It’s Art Basel week! That means fairs, gallery shows, museum exhibitions, and plenty of events–all taking place in Basel. We are here to guide you through the must-see and be-seen-at spots around town. All week-long we’ll bring you “Insider Tips” from those in-the-know on what to see, do, eat, and drink. Next up, the head of Artcurial Europe, Martin Guesnet.
#BestKeptSecret
“My favorite and ‘secret’ spot is the Cigar Room at the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois—a cozy place where people relax and savor their drinks in a comfortable setting. It’s a perfect place to debrief after a day spent at the fair!”
#SundayRoutine
“What I prefer on Sundays is ‘faire le marché’ at the Marché d’Aligre in Paris. I enjoy buying good products and ingredients to cook a nice diner for some friends. The Marché is like a fair, where people meet, discuss, negotiate, and taste good products. I like the atmosphere!”
#FairFirstTimers
“First choice you have to make is where to begin: ground floor or upstairs? Once this choice is done, relax, and take your time being curious! You can’t see it all anyway, so concentrate on what you look at.”
#InspoSpot
“After a good day, and having walked through Art Basel, I like to go to Colmar, France and contemplate Le retable d’Issenheim at the Unterlinden Museum. This amazing place, and its artworks, captivate me every time I look at it.”
