Food can nourish, comfort, and delight, but it can also change things. Every meal we share carries the potential to connect people, bridge divides, and create real impact. Soup kitchens highlight that cooking isn’t just an act of feeding others. It’s an act of care, activism, and solidarity.This is what happens when food becomes more than a meal.

Living and cooking together can be chaotic, but it's also one of the best parts of student life. Shared kitchens are where stories start - from midnight ramen runs to spontaneous group dinners that turn strangers into friends. Here's your Shared Kitchen Survival Guide, featuring practical tips, unwritten rules, and a few santity savers to keep the peace and the fridge clean.

Staying on top of dishes and messes while you cook saves post-meal stress and keeps your kitchen ready for anything.

Boost efficiency by doubling your favorite recipes—one batch for now, another for later—so you get twice the reward for the same effort.

Sheet pan cooking lets you roast an entire meal in one go—minimal prep, hands-off cooking, and easy cleanup for busy nights.

Not every meal has to involve a hot stove—fresh, nutritious no-cook recipes can keep you fueled and save you loads of time.

Moving to a new city or starting university can feel overwhelming and cooking or sharing meals with others is often one of the easiest ways to feel at home. But community doesn’t end in the kitchen. That’s why we’re excited to highlight SportBesties, a new student community in Zürich that helps girls connect through sports.

In the chaos of exam season, it’s easy to forget to eat something that isn’t instant noodles or vending-machine snacks. But food isn’t just fuel — it’s comfort, routine, and a small act of self-care when everything else feels unpredictable. Whether you’re cramming with friends or taking a solo study break, a good meal can bring calm to the storm. So here’s your comfort food survival guide for exam season — simple, affordable, and heartwarming dishes that hug you back.

A well-planned shopping list and knowing your store layout makes for quicker shopping trips and faster meal prep at home.

Transform yesterday’s leftovers into today’s exciting meal by using simple add-ins or switching up how you serve them.

Hosting a dinner as a student might sound sound like a logistical challenge, but it's actually a simple recipe for connection. You don't need a fancy setup - just a kitchen, a few helping hands and good company.

Save serious time and effort by investing in kitchen gadgets that do the heavy lifting—think food processors, immersion blenders, or electric rice cookers.

Cooking with friends and sharing meal duties makes bigger batches feasible and gives you a break—dishing up both variety and more free hours.

You’ve got a new recipe saved, the kitchen smells like potential… but there’s no one to share it with?

Ready-made marinades or simple DIY blends let you flavor proteins and veggies in advance—making meals both quicker and tastier.

Maximize your kitchen time by prepping multiple ingredients and cooking components at the same time—without feeling overwhelmed.

Speeding up veggie prep can transform your entire cooking routine—making it far less tedious and much more efficient for busy student life.

Freezing leftovers and pre-chopped ingredients helps keep your kitchen efficient while ensuring you always have meal building blocks ready to go.

Cut down on cleanup and maximize flavor by cooking your entire meal in just one pan—a perfect shortcut for busy nights.

A well-organized kitchen clears the way for faster, smoother cooking—so you can focus on creating meals, not searching for tools.