tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1562608182538550142024-03-13T18:50:47.770+01:00The Stockholm TouristThe Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.comBlogger1038125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-83480859452744734622022-05-25T11:33:00.008+02:002022-05-26T12:44:03.191+02:00Summer in Stockholm 2022<p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYuZpTTbE9WXNJGtLSDX-z8eeQEiQhJBY8mlz_uEc91IdZC2KkjfJt87Ba4_x3UcYeugsSfsUfs4sh8btA7eOlko10vWVzdqFPtPgLO8E4SvAWTs8eFE7Z8gzizo6bx1MD6pmL7oU-QYCq0dkEY7Ag7c1obfRRwcqu9Gi8uHcAE6nDATo-TCLiz1sA/s640/fj3h.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYuZpTTbE9WXNJGtLSDX-z8eeQEiQhJBY8mlz_uEc91IdZC2KkjfJt87Ba4_x3UcYeugsSfsUfs4sh8btA7eOlko10vWVzdqFPtPgLO8E4SvAWTs8eFE7Z8gzizo6bx1MD6pmL7oU-QYCq0dkEY7Ag7c1obfRRwcqu9Gi8uHcAE6nDATo-TCLiz1sA/w400-h400/fj3h.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"God Our Father on the Rainbow" by Carl Milles at Nacka Strand</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Are you planning a trip to Stockholm this summer? Smart! Summer is always the best time to visit. Not only does the city (and locals) come to life after a long winter, but also many things outside of the city open up for visitors during this short period, like certain attractions as well as the archipelago. Here is some information, as well as recommendations, which you will hopefully find helpful in planning your stay. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3c6VG3Y6UOeGztcMOBrNlJ0zB_lf_I26UYnP-LuQ2n8L9lLEiH1h81wkbSYVFDavKLu_kJJ3rs8VFBWjpwZiyTfX5yFcAB6yKbN0mUYX_coRZweEzqzFUmcxhrP4L3_SHIvLvveoS5vprunGWddEzwSNVVK_D_SOLs6a5otM5MU7DRAdLKWZBNrWm/s640/cityhall2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3c6VG3Y6UOeGztcMOBrNlJ0zB_lf_I26UYnP-LuQ2n8L9lLEiH1h81wkbSYVFDavKLu_kJJ3rs8VFBWjpwZiyTfX5yFcAB6yKbN0mUYX_coRZweEzqzFUmcxhrP4L3_SHIvLvveoS5vprunGWddEzwSNVVK_D_SOLs6a5otM5MU7DRAdLKWZBNrWm/w400-h300/cityhall2.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View of City Hall from Södermalm</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>To start things off, <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2022/03/calendar-of-events-and-festivals-2022.html" target="_blank">click here for a calendar</a> of events and festivals happening in the city. The months of June and July are especially busy with festivals and events. July tends to be a little slower as this is the month most Swedes tend to have their vacation and often leave the city. Even if you don't find a festival or event of interest happening during your stay, keep in mind that they may still affect your visit. For example, a marathon will cause street closures, a popular concert might cause restaurants to be full that evening and so on.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVGqt5XGA2gfJYPvDd4kdye7Mg8sW04F-u4gSlkyk3vJ96o6WeG78G3dWv8QQ8G4zK0YPWhTnfH4cv57eOmMV_o_M1ySOgMDPC0g_dEqPLz1JhPssV6muLx6lcbY0aiJh_toNm53oxyLNpISDgXgn3UQipcTx_k3z3KVeDiIJ8w-3q9dltSIiC83Tx/s640/dj5.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVGqt5XGA2gfJYPvDd4kdye7Mg8sW04F-u4gSlkyk3vJ96o6WeG78G3dWv8QQ8G4zK0YPWhTnfH4cv57eOmMV_o_M1ySOgMDPC0g_dEqPLz1JhPssV6muLx6lcbY0aiJh_toNm53oxyLNpISDgXgn3UQipcTx_k3z3KVeDiIJ8w-3q9dltSIiC83Tx/w400-h300/dj5.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Djurgård's Canal</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>Some practical information. Stockholm has a great public transportation system that is very easy to use. It encompasses busses, subways, commuter trains, trams and some ferries. This means that tickets and travel cards work for all of these modes of transportation. <a href="https://sl.se/en/in-english/fares--tickets/" target="_blank">Click here</a> for more information about the various cards and tickets visitors can purchase. You can also use commuter trains to get you to and from Arlanda airport. Especially convenient for guests of the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> as they make a stop at the Södra Station which is just four blocks from the hotel. <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2017/03/taking-commuter-train-pendeltag-to-and.html" target="_blank">Click here</a> for more information on how to use the commuter train for the airport. Another convenient feature is <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2017/09/djurgard-ferry-best-way-to-get-to.html" target="_blank">the cross harbor ferry</a> that takes you from Gamla Stan to the attractions on Djurgården. When it comes to taxis in Sweden... BEWARE! Companies aren't regulated and smaller taxi companies can charge double the price legally. To be safe, just <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2017/06/taxis-in-sweden-be-careful.html" target="_blank">follow these simple rules</a>.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV5tncn8_l8CQQQRPimswyBL-IGNmlywTqnWDOx-Ggys0clcWhb_Y94GWCzn4cmIixSgSin10asByqcsYwNRUE-VZmnqzDmqc30ZGSVNkCQf_shsXBThFa9oeioajurJud28sVEwF29GIarcsACqx1ZcZCv5lao5Mrju2dSgtQ5ku3BgXARQXqSRfF/s640/tou4e.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="559" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV5tncn8_l8CQQQRPimswyBL-IGNmlywTqnWDOx-Ggys0clcWhb_Y94GWCzn4cmIixSgSin10asByqcsYwNRUE-VZmnqzDmqc30ZGSVNkCQf_shsXBThFa9oeioajurJud28sVEwF29GIarcsACqx1ZcZCv5lao5Mrju2dSgtQ5ku3BgXARQXqSRfF/w350-h400/tou4e.jpg" width="350" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Millesgården</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Most people want to visit a museum or two when travelling... and Stockholm has many great options. If art is you cup of tea, then <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2022/05/summer-art-exhibitions-2022.html" target="_blank">click here to see what exhibitions</a> will be showing at the major art museums in the city this summer. However, if history, royalty and culture is of more interest, then <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2014/02/museums-in-stockholm-focusing-on-history.html" target="_blank">click here for a list</a> of museums and attractions that focus on these subjects. If you will just be in Stockholm a few short days, then there are some museums which are uniquely Swedish and shouldn't be missed (I mean, cathedrals, castles and art museums can be found in every European city). These include the <a href="https://www.vasamuseet.se/en" target="_blank">Vasa Museum</a>, <a href="https://www.skansen.se/en/" target="_blank">Skansen</a>, <a href="https://nobelprizemuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Nobel Prize Museum</a>, <a href="https://abbathemuseum.com/en/" target="_blank">ABBA the Museum</a>, <a href="https://historiska.se/home/" target="_blank">Historiska</a> and <a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/home.aspx" target="_blank">Millesgården</a>.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2nTs2kQsEPeJhrF8W9r8W2Mx5FfIKkOngPyQEzoibY9O8OVho3JATA1nNja0hPdvMWGV9fqYapK5YSUUYFLV9Txh0n9Ik64OOfG5wFOq172MlzA-P94pj3rG1zkfm06gRPw1qTaS8sAYNY8Vlpuj5e1uUqIUxJVWyB2ZWHd-hOGYe3zddyqfcoEuG/s640/view4.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2nTs2kQsEPeJhrF8W9r8W2Mx5FfIKkOngPyQEzoibY9O8OVho3JATA1nNja0hPdvMWGV9fqYapK5YSUUYFLV9Txh0n9Ik64OOfG5wFOq172MlzA-P94pj3rG1zkfm06gRPw1qTaS8sAYNY8Vlpuj5e1uUqIUxJVWyB2ZWHd-hOGYe3zddyqfcoEuG/w400-h300/view4.