Cannes, the FQ Way
10+ years at Cannes Lions, and we’ve learned a thing or two. What to pack for everything from your stage moment to the after-party.
Recharge & Reset
(because you will need it)
Antoine Bahrami Massage
FQ’s unofficial Cannes recovery ritual for when your body has officially hit networking capacity.
Hyde Beach
Beach beds, ocean views, and the perfect place to disappear between meetings.
La Mandala
Low-key luxury and long lunches.
Annex Beach
Cannes reset button. Order the rosé and stay awhile.
Grab a Bite
Uva
Wine bar-meets-fine dining where the pours are generous and the
people-watching is just as good.
La Guérite
A quick boat ride away on the island where the real “Man in the Iron Mask” was imprisoned, now home to one of Cannes’ most iconic beach clubs.
Le Chaophraya
A hidden Thai spot near the Martinez when you need a break from steak
frites.
La Môme
Old Hollywood glamour meets Riviera dinner party energy.
Tredici
Italian comfort food
Bobo Bistro
Ideal for a long lunch that somehow turns into dinner.
Astoux et Brun
A seafood institution where everyone ends up at least once during Cannes.
Les Canailles Bistro
A cozy French bistro that feels refreshingly low-key amid the Cannes chaos.
Café Crème
Go-to coffee stop when your schedule says “networking” but your body says
“espresso.”
Sweet Treats Only
Le Saint Antoine
The kind of French boulangerie that makes you consider moving to Cannes for
the pastries alone.
Nivà Gelateria Italiana
Gelato worth the inevitable line down the block.
Happy Hour
Hits Different Here
Carlton Terrace
Cocktails on the iconic Carlton patio for the best people-watching.
Marea
A rooftop bar made for golden hour selfies, spritzes, and pretending you live
on the Riviera year-round.
Le Bar à Vin
Cannes’ oldest wine bar, pouring glasses and local charm.
Bar 58
A classic Cannes hotel bar where networking and nightcaps tend to blur together.
Retail Therapy
Fragonard
A French perfume institution where you can leave Cannes smelling
significantly more expensive than when you arrived.
LuckyTeam
Delicate jewelry pieces that feel very “I bought this in the South of France.”
Any French Pharmacy
The real Cannes souvenir is probably French skincare. Stock up accordingly.
Rue d’Antibes
Lined with designer boutiques and “just browsing” temptations.
