Véronique hails from the birthplace of absinthe
About me
First name
Véronique
Age
25
Town/village
Val-de-Travers
Dialect/language
French
At home
What are your living arrangements?
The valley where I live is also the home of absinthe. Deep in its forests lives a little green fairy who keeps a watchful eye over the once forbidden drink.
How would you describe your home?
It varies from year to year… It's nice to be a nomad.
Style
What is your favourite piece of clothing?
Soft, smooth fabrics
How would your friends describe you?
Strong-willed with funny ideas
Food
What’s in your fridge?
Milk, cheese and yogurt
What’s your favourite food?
Good Swiss brown bread
What is your favourite Swiss specialty?
Raclette and chocolate!
On the move
How do you mostly get around (train, bike etc.)?
Walking, but the car for longer distances.
How do you spend your spare time?
Painting, writing, reading, learning and learning
What do you particularly appreciate about Switzerland’s art and culture scene?
Local festivals and art exhibitions
Typically Swiss
What, in your view, is "typically Swiss"?
A structured and orderly way of life, and good-quality workmanship.
What is "typically Swiss" about you?
Love of the great outdoors
What aspects of life in Switzerland do you consider modern and innovative?
Its system of democracy, its economy, its innovative approach to environmental protection and ecology, respect for nature and its research activities.