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View of Gamla Stan from bridge to Skeppsholmen</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>If you wish to do a sightseeing tour in the city, there are many options to choose from. The main sightseeing company in Stockholm is <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/" target="_blank">Strömma</a>. They offer many different tours... everything from <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/sightseeing/sightseeing-by-boat/" target="_blank">boat tours</a>, to <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/sightseeing/sightseeing-by-bus/" target="_blank">Hop On/Off bus tours</a> and even <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/sightseeing/combination-tours/" target="_blank">combination tours</a>. There are also some great smaller companies that also have many options of city tours. Two that we recommend are <a href="https://www.ourwaytours.com/locations/stockholm/" target="_blank">OurWay Tours</a> and <a href="https://www.stockholmadventures.com/" target="_blank">Stockholm Adventures</a>. These companies both offer a variety of tours, some more out of the ordinary like with Segways, bikes and kayaks... or walking tours with different themes or neighborhoods. Or, if you are on more of a budget, there are a few companies that offer free walking tours in Stockholm, like <a href="https://freetourstockholm.com/" target="_blank">Free Tour Stockholm</a> and <a href="https://www.stockholmfreetour.com/" target="_blank">Stockholm Free Tour</a>.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5jkP-XaQpKLGEnMruUhMH1uoURVBbOZZ99OU_pI6YULmc_JHfpQYnKYpuQrZ8aaVLrMZUbhZ94um2Mep7WWIJjlpera4uLa-154HzAxkmpuWEm78_bXiJSLque7Jz6hpZFr8CuOJo9Yq2Q1ZRlVlnipIZ2_CyRJf4YSOEYsfSBUI3HuN3SAtM7xqJ/s640/blo6.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5jkP-XaQpKLGEnMruUhMH1uoURVBbOZZ99OU_pI6YULmc_JHfpQYnKYpuQrZ8aaVLrMZUbhZ94um2Mep7WWIJjlpera4uLa-154HzAxkmpuWEm78_bXiJSLque7Jz6hpZFr8CuOJo9Yq2Q1ZRlVlnipIZ2_CyRJf4YSOEYsfSBUI3HuN3SAtM7xqJ/w400-h300/blo6.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Djurgården, national city park</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>If you have a few days in Stockholm, you should definitely earmark one of the days for an excursion outside of the city. Stockholm is located where Lake Mälaren empties into the Baltic Sea... so there are many beautiful waterways, countryside and islands to explore. Strömma, once again, offers several <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/day-trips/" target="_blank">day excursions by boat</a>. Head out into the archipelago and visit the <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/day-trips/boat-trip-to-artipelag/" target="_blank">art museum Artipelag</a> or picturesque <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/day-trips/canal-tour-to-sandhamn/" target="_blank">sailing harbor at Sandham</a>. On the lake side, they offer boat tours to two different UNESCO World Heritage Sites... the <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/day-trips/birka-the-viking-city/" target="_blank">Viking trading town Birka</a> and the <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/day-trips/drottningholm-palace/" target="_blank">royal palace Drottningholm</a>.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaVcrslGZnDy_khVdBbT03JxzpvQa7LuTA2BvwFLeWdmwYKfeCvlAMMVKJgBEveysvmAQ0B2lvPKw-EIg-EiMrqK0dF--0O75FI7GGaKNpUblm8T6Ob0PkENQKO9oXXcfhr_keB2u10PrfvsPxZqK12OroRZqiMuMHPGpWDeS32z89DinAUn1LIPAy/s640/prom8.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaVcrslGZnDy_khVdBbT03JxzpvQa7LuTA2BvwFLeWdmwYKfeCvlAMMVKJgBEveysvmAQ0B2lvPKw-EIg-EiMrqK0dF--0O75FI7GGaKNpUblm8T6Ob0PkENQKO9oXXcfhr_keB2u10PrfvsPxZqK12OroRZqiMuMHPGpWDeS32z89DinAUn1LIPAy/w300-h400/prom8.jpg" width="300" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Strandvägen</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>Or else you can use their Cinderella boats and <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/the-archipelago-on-your-own/" target="_blank">explore the archipelago on your own</a>! I usually head out to the archipelago several times every summer. A few of my favorite things to do are <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/07/art-archipelago-artipelag.html" target="_blank">visiting Artipelag</a>, eating lunch/dinner at <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2018/08/restaurant-fjaderholmarnas-krog.html" target="_blank">Fjäderholmarnas Krog</a>, spending the day on <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2020/06/day-trip-to-island-of-grinda.html" target="_blank">the beautiful island of Grinda</a> and having lunch at Hembygdgårds Café on <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/07/lunch-in-archipelago-at-vaxholm.html" target="_blank">the island of Vaxholm</a>. I usually manage to do all of these things once every summer... sometimes with friends or else with visiting family. You could also stay on dry land and make an excursion to the nearby <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2016/08/day-trip-to-uppsala.html" target="_blank">city of Uppsala</a> with <a href="https://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2016/08/uppsala-cathedral.html" target="_blank">its cathedral</a> and Viking graves. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD9vfELfQTCtdaXTGz_F4gHo4aDPYu3VnfQbnDHUpthu2kxdTFfJESXfVqSfGktmsNqgp4juibPioNs0vAEKv8NUTyRMrZ92547lyZfOvf2ZG8xmGNNpO8VlbsVnvPQXiH5_B4qW_dW47Wd2KNW2Ji_ihjg4_VO0fo-nuyWfiFRApJNhnsNncZx-nB/s640/fja1f.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="565" data-original-width="640" height="354" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD9vfELfQTCtdaXTGz_F4gHo4aDPYu3VnfQbnDHUpthu2kxdTFfJESXfVqSfGktmsNqgp4juibPioNs0vAEKv8NUTyRMrZ92547lyZfOvf2ZG8xmGNNpO8VlbsVnvPQXiH5_B4qW_dW47Wd2KNW2Ji_ihjg4_VO0fo-nuyWfiFRApJNhnsNncZx-nB/w400-h354/fja1f.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fjäderholmarna</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>This will be my last blog post for the foreseeable future. I am leaving the hospitality industry and heading on to new adventures! If you will be staying at the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> you can contact my colleagues there at concierge@rival.se if you have any questions or need any assistance ahead of your stay. I have been writing this blog for over 10 years and there are over 1,000 posts in the archives you can peruse to get any extra inspiration... maybe for a <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2020/08/heading-to-seaside-beaches.html" target="_blank">visit to the seaside</a>, walk around <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/06/the-island-of-langholmen.html" target="_blank">Långholmen</a>, a visit to the <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/07/walking-on-djurgarden.html" target="_blank">national city park Djurgården</a> or perusing the <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/08/stockholm-gallery-district.html" target="_blank">Stockholm Gallery District</a>? I sincerely hope you will find something here to inspire you and that you have a wonderful stay in Stockholm! PS. All pictures in this post have been taken by me over the years. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvjI2ks1l0lrnglQTpHp2SKl5HxpKb85Rtc4kRbbjNvlaPiuO_s9qePgJqTHShcQ2wdIjQew29q3kwRe1Ad6wRVeV7YUNRlVruXNZjtP75_4Y0vWlsOgEEhYetxm7oOPLXiflxzhlNuR1qQZ6IbhJYnWQraf-cjx2shFDvhnTJ74TMfjHez8b1NrPt/s640/gang4.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvjI2ks1l0lrnglQTpHp2SKl5HxpKb85Rtc4kRbbjNvlaPiuO_s9qePgJqTHShcQ2wdIjQew29q3kwRe1Ad6wRVeV7YUNRlVruXNZjtP75_4Y0vWlsOgEEhYetxm7oOPLXiflxzhlNuR1qQZ6IbhJYnWQraf-cjx2shFDvhnTJ74TMfjHez8b1NrPt/w400-h300/gang4.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stockholm City Hall</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF0BVQDPS0313KH2ZAIRG1Ejy9pQYGy87KQW1_OpaZ0GUOzzwlGj_txfP85cldbJuc2-ZYOtDiEpWJbw3rPNnPRgUfJXJ37Or56sWMmLhdNH4SfdETCIrjB-9sSWOLkXuPbtPWpu3v-sVWlD_nuxtEBLQ1sQ1GJCgU4VyYQcIg2O3FjlpVR08-r7eM/s640/grin9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF0BVQDPS0313KH2ZAIRG1Ejy9pQYGy87KQW1_OpaZ0GUOzzwlGj_txfP85cldbJuc2-ZYOtDiEpWJbw3rPNnPRgUfJXJ37Or56sWMmLhdNH4SfdETCIrjB-9sSWOLkXuPbtPWpu3v-sVWlD_nuxtEBLQ1sQ1GJCgU4VyYQcIg2O3FjlpVR08-r7eM/w400-h300/grin9.