Merz's Graubünden Nut Cake: A family-owned bakery in Chur featured in the " FELFEL " refrigerator
Merz's Graubünden Nut Cake: A family-owned bakery in Chur featured in the " FELFEL " refrigerator
“How about a slice of nut cake?” In search of an authentic Graubünden nut cake, FELFEL Food Scout Nikola’s journey led him straight to Chur, to the Merz family bakery. Today, Merz’s nut cake, Florentines, and Mam’s Cookies can be found in the FELFEL fridge at workplaces throughout Switzerland.
Who is behind the Merz Bakery in Chur?
The Merz Bakery was founded in Chur in 1946. It all began with a small bakery run by Marie Merz, the “boss,” and Walter Merz, the artist. Today, Roni, Sabrina, and Seraina Merz are the third generation to run the family bakery—with the same care and passion as when it all began.
What is a Graubünden nut cake?
The Graubünden nut cake is a traditional specialty from the canton of Graubünden. It consists of shortcrust pastry filled with walnuts in caramel and cream. At Merz in Chur, it has been a staple of their product line for generations.
What Merz specialties are available in the FELFEL refrigerator?
Grisons Walnut Cake – Shortcrust pastry filled with walnuts in caramel
Florentines – with slivered almonds and caramel
Mam’s Cookie – the chocolate chip cookie from Merz
The current menu shows which dishes and treats are currently available at the " FELFEL ."
How does FELFEL find family-run producers like Merz?
At FELFEL , food scouts search throughout Switzerland for partner chefs and small-scale producers who truly master their craft. The focus is on family-run businesses with which FELFEL collaborates on a long-term basis. Only items that wholeheartedly impress the food scouts make it into the FELFEL refrigerator.
How do employers benefit from this?
With the “ FELFEL ” refrigerator, companies can bring regional specialties—such as Merz’s Bündner Nusstorte—to the workplace—without needing their own cafeteria and without any additional effort for HR or office management. “ FELFEL ” requires about 1 m² of space and a power connection, and handles restocking, service, and cleaning. Learn more under Employee Catering.
About FELFEL
FELFEL It’s the alternative to the cafeteria: The FELFEL refrigerator (Smart Fridge) delivers freshly cooked meals from partner chefs and local family-run producers to the workplace every workday—24/7, no order required. Over 1,000 companies in Switzerland have relied on FELFEL since 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Merz specialties are available in the FELFEL refrigerator?
The " FELFEL " refrigerator (Smart Fridge) features the Graubünden nut cake, Florentines, and Mam's Cookies from the Merz Bakery in Chur.
How long has the Merz Bakery been in business in Chur?
The Merz Bakery was founded in 1946 by Marie and Walter Merz in Chur. Today, Roni, Sabrina, and Seraina Merz are the third generation to run the family business.
What is a Graubünden nut cake?
The Graubünden nut cake is a traditional specialty from Graubünden: shortcrust pastry filled with walnuts in caramel and cream.
How does FELFEL select its producers?
FELFEL Food Scouts search throughout Switzerland for partner chefs and small-scale producers who practice authentic craftsmanship, especially family-run businesses. Only products that impress the Food Scouts make it into the “ FELFEL ” refrigerator.
Where can I see which dishes are currently available?
The current menu at felfel.ch lists all the dishes and treats currently available in the " FELFEL " refrigerator.