On Saturday, the people of Geneva will have the unique opportunity to discover behind the scenes of the Société des Vieux Grenadiers on the occasion of their 275th anniversary. An open day is organized at the company’s headquarters, located at 92 rue de Carouge, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thierry Aeschbacher, president of the organizing committee, was my guest.
“It’s a friendly day where everyone can come, young and old. We can eat for the adults and play for the little ones. » This initiative aims to demystify this company that many know by name but few really know.
Visitors will have the opportunity to visit the company’s arsenal, an emblematic place often associated with parades in the streets of Geneva. “You will see all the equipment that the company has,” explains Thierry Aeschbacher. In addition, the various floors of the building will be accessible, including the central committee room where important decisions concerning the company are made.
Demonstration and tasting stands will also be present, representing the different friendly sections of the Vieux Grenadiers. “There will be a lake fish tasting stand with the fishermen’s section, and the possibility of discovering the smallest town in the canton of Geneva with the Clos VG section.” In addition to this program, games for children and light meals provided by various sections will enhance a day that promises to be festive and friendly. “There will be snacks, a stand run by the skiers where you can drink an unpronounceable shot, fish tasting, a giant risotto, grilled meats” lists Thierry Aeschbacher.
A company anchored in Geneva life
Despite a reputation sometimes associated with a certain confidentiality, the Vieux Grenadiers are far from being a secret society. “If you come to our restaurant, we have the members’ table which is displayed in the room and which is therefore accessible to everyone,” underlines Thierry Aeschbacher. Indeed, the Vieux Grenadiers restaurant is open to the public, except on Thursday evenings, reserved for members.
Leading the organization of this anniversary is a big responsibility for Thierry Aeschbacher, who prefers to emphasize teamwork. “It is above all a great honor to have been chosen by the president of the company to be chairman of the committee. We are a team within the committee, and even below this committee, there are teams who have been thinking about all this for almost a year. »
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover the secrets of the Vieux Grenadiers and share a moment of conviviality with family and friends this Saturday. In November, a banquet, symbolizing friendship, will close this jubilee year.
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