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-53886416107316733132022-05-20T15:16:00.002+02:002022-05-20T15:36:15.719+02:00Midsummer Weekend 2022<p> </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEharBnkUcmI6tFzvljedJNEEwEBTIEY5SQ7_h2bAEJ5YPdybHFucjKbx61u5L9QEfTjudKgczLAHq4xhQElYXkRFiQ3h6lxFP2kIQkT28ulccN-uZw392gVe2ODJ-S1L7HtmywfxQpBO0o/s1600/midsummer11.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="724" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEharBnkUcmI6tFzvljedJNEEwEBTIEY5SQ7_h2bAEJ5YPdybHFucjKbx61u5L9QEfTjudKgczLAHq4xhQElYXkRFiQ3h6lxFP2kIQkT28ulccN-uZw392gVe2ODJ-S1L7HtmywfxQpBO0o/s320/midsummer11.jpg" width="241" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Picture I took two years ago at the pole raising ceremony at Skansen on Midsummer's Eve. </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div>Well, it is almost that time of the year again: <a href="https://sweden.se/culture-traditions/midsummer/" target="_blank">Midsummer (June 24th to 26th)</a>! With the exception of perhaps Christmas, Midsummer is the biggest holiday in the Swedish calendar. It is also the weekend when confused tourists and visitors wander the streets of Stockholm and wonder why many parts resemble a ghost town. Generally, they either have no clue it is Midsummer (or even what it is) or they expected a more festive holiday atmosphere with parades and block parties, like a Catholic festival. But this is a sacred holiday, much like Christmas, which Swedes spend with family and friends, preferably in a summer home outside of the city. It is a very old holiday, celebrating the summer solstice, dating back to Sweden's pagan past. But as long as you are aware of the holiday and what it entails, you should be fine. And there is still lots to see and do as most places geared for tourists tend to be open or partially open. And there are places where you can experience a traditional Midsummer. Here are some tips on what is open/closed, what to expect and where to celebrate:<br /><br /><b><u>Museums-</u></b><br /><br /><ul><li><a href="http://www.skansen.se/en/kategori/english" target="_blank">Skansen</a>- open every day, all weekend.</li><li><a href="http://www.vasamuseet.se/en/" target="_blank">Vasa Museum</a>- open every day, all weekend.</li><li><a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en/" target="_blank">Fotografiska</a> (photography)- open every day, all weekend.</li><li><a href="http://www.abbathemuseum.com/en" target="_blank">ABBA the Museum</a>- open every day, all weekend.</li><li><a href="https://www.royalpalaces.se/english/royal-palaces-and-sites/the-royal-palace.html" target="_blank">Royal Palace</a>- open every day, all weekend.</li><li><a href="https://www.royalpalaces.se/english/royal-palaces-and-sites/drottningholm-palace.html" target="_blank">Drottningholm Palace</a>- open every day, all weekend.</li><li><a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">National Museum</a>- closed on Friday and Saturday.</li><li><a href="http://www.modernamuseet.se/en/Stockholm/" target="_blank">Moderna</a> (modern art)- closed Friday, open Saturday & Sunday.</li><li><a href="https://nobelprizemuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Nobel Prize</a> (Alfred Nobel and the Nobel Prizes)- closed Friday, open Saturday & Sunday.</li><li><a href="http://www.nordiskamuseet.se/en" target="_blank">Nordiska</a> (nordic culture)- open every day, all weekend.</li><li><a href="http://www.historiska.se/home/" target="_blank">Historiska</a> (history)- closed Friday & Saturday, open Sunday.</li><li><a href="https://medeltidsmuseet.stockholm.se/in-english/" target="_blank">Medeltidsmuseet</a> (medieval)- closed Friday through Monday.</li><li><a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Spritmuseum</a> (drinkable spirits)- open all weekend, shorter hours.</li></ul><br />If you are travelling with children (or are young at heart) both the amusement park <a href="http://www.gronalund.com/en/" target="_blank">Gröna Lund</a> and <a href="http://www.junibacken.se/lang/english" target="_blank">Junibacken</a>, the home of Pippi Longstocking and her friends, are open all weekend.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf0jcav3gvWlSMK41tqU9klAiWF8zfxFX_uLFz4bd8eoBfbQJBbhuLUBlaXRIbuZAKNlfA9CWMynQw-SzRHw3Jv4jqdZWIT5kGqTq1EiMMhQ4GYuw8d-4Q6knRiHiahsbjqtcUrWCIHzk/s1600/pippi_1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf0jcav3gvWlSMK41tqU9klAiWF8zfxFX_uLFz4bd8eoBfbQJBbhuLUBlaXRIbuZAKNlfA9CWMynQw-SzRHw3Jv4jqdZWIT5kGqTq1EiMMhQ4GYuw8d-4Q6knRiHiahsbjqtcUrWCIHzk/s320/pippi_1.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Pippi Longstocking moves into <a href="https://www.junibacken.se/en/" target="_blank">Junibacken</a><br />Photo by Ulf Huett - Junibacken</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><b><u>Restaurants-</u></b></div><div><br /></div><div>Here is where you can get into a little trouble. Many restaurants are closed for the whole weekend, while others will be closed at least on Friday. Higher-end, Michelin star restaurants are almost all closed Friday through Monday. Most hotel restaurants are open to the general public (like the <a href="https://www.rival.se/en/bistro-bar-frukost-tavernan/bistro/" target="_blank">Rival Bistro</a>) all weekend. There are also some other restaurants that are open during Midsummer... your best luck will be with hotel restaurants, places in Gamla Stan. If you are staying at the <b><a href="http://www.rival.se/en" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>, contact us as soon as possible for help booking a table, as they will probably fill up and last minute reservations might be tough! </div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>Shopping-</u></b></div><div><br /></div><div>Also a little tough. Many smaller boutiques will be closed for the whole weekend. Even large shopping centers, like <a href="https://www.moodstockholm.se/" target="_blank">Mood</a> and <a href="http://www.sturegallerian.se/" target="_blank">Sturegallerian</a>, will close on both Friday and Saturday (Sturegallerian is closed on Sunday as well). The two largest department stores, <a href="https://www.nk.se/stockholm/in-english/" target="_blank">NK</a> and <a href="http://www.ahlens.se/kontakt-kundservice/in-english/" target="_blank">Åhlens City</a>, will close early on Friday (NK at 2pm and Åhlens at 4pm) and stay closed on Saturday. The <a href="https://www.mallofscandinavia.se/" target="_blank">Mall of Scandinavia</a> will close early on Friday at 4pm and be mostly open on Saturday. Officially, it is only Saturday which is a bank holiday... but Friday is about as close as you can come "unofficially", so expect many pharmacies, banks and liquor stores to be closed that day as well.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>Sightseeing-</u></b></div><div><br /></div><div>Large sightseeing companies like <a href="http://www.stromma.se/en/Stockholm/Sightseeing/" target="_blank">Strömma</a> run as normal with bus, boat and combination tours available all weekend. Smaller, independant sightseeing companies may be closed. If you are planning on visiting the archipelago this weekend, expect long lines at the ferries with people heading to and from their summer homes for the holiday, especially going out on Friday and coming back on Sunday. Public transportation runs as normal, though on a more limited "holiday" schedule, all weekend.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZAnMc-ulLX8X8Drw230N93pbhMVT9St0DMZmy0EPeXPQWb6hmV8Q25lopwHFjc0xJHsTjpf5u47sO_YddUAhkGeFw6RpJ83YJcaNkJY1xSy0RfF0f_cYfhSDoiEO93SPxjHakHlmLMdw/s1600/clive_tompsett-midsummer-5488.