A taste of the Alps

After working in several fine dining restaurants and being a part of the Swiss culinary juniors national team, she found more joy and purpose in cooking food for a wider audience and not only for those who can afford fine dining.

At 29, Frank has already made a name for herself on the European culinary scene. She trained under renowned chefs, including Nenad Mlinarevic, and benefited from Uccelin Foundation scholarship program. Combining technical precision with ingredient-driven creativity, she has earned 14 Gault Millau points (out of 20), becoming Switzerland's youngest female chef to achieve this distinction.

Frank also led the kitchen at Rank in Zurich, a restaurant recognized for its eco-conscious cuisine, and is celebrated for her inventive, sustainable approach to cooking.

"Food is a universal language that connects cultures and people," said Jurg Burri, Ambassador of Switzerland to China.