Discover our story and the passionate team behind our authentic Swiss culinary products
Swiss Delights was founded in 1998 by the Rüegg family in the picturesque Alpine town of Ilanz, Switzerland. What began as a small local shop sharing traditional Swiss recipes and products with visitors to the region has grown into an international purveyor of authentic Swiss culinary traditions.
Our journey started when Maria Rüegg, a passionate home cook with a collection of family recipes dating back generations, decided to share the flavors of her heritage with a wider audience. Using recipes passed down through her family for over a century, Maria created the first Swiss Delights product – our now-famous Traditional Swiss Fondue Mix.
As word spread about the exceptional quality and authentic taste of our products, Swiss Delights expanded its offerings to include more traditional Swiss specialties. In 2005, we began exporting our products internationally, allowing food enthusiasts worldwide to experience the authentic flavors of Swiss cuisine.
Today, Swiss Delights is run by the second generation of the Rüegg family, who maintain the same commitment to quality, authenticity, and tradition that inspired our beginnings. We work directly with small-scale producers across Switzerland's diverse regions to ensure that each product in our collection truly represents the rich culinary heritage of our homeland.
We are dedicated to preserving and sharing authentic Swiss culinary traditions that have been cherished for generations. Each product we offer stays true to time-honored recipes and methods.
We never compromise on ingredients or production methods. We source only the finest Swiss ingredients and work with skilled artisans who share our commitment to excellence.
We partner with small-scale Swiss farmers and producers, supporting rural communities and traditional farming practices that have shaped the Swiss landscape for centuries.
We're committed to sustainable practices, from ingredient sourcing to packaging, ensuring that we preserve the pristine Alpine environment that makes our products possible.
CEO & Founder's Daughter
Carrying forward her mother Maria's legacy, Christina oversees all aspects of Swiss Delights with the same passion for quality and tradition. With a background in culinary arts and business management, she has expanded the company's reach while maintaining its authentic roots.
Head of Product Development
With over 20 years of experience in Swiss culinary arts, Heidi leads our product development team. She works closely with local producers and culinary experts to create new products that honor traditional recipes while meeting modern preferences and standards.
Master Cheesemaker
A third-generation cheesemaker from the Gruyère region, Thomas ensures the quality and authenticity of all our cheese-based products. His expertise in traditional Swiss cheese production methods is invaluable to maintaining the distinctive flavors our customers love.
Head of Sustainability
With a background in environmental science and a passion for sustainable food systems, Sophie leads our efforts to minimize environmental impact while supporting local farming communities. She works closely with our suppliers to ensure ethical and sustainable practices throughout our supply chain.
International Sales Director
Fluent in five languages, Michael has been instrumental in expanding Swiss Delights' global presence. He works with international distributors and retailers to bring authentic Swiss culinary traditions to food enthusiasts around the world while ensuring that our products are presented with the story and heritage behind them.
All our recipes and production methods are certified by the Swiss Culinary Heritage Association, ensuring authentic representation of traditional Swiss cuisine.
Our products carry the Quality Swiss seal, indicating they meet Switzerland's rigorous standards for quality, authenticity, and production excellence.
We're committed to reducing environmental impact through our Sustainable Packaging Initiative, using recyclable, biodegradable, or reusable packaging for all products.
Through our Alpine Sourcing Pledge, we commit to sourcing ingredients from Swiss Alpine regions whenever possible, supporting local economies and traditional farming practices.
If you're visiting Switzerland, we invite you to visit our flagship shop in the picturesque town of Ilanz. Here, you can sample our products, discover new Swiss culinary traditions, and even participate in seasonal workshops and tasting events.
Willisauplatz 6, 9439 Ilanz, Switzerland
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Phone: +415394431518
Email: [email protected]