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZAnMc-ulLX8X8Drw230N93pbhMVT9St0DMZmy0EPeXPQWb6hmV8Q25lopwHFjc0xJHsTjpf5u47sO_YddUAhkGeFw6RpJ83YJcaNkJY1xSy0RfF0f_cYfhSDoiEO93SPxjHakHlmLMdw/s320/clive_tompsett-midsummer-5488.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Midsummer<br />Photo by Clive Tompsett/imagebank.sweden.se</td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><br /></div><div><u><b>Experience Midsummer-</b></u></div><div><br /></div><div>After all of this negativity, you may be wondering "but where do we experience the Midsummer celebrations?". Well, the best place to see how Swedes traditionally celebrate this holiday is at <b><a href="http://www.skansen.se/en/" target="_blank">Skansen</a></b>. Raising of the maypole, dancing the little frog dance, etc. Check <a href="http://www.skansen.se/en/calendar" target="_blank">their calendar</a> for a program of what is going on all weekend long! You can also check <a href="https://youtu.be/u8ZLpGOOA1Q" target="_blank">this funny video</a> to get a crash course in how to celebrate like a Swede, While many Swedes do leave the city, the few that are left will celebrate with picnics and games in the different parks throughout the city. So, when in doubt, just head outdoors to celebrate. If you are staying at the <b><a href="http://www.rival.se/en" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> and need further information... contact us directly at the hotel!<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpK5qHZp9O7R1Q3_ssr6AFy_TW3VXKH8OkC3qlQnHRHOuy0ESPg5ypg95z313a5Ti2dIfcRU2AYW6AB6h7fEk1W2TbGBdRwsp0dmVITd2Y69K2xGL_lgSmpzL9TMOQSSNAFEpxN1ujzNo/s1600/midnightsun.PNG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="787" data-original-width="1400" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpK5qHZp9O7R1Q3_ssr6AFy_TW3VXKH8OkC3qlQnHRHOuy0ESPg5ypg95z313a5Ti2dIfcRU2AYW6AB6h7fEk1W2TbGBdRwsp0dmVITd2Y69K2xGL_lgSmpzL9TMOQSSNAFEpxN1ujzNo/s320/midnightsun.PNG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Midnight sun... </td></tr></tbody></table></div></div>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-18705320558631241312022-05-14T10:06:00.001+02:002022-05-14T10:58:35.781+02:00Summer Art Exhibitions 2022<p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCUBNucE_Gi4KypsIZxeDhBE9gVCr_Xfcg2vIF6BBxYDLNVMIz1p7OoJ8ncyoRD13NAk7QtMyAFF3weRR51eQPHAAwK0jY2lToc-Q2salgvtGXaW4PyhZ5PNoo2nRbmcz_3vZ5yROgoEGgf7cG_xxNwAvWhy8jfgv7R0ORny-2oKAQrXIpyvx6_dH8/s640/arti6c.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCUBNucE_Gi4KypsIZxeDhBE9gVCr_Xfcg2vIF6BBxYDLNVMIz1p7OoJ8ncyoRD13NAk7QtMyAFF3weRR51eQPHAAwK0jY2lToc-Q2salgvtGXaW4PyhZ5PNoo2nRbmcz_3vZ5yROgoEGgf7cG_xxNwAvWhy8jfgv7R0ORny-2oKAQrXIpyvx6_dH8/s320/arti6c.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sculpture in Nature at <a href="https://artipelag.se/en/" target="_blank">Artipelag</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br />Stockholm has many great art museums, both big and small. If you are coming to Stockholm this summer, here is a list of the main art museums and what they will be showing. If art isn't your cup of tea, then there are many wonderful <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2014/02/museums-in-stockholm-focusing-on-history.html" target="_blank">museums focusing on history</a> that shouldn't be missed as well!<p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en" target="_blank">Fotografiska</a> (photography)- several great summer exhibitions including <a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en/utstallningar/the-new-black-vanguard/" target="_blank">The New Black Vanguard</a> (until Oct 2nd), <a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en/utstallningar/somewhere-ethereal/" target="_blank">Somewhere Ethereal</a> (until Aug 21st) and <a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en/utstallningar/andy-warhol/" target="_blank">Andy Warhol Photo Factory</a> (until Aug 21st).</li><li><a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">National Museum</a> (classic art & design)- Besides their wonderful <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/utst%C3%A4llningar/tidslinjen" target="_blank">permanent collection</a> which always has free admission, they have several temporary exhibitions this summer, like <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/utst%C3%A4llningar/h%C3%A4rligt-att-vara-skulpt%C3%B6r" target="_blank">What a Joy to be a Sculptor</a> (until Sep 11th) and <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/utst%C3%A4llningar/swedish-grace" target="_blank">Swedish Grace</a> (until Aug 28th). <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNBwWo59S9yblqWgktiQcYS-qy1_OrXarHw0IOdgeCzCgwuj8_cTMEepbmLSlWaKZpMBpRdFYyDvTBkPlfjoVeAw6wUIpq9OjV8QecaxZn6MfTBkQczUH8K92yBX8X5QSUb_SzK1eirzjXLu-TTyv6JH8WSIAEwfKvZ74fvXSDTIUvJO_t7XUc-hg8/s875/som1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="584" data-original-width="875" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNBwWo59S9yblqWgktiQcYS-qy1_OrXarHw0IOdgeCzCgwuj8_cTMEepbmLSlWaKZpMBpRdFYyDvTBkPlfjoVeAw6wUIpq9OjV8QecaxZn6MfTBkQczUH8K92yBX8X5QSUb_SzK1eirzjXLu-TTyv6JH8WSIAEwfKvZ74fvXSDTIUvJO_t7XUc-hg8/s320/som1.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">What a Joy to be a Sculptor at <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/" target="_blank">Nationalmuseum</a><br />Photo by Anna Danielsson/Nationalmuseum</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li><a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/" target="_blank">Modernamuseet</a> (modern art)- like the National Museum, their permanent collection always has free admission. Their temporary exhibitions this summer include <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/svenska-forvarv-tandstickor/" target="_blank">Swedish Acquisitions</a> (until Aug 14th), <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/bjorn-lovin/" target="_blank">Björn Lövin</a> (until Sep 18th) and the upcoming <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/jeppe-hein/" target="_blank">Jeppe Heim</a> (May 21st to Aug 28th). </li><li><a href="https://arkdes.se/en/" target="_blank">ArkDes</a> (architecture & design)- they have an ongoing exhibition about the architect Sigurd Lewerentz (until Aug 28th) as well as an upcoming summer exhibition called <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/utstallning/utomhusverket-josefin-zachrisson-mira-bergh/" target="_blank">Utomhusverket 2022</a> (June 4th to Sep 18th). </li><li><a href="https://artipelag.se/en/" target="_blank">Artipelag</a> (art in archipelago setting)- besides their permanent <a href="https://artipelag.se/en/at-artipelag/sculpture-in-nature/" target="_blank">Sculpture in Nature</a> exhibit, they will be celebrating their 10th anniversary with a large indoor summer exhibition with the work of <a href="https://artipelag.se/en/at-artipelag/anselm-kiefer-essence-eksistence/" target="_blank">Anselm Kiefer</a> (June 4th to Jan 8th, 2023). </li><li><a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/" target="_blank">Thielska Galleriet</a> (Scandinavian fine art)- they have <a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/the-collection/" target="_blank">a wonderful collection</a> of Scandinavian masters (like Zorn, Larsson, Jansson, Munch and more) as well as the ongoing exhibition <a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/utstallning/19111/#more-19111" target="_blank">A Home</a> (until Aug 21st) and the upcoming exhibition on <a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/utstallningar/httpswww-thielskagalleriet-seenutstallningarcurrent-exhibitions/" target="_blank">the painter Akke Kumlien</a> (June 11th to Nov 6th).<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieOZLY2HxEdqPRn2QkaewY0Ps_nL2n17WEUnTYTYNZEzNYU0asbhZFQQLjnOf0kbJJEJmVRpCGurbumakqL39RO9E-_Du6nxCdOjJN-EmsXxGSxpkodLTzG0KqEij2VsLPmt2oCWYEpUl1KzRh_2XDkUhPf9UlPYt0kUji1hY6iC8CtTvqBfL0wfIl/s640/thiel2b.