about us
Raised in Valais, surrounded by mountains, family, and vineyards, we learned early on that food and drink are never just about eating and drinking. They're about origin, craftsmanship, hospitality, and bringing people together around a table.
Later, our culinary journey took us to various places: Bern, Hamburg, Copenhagen, Paris, Australia, and back again. We worked in restaurants, wine shops, pop-ups, fine-dining establishments, and vibrant neighborhood venues. From all these experiences, one thing became clear: we wanted to create our own place. A place that takes quality seriously but doesn't take itself too seriously.
That's how Frohsinn came to be.
In the heart of Bern's Old Town, at Münstergasse 54, we run Frohsinn as a wine bar and bistro. Our menu is small, seasonal, and ever-changing. We cook with what's currently in season, what inspires us, and what comes from people we trust.
On the table, you'll find dishes for sharing, vegetables with depth, small snacks to accompany a glass of wine, sometimes classics, sometimes experiments. We like food that's approachable yet surprising. No rigid menu, no dogma, no grand presentation – we prefer to put plates in the center and see where the evening leads.
What are we drinking?
Wine plays a big role at Frohsinn. Not as a status symbol, but as an invitation. We like wines with character, origin, and energy. Natural wines, biodynamic bottles, trusted producers, and discoveries from Switzerland, France, Italy, Germany, and sometimes beyond. Our wine list is curated, but not complicated. Those who know a lot will find depth. Those who simply want to enjoy a good glass will find exactly that. We are happy to advise, but without lecturing. Wine should connect, not intimidate.
We believe in a gastronomy that is open, human, and vibrant. In fair work, honest products, good music, engaging conversations, and spaces where people can meet.