it is a growing awareness. Restaurants, households, and producers are becoming more creative with food. Peels, leaves, and supposed “leftovers” are being transformed into tasty dishes.

At the same time, the nose-to-tail concept is becoming increasingly popular: instead of using only prime cuts of meat, offal and lesser-known cuts are being rediscovered. This ensures variety on the plate and reduces unnecessary waste.

Local superfoods instead of exotic trends

Chia, goji, and acai are facing competition from Switzerland. Flaxseed, aronia berries, rose hips, and even nettles are considered regional superfoods. They are rich in vitamins, fiber, and phytochemicals and at the same time, they are more environmentally friendly because they do not require long transport routes.

These local power ingredients can be easily integrated into everyday life, for example, in muesli, smoothies, or salads. And they also support biodiversity and regional agriculture.

Conclusion: The new Swiss cuisine is green and creative

2025 shows that food is much more than just nourishment, it is an expression of attitude, sustainability, and joie de vivre. The Swiss cuisine of the future is colorful, regional, plant-based, and creative. It combines ancient knowledge with new ideas, making mindful eating a delightful and natural part of life.

Many companies are contributing to this change. For example, Migros is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025 and continues to stay at the forefront of culinary trends: with an evergrowing range of vegan and regional products, it actively supports the shift towards a more sustainable diet.

If you want to eat more sustainably yourself, you don't need to change everything at once. Small steps, such as choosing seasonal vegetables or trying plant-based dishes, can make a difference. The future starts on your plate.

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