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieOZLY2HxEdqPRn2QkaewY0Ps_nL2n17WEUnTYTYNZEzNYU0asbhZFQQLjnOf0kbJJEJmVRpCGurbumakqL39RO9E-_Du6nxCdOjJN-EmsXxGSxpkodLTzG0KqEij2VsLPmt2oCWYEpUl1KzRh_2XDkUhPf9UlPYt0kUji1hY6iC8CtTvqBfL0wfIl/s320/thiel2b.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Part of the collection at <a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/" target="_blank">Thielska Galleriet</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li><a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/" target="_blank">Prins Eugen Waldemarsudde</a> (Scandinavian fine art)- also a museum with a great <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/about-waldemarsudde/prince-eugens-art-collection-2/" target="_blank">permanent collection</a> as well as sculpture garden. Their temporary exhibitions include <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/exhibitions/hugo-alfven-konst-och-musik-2/" target="_blank">Hugo Alfvén</a> (until Oct 16th), <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/exhibitions/ann-wolff/" target="_blank">Ann Wolff</a> (until Oct 2nd) and <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/exhibitions/light-over-sea-and-land-the-onningeby-colony-on-aland/" target="_blank">Light Over Sea and Land</a> (May 14th to March 2023).</li><li><a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/" target="_blank">Liljevalchs</a> (contemporary art)- newly renovated and expanded... several great exhibitions this summer, including <a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/kalender/iakttagelser-elva-svenska-smyckeskonstnarer/" target="_blank">Observations</a> (until Sep 4th), <a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/kalender/varsalongen-100-ar/" target="_blank">Spring Salon 100 Years</a> (until Aug 21st) and <a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/kalender/julia-peirone/" target="_blank">Julia Peirone</a> (June 3rd to Sep 4th).</li><li><a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/" target="_blank">Bonniers Konsthall</a> (contemporary art)- <a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/utstallning/hrair-sarkissian-the-other-side-of-silence/" target="_blank">Hrair Sarkissian</a> is being shown until June 19th. Their summer exhibitions have not been announced as I write this. But keep an eye on <a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/" target="_blank">their website</a> to see what they have planned this summer.</li><li><a href="https://www.sven-harrys.se/en" target="_blank">Sven-Harrys Konstmuseum</a> (mixed art)- their summer exhibition is <a href="https://www.sven-harrys.se/en/utforska/just-nu-i-konsthallen/" target="_blank">Humanitet</a> (until Sep 11th). Don't miss a visit to the replica of <a href="https://www.sven-harrys.se/en/hemmet/om1/" target="_blank">Sven-Harry's home</a> (with art collection) on the roof as well as <a href="https://www.sven-harrys.se/en/takterrassen/" target="_blank">rooftop terrace</a> when you are there. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCld4QbDcGifaxYrCNcvpX1-_vbJouYBuDQE7xooMgjjMWWmCL4L2ghOz8EAj86w69WSUhiMr-IeDq2lHR0d-J9S3EeTD_1XiOEZ3qZIL0jsk4grluLCmJlRI9_5DiI_3siZP0eBo96MDCTlLuf0TYFSB729S7GIG7tXS4P8SjcduYa9KFBs1pGaph/s780/affischbildenalvarez.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="780" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCld4QbDcGifaxYrCNcvpX1-_vbJouYBuDQE7xooMgjjMWWmCL4L2ghOz8EAj86w69WSUhiMr-IeDq2lHR0d-J9S3EeTD_1XiOEZ3qZIL0jsk4grluLCmJlRI9_5DiI_3siZP0eBo96MDCTlLuf0TYFSB729S7GIG7tXS4P8SjcduYa9KFBs1pGaph/s320/affischbildenalvarez.jpg" width="205" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Anton Alvarez at Millesgården<br />Photo by Carl Kleiner @Studio Kleiner</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li><a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/home.aspx" target="_blank">Millesgården</a> (sculpture & mixed art)- the main reason people visit Millesgården (at least the first time) is to visit the lovely <a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/sculpture-park" target="_blank">sculpture gardens</a> featuring the work of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Milles" target="_blank">Carl Milles</a>. But they also have an indoor venue and this summer they will be exhibiting the art of both <a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/current-exhibitions" target="_blank">Madame d'Ora</a> (until Sep 4th) and <a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/current-exhibitions" target="_blank">Anton Alvarez</a> (May 21st to Sep 25th). </li><li><a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Spritmuseum</a> (spirits/adult beverages)- Their current art exhibition is <a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/utstallning/pierre-et-gilles-troubled-waters/" target="_blank">Pierre et Gilles - Troubled Waters</a> (until Sep 8th). <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2022/02/pierre-et-gilles-exhibition-at-museum.html" target="_blank">Click here</a> to read about my recent visit. </li></ul><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7zulFi_o_9t81irRZ1jkTWYN_xN574QjTWTCCok4YoAHX8pjp4vsgIJpsXI6Qgay2SaGWEs7KgPuOqBQghMmxQg1k_CoDZJievWXmY7fOO7_9RKMOTsldwMOcvhSSpcVsWFEVz3-XnVJU-AGR_8L_JEedPn8mD6Fkh06J9C1eRyGfjD-tR4g3vprQ/s993/Pierre_et_Gilles_Troubled_Waters_photographer_by_Jonas_Lindstro%CC%88m.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="745" data-original-width="993" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7zulFi_o_9t81irRZ1jkTWYN_xN574QjTWTCCok4YoAHX8pjp4vsgIJpsXI6Qgay2SaGWEs7KgPuOqBQghMmxQg1k_CoDZJievWXmY7fOO7_9RKMOTsldwMOcvhSSpcVsWFEVz3-XnVJU-AGR_8L_JEedPn8mD6Fkh06J9C1eRyGfjD-tR4g3vprQ/s320/Pierre_et_Gilles_Troubled_Waters_photographer_by_Jonas_Lindstro%CC%88m.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pierre et Gilles - Troubled Waters at <a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Spritmuseum</a><br />Photo by Jonas Lindström</td></tr></tbody></table><br />These are the top art museums in the city, but there are many other smaller art museums and galleries in Stockholm... like at <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/08/stockholm-gallery-district.html" target="_blank">the gallery district</a>. Otherwise, if you are staying at the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>, stop by and ask us for more options and recommendations. </div><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-46221156856907854792022-04-27T18:09:00.002+02:002022-04-27T18:09:19.498+02:00Cherry Blossoms at Kungsträdgården<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_pRKw4jS7a0IGt-_qC_90sH5I0GVGpy41UFeb_lLD6Eo80l0gQ3oQtrJjl4tFDS7XOiPDSUC7bepN9YJIg6SfqMf4ny4im_8g12zpmRSWM3XVo3aFfYSbBa_xuHNVFRM-RB3s5QL3ecTxXcfpykP3g7S1_YNpN1wl7OtLwzNLahBBkc3_AzkI3_gx/s640/cher1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_pRKw4jS7a0IGt-_qC_90sH5I0GVGpy41UFeb_lLD6Eo80l0gQ3oQtrJjl4tFDS7XOiPDSUC7bepN9YJIg6SfqMf4ny4im_8g12zpmRSWM3XVo3aFfYSbBa_xuHNVFRM-RB3s5QL3ecTxXcfpykP3g7S1_YNpN1wl7OtLwzNLahBBkc3_AzkI3_gx/s320/cher1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />One of the surest signs of spring in Stockholm (and other cities, for that matter) is when the cherry blossoms bloom... turning trees a beautiful bright pink. In <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2018/10/kungstradgarden.html" target="_blank">the park Kungsträdgården</a>, in downtown Stockholm, there are two cherry tree lined walkways on either side of a sunken square. Given <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Kungstr%C3%A4dg%C3%A5rden/@59.3311291,18.0715979,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x1df0a2acc2aa00fc!8m2!3d59.3311291!4d18.0715979" target="_blank">its central location</a> and sheer number of cherry trees, this is a popular place for locals and visitors alike to come and photograph themselves under the pink trees. