The iconic food festival reinvents the culinary experience with a focus on innovation and sustainability, promising an unforgettable edition in the exclusive Alpine village.
Much more than a gourmet festival
This edition is a bold fusion of tradition and avant-garde, a melting pot where classic cuisine fuses with the most innovative trends, all wrapped up in the incomparable setting of the Swiss Alpine village.
Claudio Dietrich, director of Waldhaus Sils and the new president of the festival, aptly sums up the philosophy of this rebirth: «The secret of our success has always been to adapt to the times, because the future of gastronomy is nourished by diversity.»
This diversity is evident in the selection of chefs, carefully chosen to represent the international culinary avant-garde. Ten internationally renowned chefs will meet alongside nine of the most prestigious executive chefs in the region, creating a symphony of flavours and textures that will challenge the most demanding palates.
This is not just a celebration of the past; it is a vision of the future of gastronomy.
The festival integrates regenerative production, innovative technologies and a rich variety of products, both traditional and novel. It is a holistic experience, where sustainability and innovation come together to offer a responsible and exciting
Guest chefs in St. Moritz
Among the names that shine with their own light on the poster, we find Fredrik Berselius, a legend of New York cuisine, who at Suvretta House will fuse ingredients from the northeastern United States with Scandinavian flavors.
At the Carlton Hotel St. Moritz, Korean-Danish chef Kristian Baumann will unfold a harmonious fusion of cultures, combining the richness of Korean cuisine with the minimalist aesthetics of New Nordic Cuisine.
«Botanical gastronomy» will have its space thanks to Caroline Baerten and Nicolas Decloedt (Humus x Hortense, Brussels), who will base their creations on five essential principles: 100% plant-based ingredients, regenerative agriculture, local products, micro-seasonal seasons and a zero-waste policy.
French talent will also be on hand, with Alexandre Gauthier (La Grenouillère) delighting diners at Badrutt’s Palace Hotel with his contemporary French cuisine. Alex Dilling (Alex Dilling, Hotel Café Royal, London) will collaborate with Grace La Margna St. Moritz’s Executive Chef Andrea Bonini to deliver an unrivalled experience of classic French cuisine. Finally, two-Michelin-starred Stefano Baiocco (Villa Feltrinelli, Italy) will impress with his creations at Kulm Hotel St. Moritz, highlighting his signature salad made with over 150 herbs grown in a single garden.
Beyond gourmet dinners, the festival offers a series of exclusive events that promise to be unforgettable moments. The Porsche Gourmet Safari and the Porsche Kitchen Party return for lovers of speed and gastronomy.
So that no one is left without a chance to celebrate, cocktail and wine lovers will have the chance to enjoy the Heavensake Party (Smith & Smith) and the premiere of the «Fascinating Laurent-Perrier Taste», Scent & Sound — Grace Night, a multi-sensory experience that will stimulate all the senses.
The «Nobu Special Omakase» evening at Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, featuring Nobu Matsuhisa himself, will be another highlight. Finally, the festival will culminate with a spectacular gastronomic spectacle, the «Grand Gourmet Closing Show», in the Billionaire’s Club of the Grand Hotel Kempinski des Bains.
The success of the St. Moritz Gourmet Festival 2025 is not only a matter of culinary talent, but also of the collaboration between a network of exceptional partners. Leading hotels in the region, including Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, Carlton Hotel, Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski and others, are coming together to deliver an unrivalled luxury experience.
The main sponsorship of the luxury car company Porsche Schweiz AG, together with the support of Laurent-Perrier Suisse SA and Smith & Smith AG, the unconditional support of St. Moritz Tourismus AG and the municipalities of Pontresina, Sils and Silvaplana are ultimately the guarantee of the exclusivity and prestige of the event.
Ultimately, the St. Moritz Gourmet Festival 2025 is not just a food festival; it is an experience that transcends mere tasting to become a sensorial journey and a celebration of luxury, innovation and sustainability in the heart of the Swiss Alps. An unmissable event for those seeking the best of the best.
