The Asian influence is equally strong, and if you like coriander, curry and Thai basil, you'll find much to like in Switzerland. Most restaurants offer specially priced menus at lunch, and many also offer menus with a choice of three to five courses.
Portions tend to be ample.
Go casual, and learn to love cheese. Good raclette and fondue, platters of white asparagus, ham and the air-dried beef of Grisons are generally good bargains, considering the alternatives. Copyright Patricia Wells 2000.