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrEbgRVFKlIDiHRoRKBhPbW9oTPPyoKRGk3v2N227qykYqkEzM1Usd1ZCtwVF86AOa43wx9gnaDed7k8Ps3MOXzLUBSEsH2H8OaSTvnQQg10GltNy6rhCMyyZJlXHkHVapzUYMMCHypf4oRCPjbrpUo_GVD0TcMeRrUBwRzqblh1NPHeDdCO2qajtj/s640/cher4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrEbgRVFKlIDiHRoRKBhPbW9oTPPyoKRGk3v2N227qykYqkEzM1Usd1ZCtwVF86AOa43wx9gnaDed7k8Ps3MOXzLUBSEsH2H8OaSTvnQQg10GltNy6rhCMyyZJlXHkHVapzUYMMCHypf4oRCPjbrpUo_GVD0TcMeRrUBwRzqblh1NPHeDdCO2qajtj/s320/cher4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>For a few weeks, each spring, my social media feeds are filled with pictures posted by my friends of themselves under the trees. So I, of course, had to head down to partake of this tradition. Pure peer pressure! Unfortunately, the blossoms only last a few weeks so there isn't much time left to witness this grand spectacle. But, if you are in the city this week... there still is time! If not, you can just enjoy my pictures here.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigwcr_zDEQKQ9jGNdohntam-seRccJJf8dP2GzINaRhs8BUolyKRuB3Vgn5zjPsPTCFu7cxKwB99G-yiVllY2yrJ15bVuedNwhWLHh-umQAfmYsD3vmwtfLU_eRwCpytdLpdhmcRDFS26Jt5DIBwUE_Wlpyrvzm6OzC6fkiw5OtbEjwbm3rWO6ESzh/s640/cher2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigwcr_zDEQKQ9jGNdohntam-seRccJJf8dP2GzINaRhs8BUolyKRuB3Vgn5zjPsPTCFu7cxKwB99G-yiVllY2yrJ15bVuedNwhWLHh-umQAfmYsD3vmwtfLU_eRwCpytdLpdhmcRDFS26Jt5DIBwUE_Wlpyrvzm6OzC6fkiw5OtbEjwbm3rWO6ESzh/s320/cher2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Jk4L96ywaETCq7YDto7YJaaa39Y36U6Bxf1VXUo9n5BpB7W_9tsUziQlwRh5F934Fzx8Mg1kgXWNiIMGl7tYZivM3NbVMROuztTLc_jnqbvywKbzlP5-9TkZiXqvbWpni8uUKVJC0PiVsbDqGhkayBc6-1-9_eW6gUM0hAFMw6mVBka4wHmEQpG7/s640/cher3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Jk4L96ywaETCq7YDto7YJaaa39Y36U6Bxf1VXUo9n5BpB7W_9tsUziQlwRh5F934Fzx8Mg1kgXWNiIMGl7tYZivM3NbVMROuztTLc_jnqbvywKbzlP5-9TkZiXqvbWpni8uUKVJC0PiVsbDqGhkayBc6-1-9_eW6gUM0hAFMw6mVBka4wHmEQpG7/s320/cher3.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-80859476543944488532022-04-15T13:00:00.005+02:002022-04-15T13:00:00.216+02:00Sightseeing Tours Start for the Season!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhfitF8FbwlRfMfuINTTZCWBrAQHM3PC6Pm-d0u7eAHsaNml9mxc7_4UJP1cVM2aY1TqYOncwZwlA9w4OrlAJM7TjV7uptc1zED9gFC0UaNub7Sq_te196SF-IjHQTbRKvQd1spPSljKUte3dbWJsZLt8-NWl26ookA6tTuhAcuXUCUBoBYGET6RY2/s640/sight3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhfitF8FbwlRfMfuINTTZCWBrAQHM3PC6Pm-d0u7eAHsaNml9mxc7_4UJP1cVM2aY1TqYOncwZwlA9w4OrlAJM7TjV7uptc1zED9gFC0UaNub7Sq_te196SF-IjHQTbRKvQd1spPSljKUte3dbWJsZLt8-NWl26ookA6tTuhAcuXUCUBoBYGET6RY2/s320/sight3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />This Easter weekend marks a soft start of the tourist season for Stockholm. Not the beginning of the busy, high season (which doesn't start until the summer months), but it does mean that several of the main sightseeing tours from the <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/" target="_blank">Strömma company</a> start running again after a winter break. Generally, these tours will start out with a couple of departures during the weekdays with more on the weekends and holidays. During the summer high season they will have multiple departures daily. Here are the tours starting up again in April:<p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/sightseeing/sightseeing-by-boat/royal-canal-tour/" target="_blank">Royal Canal Boat Tour</a>- this tour is 50 minutes long and takes you through Stockholm harbor and around the island of Djurgården, where many of the main Stockholm attractions are located. It is guided, through headphones, in multiple languages. This tour is a good introduction to the city and is especially good if you are just here for a short visit and don't have time for a longer tour.</li><li><a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/sightseeing/sightseeing-by-boat/under-the-bridges-of-stockholm/" target="_blank">Under the Bridges Boat Tour</a>- this more comprehensive tour is 2½ hours long and takes through both the harbor and around Södermalm island to Lake Mälaren and back, letting you experience both the historical and new parts of the city. It is guided, through headphones, in multiple languages. They have, unfortunately, had to reroute this tour in recent years due to <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2019/08/slussen-what-on-earth-is-happening-there.html" target="_blank">the ongoing construction at Slussen</a>. This makes the tour, in my opinion, a little repetitive at times as they have to travel the same route back and forth. But it is always great to be out on the water and the information itself isn't repetitive. </li><li><a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/sightseeing/sightseeing-by-boat/archipelago-tour-with-guide/" target="_blank">Archipelago Boat Tour with Guide</a>- (actually runs for most of the year) this nearly 3 hour long tour is a good introduction to the vast and beautiful Stockholm archipelago. It is guided in person in English and Swedish. It gives you a taste of the archipelago and is a good option if you don't have a full day free in order to properly explore the islands. You also have the option of eating lunch onboard or getting snacks at the cafeteria. </li><li><a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/sightseeing/sightseeing-by-bus/hop-on-hop-off/" target="_blank">Hop On/Hop Off Bus Tour</a>- this bus tour takes you around central Stockholm, making stops at most of the main attractions. It is guided as well, through headphones, in multiple languages. The closest stop to <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> is at nearby Slussen (5-10 minute walk). This is a good option if you want to combine a guided tour with visiting attractions. Both 24 and 72 hour tickets are available. If you were to stay on the bus for the whole route, it would take about 1½ hours. Just keep in mind that the bus does stop every 10 minutes or so to pick up and drop off passengers. </li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4zsORE3GOF7qRb1YwfwRvOHVKLHAWIO8LYs5EzDb9MrlXz5M8iNb7aKHYxE5GFtt_WfIcssKbR9iLNYx3iesyRgKul2aGlmfArhhMRhiRaRteOQqjfuhD1uVyvveG5LUH5QgN2dxcTcYyZEfpowg9p7D0bpcl8chVGx-goQTSvztl8zlA8clJIzV/s640/sight2.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4zsORE3GOF7qRb1YwfwRvOHVKLHAWIO8LYs5EzDb9MrlXz5M8iNb7aKHYxE5GFtt_WfIcssKbR9iLNYx3iesyRgKul2aGlmfArhhMRhiRaRteOQqjfuhD1uVyvveG5LUH5QgN2dxcTcYyZEfpowg9p7D0bpcl8chVGx-goQTSvztl8zlA8clJIzV/s320/sight2.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />These are the just main public tours offered by <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/" target="_blank">Strömma</a>. Besides sightseeing tours, Strömma will also be offering <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/day-trips/" target="_blank">day excursions</a>, <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/excursions/the-archipelago-on-your-own/" target="_blank">archipelago transportation</a> and <a href="https://www.stromma.com/en-se/stockholm/dining-cruises/" target="_blank">lunch/dinner cruises</a> during the high season. There are a few smaller sightseeing companies which offer tours as well, both public and private. They also offer tours with more specific interests, off the beaten path experiences and other activities. <a href="https://www.ourwaytours.com/locations/stockholm/" target="_blank">OURWAY Tours</a> and <a href="https://www.stockholmadventures.com/" target="_blank">Stockholm Adventures </a>are two of my favorites. