Press Release
EUROPE’S LEADING CHEFS COME TOGETHER AT BÜRGENSTOCK RESORT FOR ‘CHEFS UNITED’ When some of Europe’s most renowned chefs join forces in the kitchen, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne once again becomes a meeting place for gourmands. "Chefs United – Chef Wehrle & Friends" brings together exceptional cuisine, outstanding produce and personal encounters for an exclusive evening of culinary delight in a unique setting.
Switzerland, 18 August 2026 – On 24 October 2026, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne invites guests to the seventh edition of "Chefs United – Chef Wehrle & Friends". High above Lake Lucerne, acclaimed chefs will come together for an extraordinary evening of indulgence, creativity, and
culinary encounters.
Led by Mike Wehrle, Corporate Culinary Director of the Bürgenstock Collection, the event will offer a unique experience combining international culinary expertise with the distinctive atmosphere of Bürgenstock Resort. Together with a carefully selected line-up of guest chefs, Wehrle will create an evening designed to delight food lovers and gastronomy enthusiasts alike.
The 2026 line-up includes Caterina Vosti & Dario Gaiti (Collina Luxury Relais), Jean-Michel Bardet (Moët & Chandon), Jörg Sackmann (Hotel Sackmann), Rolf Beeler (Swiss Cheese Guru), Nicolai
Wiedmer (Das Eckert), Thomas Bühner (La Vie by Thomas Bühner), as well as Mike Wehrle & Damián Carini from the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne.
Guests can look forward to an exclusive culinary experience in the Bürgenstock Event Domes, with
live cooking stations, carefully selected champagne and wine pairings, and the opportunity to meet and engage with the chefs personally. This year’s premium culinary highlights will include Maître Fromager Rolf Beeler; Swiss producer Bianchi with Gillardeau and Marennes oysters; Oona Caviar; delicately smoked Balik salmon; and specially matured Luma beef from Swiss company Luma. Guests will also enjoy live enterntainment throughout the evening from the Knights Club Band.
The evening will begin at 6 pm with a welcome aperitif, before the cooking stations open from 6.30 pm. Bürgenstock Hotels AG T +41 41 612 60 00
6363 Obbürgen, Switzerland
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