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Ice bucket shaped like a pomegranate

This container was made by the Fonderia dell'Arte foundry, in Florence (Italy).
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Pestle and mortar

This mortar was used to grind cacao beans.
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Transporting food

Food products - energy intensive travellers!
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Self-stirring mug

This decidedly modern cup is battery-operated.
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Salt cellar

Before disposable packaging became widespread, salt was kept in wide metal or ceramic containers, which would often be hung on the wall near the fireplace.
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Jar for storing butter or lard

Ceramic confit pot traditionally used to preserve food by soaking it in fat (lard, oil).
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Tin of vegetable fat, Nussella

Nussella is the first Swiss brand of vegetable fat created in 1924 by the Rapperswil-based company Nuxo.
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A blue-collar worker's portable canteen

The four compartments in this dinner pail are used to hold various dishes, including soup.
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Glass and holder for spa therapy

Vichy-branded glass used by spa clients.
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Fondue pot and fondue forks

This pot is used to prepare and serve Swiss cheese fondue and is part of helvetic national pride.

Opening Hours

From Tuesday to Sunday:
10:00 - 18:00

 

Entrance fees 

  • Adults

    13.00

  • Children 0-5 years of age

    Free of charge

  • Children 6-15 years of age

    4.00

  • Reduced rate

    11.00

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Contact us

Alimentarium
Quai Perdonnet 25
Case Postale 13
CH-1800 Vevey
Switzerland

+41 021 924 41 11

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