8 Hours in Switzerland

So getting to Tanzania isn't easy, and in my attempts to avoid multiple stopovers on the way in (which sadly were unavoidable on the way out), I opted for an 8 hour layover in Zurich.

Apparently, this isn't an uncommon thing, because when I Googled ::what to do on a long layover in Zurich::a whole hosts of suggestions popped up.

Two important things that I learned about Zurich

1. It's insanely expensive

2. If you're a vegetarian and are afraid that you might not eat for the next two weeks, it's an amazing place to have your last meal.

Sure I could tell you about the quaint, cobblestoned streets, and the beautiful lake, and the joyous families feeding the swans and playing on slack line. But the real story is about the food.

I went to the Odena Apotheka cafe, which I can't imagine by any stretch of the imagination is an extraordinary standout place to dine. But that's the beauty of Zurich. Their medicore meals ARE exceptional. Highlights included: lightly breaded and fried cheese fondue on a salad (gorgeous), a warm cup of hot chocolate, and a finish with chocolate gelato.

This must be why everyone loves the Swiss.