It's time to check out what's going on in Basel-Land! Those who will dare to make it behind the dam on the Kraftwerk Island won't regret it! Cafe-Bar la Strada trailers set up home in the shade of old trees. It is now the favorite meeting point of all sun worshippers and dolce farniente believers. … Continue reading The bar where you’ll want to spend your summer
Surprising, hidden, along the Rhine, a breeze in the hair, verdant spot, deck chairs, fresh homemade food, Sunday brunch, afternoon drinks, summer chill, cool restaurant, sunshine... Sometimes pictures are worth more than a thousand words! Scroll down, get there asap and enjoy! Opening hours: from March to December Mo–Tu: from 11am to 6pm (closes at 2:30pm in case of … Continue reading Sunday brunch, sunshine and countryside… what else?
Wish there was still time for another holiday this summer? No need to travel to the other end of the world to keep that holiday feeling! Spend a day outdoor and explore the beautiful Alsace region! Put on your walking shoes and pack a picnic, the pretty countryside of France and Switzerland is waiting for you! The starting … Continue reading Day Getaway At The End Of Tram 10
There is a newcomer in the red light district! The Roter Bären, a gastronomic yet casual restaurant, opened doors this summer on Ochsengasse. The Roten Bären's plates are beautiful, creative and delicious. The menu concept is quite unique. Instead of having starters, main courses etc., all dishes are served with the same portion size. You … Continue reading Gastronomic Experience!
New "coup de cœur" for a great brunch spot! Smuk is a cute and cosy place, full of light and fresh flowers. On Fridays & Saturdays, brunch is à la carte with 3 options: veggie, fish or meat. Scramble eggs with crème fraîche are to die for! On Sundays, it's brunch buffet. Smuk is the ideal spot for a relaxed … Continue reading Let’s brunch at Smuk!
Once again, Kleinhüningen is the place to go! A unique pop-up restaurant settled in Holzpark Klybeck for a few months. La Tour Vagabonde is a classic Shakespeare Tower, 11-meter high, that can be built or taken apart in just a couple of days! If you are in the mood for fondue, La Tour Vagabonde is definitely the best … Continue reading Pop-Up Fondue in the World of Troubadours
Get in the holiday spirit with My Little Basel! Each day you will discover a new picture taken in Basel... it's your Advent Calendar! You can also get the Advent Calendar on Facebook by following My Little Basel ! If you would like to share a photo to be posted in the calendar, simply send your best shots to … Continue reading My Little Basel is Counting Down the Days till Christmas…
Ta daaa! Here it is! Brand new and beautiful restaurant! Zum Onkel opened in Klein Basel a couple of weeks ago. The Uncle only cooks with seasonal products. The menu changes everyday! Polenta-lasagna with cherry tomatoes, leeks and capers... wild boar ribs with Hokkaido pumpkin sauce and Venere black rice... Pineapple tarte tatin with homemade red berry sorbet... … Continue reading New Restaurant on the Block
Cold weather is finally here and Valentine's day is around the corner! What about sharing fondue with your loved one in a gondola? Baracca Zermatt, an authentic rustic chalet with a cozy fireplace, is one of the best fondue places in town. The gondola set outside the chalet, away from prying eyes, is perfect to have a … Continue reading Romantic dinner in a gondola
I am really excited to take my first steps in the blogging world. I hope to share here with you a little about my life in Basel. I will be writing (sometimes in French… sometimes in English…) primarily on restaurants, bars and shops I like to go to, as well as on trips and things … Continue reading Welcome to my blog!
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