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLN4oZq52ooWgjmiQMS8KnODL4LPQ1_78LQBNE3fhaRrKtpaKOy-9rpciOm7Edr2tztraACcdSR6kDgoVisiNs-CApn5oIQrVc7d4nLW7q7srDd5Hu3tKgb_EdWOuR5uAMDc5pIylHeIuMGHCSMw5xv0pNYDEtnaM2p2ElTp4ePkzBmEWrSeJkPaIY/s640/sight1.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLN4oZq52ooWgjmiQMS8KnODL4LPQ1_78LQBNE3fhaRrKtpaKOy-9rpciOm7Edr2tztraACcdSR6kDgoVisiNs-CApn5oIQrVc7d4nLW7q7srDd5Hu3tKgb_EdWOuR5uAMDc5pIylHeIuMGHCSMw5xv0pNYDEtnaM2p2ElTp4ePkzBmEWrSeJkPaIY/s320/sight1.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-76161341152573013782022-04-12T13:54:00.001+02:002022-04-12T14:36:24.639+02:00Ramen at Restaurant Tengu<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn-p-PnB5-BUqYUAX3uT1C8e48YJEKQWCKtyTUQ2levaK04DJ8PbpF9SZORtx7ykrM1vADT4hBonB88WZKdKT9CXWT2RkURR4n2GkDwMkgWm_us6KHa_ZdJyf0ur6ZarBBYv6rcvS9FmueGqSwjIKYNpKdMW1SqxzAIZag4rJngS83PKqdTQ4O1dVr/s640/ten6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn-p-PnB5-BUqYUAX3uT1C8e48YJEKQWCKtyTUQ2levaK04DJ8PbpF9SZORtx7ykrM1vADT4hBonB88WZKdKT9CXWT2RkURR4n2GkDwMkgWm_us6KHa_ZdJyf0ur6ZarBBYv6rcvS9FmueGqSwjIKYNpKdMW1SqxzAIZag4rJngS83PKqdTQ4O1dVr/s320/ten6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />I had dinner yesterday evening with friends at a relatively new restaurant called <a href="https://tengu.se/" target="_blank">TenGu</a>. This is a restaurant that specializes in the Japanese <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramen#Instant_ramen" target="_blank">Ramen</a> dish (a type of noodle soup with different flavors and toppings). If your only experience with Ramen is the freeze-dried instant noodles, popular with poor college students, then you should really expand your horizons and try authentic Ramen! I grew up in Hawaii, where Ramen has been popular for ages, and this is definitely a delicious, Japanese comfort food well worth a try.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb1ywKv4c8VyWt4FfFi1S6VLCgA_1mZ9cIrVhgpYFy-FjpmwdvYzQObotnNKTo4i9r8PQRoejC3EHmy_9Uh20swMfck4AQuTxc_gtquM8u5UDWPvy61DgTa4vRdCIhbisqq1fF-uqhV3x0aBVG8jnFq77mShqSJUnDvp-0Vs5b8zMxWt3AGcdu-PlB/s640/ten1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb1ywKv4c8VyWt4FfFi1S6VLCgA_1mZ9cIrVhgpYFy-FjpmwdvYzQObotnNKTo4i9r8PQRoejC3EHmy_9Uh20swMfck4AQuTxc_gtquM8u5UDWPvy61DgTa4vRdCIhbisqq1fF-uqhV3x0aBVG8jnFq77mShqSJUnDvp-0Vs5b8zMxWt3AGcdu-PlB/s320/ten1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>TenGu, whose name comes from a supernatural being in Japanese folklore, is run by the same group that has several other popular eateries in Stockholm, like <a href="http://babette.se/" target="_blank">Babette</a> and <a href="http://cafenizza.se/" target="_blank">Café Nizza</a>, so it feels like you are in good hands. The restaurant has an industrial feel inside with high ceilings, exposed pipework and stone. It is actually housed within the former Stockholm School of Architecture, which is now <a href="https://ahouse.se/ark/" target="_blank">A-House Ark</a>, an event/office/workspace venue. You will also find two other culinary hotspots in the same building: <a href="https://omaka.beer/" target="_blank">Omaka</a> and <a href="https://www.mrcake.se/" target="_blank">Mr Cake</a>. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW-Ot52uSY06LlNL17fp1UVAL3M-Ei3UmQUFYNmaf-wwMvkaYI0z74uxK0-0LSqPPwCgEjePj5dnBxuSvYa4aPK9u0cbqx2wx89UyDcBlGiZ8lvKXEfzvFhFazzhqtA2ZtTQZSFaHMWhTcb2kfW2-XB0I09RtxpbCs_SQSroegVox9IBtbcA3uDYO1/s640/ten5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW-Ot52uSY06LlNL17fp1UVAL3M-Ei3UmQUFYNmaf-wwMvkaYI0z74uxK0-0LSqPPwCgEjePj5dnBxuSvYa4aPK9u0cbqx2wx89UyDcBlGiZ8lvKXEfzvFhFazzhqtA2ZtTQZSFaHMWhTcb2kfW2-XB0I09RtxpbCs_SQSroegVox9IBtbcA3uDYO1/s320/ten5.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>You could say that the menu is divided in two. On one side you have snacks and smaller dishes, which are all perfect as sharing dishes for the table... which is what my friends and I did. These dishes aren't strictly Japanese but more Japanese inspired using seasonal produce. The three of us shared the pointed cabbage with sesame miso, bbq rooster wings and flank steak skewers. Very good!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4qKUEBAzEDPwbt3SrWVcmOMuH6ersw4R1tKu5oEftYBbOEZFEWQw7j0b6mfTGKCdvzR4xZp0uiFmX9f6x4noglmXqods8-3sQpsIPbic4ZhN6qWPHylJnXd5iEmNr3aPaQJF-oCBNtWJjdv7S3-mGkXqXfh4D8KaE1hl5tPDkGpSO1yFFFfR9uTJL/s640/ten2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4qKUEBAzEDPwbt3SrWVcmOMuH6ersw4R1tKu5oEftYBbOEZFEWQw7j0b6mfTGKCdvzR4xZp0uiFmX9f6x4noglmXqods8-3sQpsIPbic4ZhN6qWPHylJnXd5iEmNr3aPaQJF-oCBNtWJjdv7S3-mGkXqXfh4D8KaE1hl5tPDkGpSO1yFFFfR9uTJL/s320/ten2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>On the other side of the menu is the ramen. They currently have four varieties... one of them being a vegetarian miso. Each of ramen can be ordered either in a smaller starter size or a larger main course size. I ordered a large, spicy Tan Tan Men. Really good and with just the right amount of kick to it. The open kitchen takes up the central part of the restaurant, with a food bar around it. I would like to stop by sometime and just sit at the bar in order to watch the chefs make the ramen. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDTsE0qprgii3aLzFnCfX77J0A1PXay5VIk_rzp36ZkTACQ88_cPrAb-nV3SvujmcUOj0VHDcy69SMKkJ-SkrdAPEIpo8CcU4sBy3lV5x2sK3B_CruBE8wvb3af16qFO_-CBWdHh5TjhWPX7lBPmo5_nsl9Drfc4QSOYCPlMzzWMVvxsXfnlaptZhF/s640/ten4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDTsE0qprgii3aLzFnCfX77J0A1PXay5VIk_rzp36ZkTACQ88_cPrAb-nV3SvujmcUOj0VHDcy69SMKkJ-SkrdAPEIpo8CcU4sBy3lV5x2sK3B_CruBE8wvb3af16qFO_-CBWdHh5TjhWPX7lBPmo5_nsl9Drfc4QSOYCPlMzzWMVvxsXfnlaptZhF/s320/ten4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Tengu/@59.3434308,18.0694982,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x3b1a30b2ba759464!8m2!3d59.3434308!4d18.0694982" target="_blank">The restaurant is located</a> in the northern part of central Stockholm, near the church <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engelbrekt_Church" target="_blank">Engelbrektskyrkan</a>. The easiest way to get to TenGu from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> is by subway, red line in the direction of Mörby Centrum, to the station Tekniska Högskolan. From there it is just a 5-10 minute walk to the restaurant. If you are elsewhere in the city, you can also take the green line to the station Rådmansgatan. From there it is a 10-15 minute walk. </p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-2192682261090469082022-04-05T15:30:00.002+02:002022-04-06T11:19:10.676+02:00Easter in Stockholm 2022<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE-0wzufHAkhns80Moe_4lWiXXuDRQzYa0Pg_g1G0JOPtWMEMjF_MR4GNx2m007S9ULUrlmIfmJnhby5-Il3Q1MoxVlSzJt4crMZTguCGUTIK_580NcJ9a0E3FHzyWBTLdXJLZJQLidm4/s1600/pask2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE-0wzufHAkhns80Moe_4lWiXXuDRQzYa0Pg_g1G0JOPtWMEMjF_MR4GNx2m007S9ULUrlmIfmJnhby5-Il3Q1MoxVlSzJt4crMZTguCGUTIK_580NcJ9a0E3FHzyWBTLdXJLZJQLidm4/s1600/pask2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Easter Lunch!<br />Photo by Marie Andersson/Skansen</td></tr></tbody></table>After two years of little or no Easter celebrations, it is nice that we can celebrate it again. If you are visiting Stockholm during the holiday weekend, here is some useful information on how we celebrate the holiday. To start off with... the Swedish word for Easter is <i>Påsk </i>(good to know when visiting the city on Easter weekend)<i>.</i> While Sweden is one of the least religious countries in the world, it has loads of bank holidays that are religious in origin. On Easter weekend (April 15th to 18th this year) we have two bank holidays, besides the obvious Easter Sunday, or <i>Påskdagen</i>: Good Friday (<i>Långfredag</i>) and Easter Monday (<i>Annandag Påsk</i>). Even Maundy/Holy Thursday (<i>Skärtorsdag</i>) is somewhat special as many office workers take a half day off ahead of their 4 day holiday. Once upon a time this meant that the city came to a standstill for 4 days... but these days it isn't that bad. Banks, liquor stores, cafés and smaller shops will be closed or have changed opening hours. Many restaurants, most larger department stores and shopping centers will be open as normal. Though perhaps with shortened opening hours. The <b>Hotel Rival's <a href="https://www.rival.se/en/bistro-bar-frukost-tavernan/bistro/" target="_blank">Bistro</a> </b>and<b> <a href="https://www.rival.se/bistro-bar-frukost-tavernan/watsons-bar/" target="_blank">Watson's Bar</a></b> are all open all weekend long! <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivPWEVvdcu4mECOxs84Y2AkxQtYsUNn-EzqGVbGg0wrRHDbtlI1DUQRObuiJq3sd0ojG6LlRtUl616fV7XAITIt5dy2Eg6X6kh3Bp-SJWh8M3N2fZA4wK69k6fCx39PunnVNdmFvR20V8/s1600/pask1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivPWEVvdcu4mECOxs84Y2AkxQtYsUNn-EzqGVbGg0wrRHDbtlI1DUQRObuiJq3sd0ojG6LlRtUl616fV7XAITIt5dy2Eg6X6kh3Bp-SJWh8M3N2fZA4wK69k6fCx39PunnVNdmFvR20V8/s1600/pask1.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Children dressed up as Easter witches (påskkärringar)<br />Photo by Marie Andersson/Skansen</td></tr></tbody></table>As for the museums, the big ones, like <a href="http://www.vasamuseet.se/en/" target="_blank">Vasa</a>, <a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en/" target="_blank">Fotografiska</a>, <a href="http://www.abbathemuseum.com/en/" target="_blank">ABBA</a>, <a href="https://www.skansen.se/en/" target="_blank">Skansen</a>, <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">National</a>, <a href="https://www.kungligaslotten.se/english/royal-palaces-and-sites/the-royal-palace.html" target="_blank">Royal Palace</a> and <a href="http://www.modernamuseet.se/en/Stockholm/" target="_blank">Moderna</a>, are open as normal (though keep in mind that Moderna and National are closed on Mondays). The <a href="http://historiska.se/home/" target="_blank">History Museum</a> (<i>Historiska</i>) will be closed on both Friday, Saturday and Monday. Monday is a day in Sweden when many museums are generally closed, however some of these museums are staying open on Monday, April 18th, as it is a holiday. They include the <a href="https://medeltidsmuseet.stockholm.se/in-english/" target="_blank">Medieval</a>, <a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/home" target="_blank">Millesgården</a> and <a href="http://www.nrm.se/english.16_en.html" target="_blank">Natural History</a>. Keep in mind that I haven't checked ALL the museums in Stockholm... just the top 10 or so of the 85 museums in the city. Talk to me directly, if you are staying at the <b><a href="http://www.rival.se/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>, or check the individual websites if you are interested in other, smaller museums. Sightseeing tours operate as normal!<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip6MAn1dorzxRKlsOZF3KGUM2Jwzj9HNqdgkF9HHydnm6lmDaQyLn1e4Olnkig295xPpTni0SDbgf1WdU_Mb8Plo2HUOqoZmtcctQUmoYgTWzpwXYH1ORrgy77FfhtgC7krOuSdgeYu5w/s1600/Skansen.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip6MAn1dorzxRKlsOZF3KGUM2Jwzj9HNqdgkF9HHydnm6lmDaQyLn1e4Olnkig295xPpTni0SDbgf1WdU_Mb8Plo2HUOqoZmtcctQUmoYgTWzpwXYH1ORrgy77FfhtgC7krOuSdgeYu5w/s1600/Skansen.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Scene from Skansen. Photo by me!<br /><div><br /></div></td></tr></tbody></table>If you want to experience <a href="http://sweden.se/traditions/easter/" target="_blank">Swedish Easter traditions</a> then you should definitely visit <a href="https://www.skansen.se/en/" target="_blank"><b>Skansen</b></a> (open-air museum, park and zoo). Don't be surprised if you see little children dressed up as cute witches (<i>påskkärringar</i>)! Here you can learn about, watch, listen to or partake in traditional Easter activities. These are all of special interest if you have children with you. For a full calendar of activities at Skansen... <a href="https://www.skansen.se/en/easter-at-skansen" target="_blank">click here</a>. I did mention that Sweden isn't a very religious country, but that doesn't mean that it is devoid of religion! There are, of course, many churches (mainly Lutheran and Catholic) that have special Easter services and masses. Contact me directly, if you are staying at the <b><a href="http://www.rival.se/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>, for service/mass times at different churches. Several churches offer services in languages other than Swedish. <a href="https://www.visitstockholm.com/see-do/attractions/easter-in-stockholm/" target="_blank">Click here</a> for more Easter tips from Visit Stockholm. Glad Påsk (Happy Easter)!The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-52734803134187530152022-03-31T16:27:00.001+02:002022-03-31T16:27:21.593+02:00Lunch at Östermalm's Saluhall<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn_Pi6XNafTy-p2DVzXhxRiRWym17hvBAJ1schjZPVt2Y4nlKbNThMekq6gf7v3OGieMdKkmQshYhdsIuAedNYR3eWMGSm2_6BHy4uFE-nBqfQeVYig05fchvcDq3jfg-6MbaADZRI36Gc9Pk5HYbtvGZgL16zP5TXBrA1cZKRg0WqGevWoJfAuvFN/s640/sal9a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn_Pi6XNafTy-p2DVzXhxRiRWym17hvBAJ1schjZPVt2Y4nlKbNThMekq6gf7v3OGieMdKkmQshYhdsIuAedNYR3eWMGSm2_6BHy4uFE-nBqfQeVYig05fchvcDq3jfg-6MbaADZRI36Gc9Pk5HYbtvGZgL16zP5TXBrA1cZKRg0WqGevWoJfAuvFN/s320/sal9a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />I had a meeting last week in the <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/%C3%96stermalm,+Stockholm/@59.3464898,18.0293548,12z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f82ad44e11ce9:0xd452cbb9e7c31242!8m2!3d59.3376963!4d18.0900386" target="_blank">Östermalm district</a> and, as it ended right before lunch, I took the opportunity to drop in at one of my favorite spots in town for lunch (and more): <a href="https://en.ostermalmshallen.se/" target="_blank">Östermalms Saluhall</a>. This is an indoor food market with restaurants. While Stockholm has a few other indoor food markets, this is definitely the city's most famous, historic and beautiful market. You can often find it on lists of the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2014/dec/01/top-10-food-markets-europe-berlin-vienna-london" target="_blank">best food markets in Europe</a>. Well worth a visit!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8ob1SFDvc2FcMSR_00FuHrBJZvPqipjefxcz9dU1KZxczX5f1w0_G8AE54j5h7-PTYj7_B-0CX8YHSm-QwTSyuZJ67WJ-jYpGJkSgDnLW4C_ytHLWzGM0sX9acgGSjkdjYpw19_t22u4ffDKjyp5HCHvKwuq9cLD2ueGVQdufqg0U2KjsWYKB8pvm/s640/sal1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8ob1SFDvc2FcMSR_00FuHrBJZvPqipjefxcz9dU1KZxczX5f1w0_G8AE54j5h7-PTYj7_B-0CX8YHSm-QwTSyuZJ67WJ-jYpGJkSgDnLW4C_ytHLWzGM0sX9acgGSjkdjYpw19_t22u4ffDKjyp5HCHvKwuq9cLD2ueGVQdufqg0U2KjsWYKB8pvm/s320/sal1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Östermalmshallen, as it is also called, was actually closed between 2016 and 2020 for renovations and repairs. During these years, they had a <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2016/07/temporary-home-for-ostermalms-saluhall.html" target="_blank">temporary food market</a> on the square in front. It was nice, but it is great that the original food market has reopened. They have done a great job in keeping the original details and historic feel. Last year, Stockholmers actually voted the newly renovated food market as "building of the year", so the locals seem pleased as well! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirw_GxV8-P4HrQAq3d2-A-ozFBmPZJZX9cKGOFqAIsQNQcZWvuMdcmlOlnARaOauo4sosJcknx3Ktgwk8D3-tXRezdwotXayw6-Bwun2aekjEhFfbziLXUHuJyBAEnQGg4a7yX0lBORLgDofGbFXAzwKCdAg8Xs515edKXGA1wVD8IvjFaunjOsNg7/s640/sal5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirw_GxV8-P4HrQAq3d2-A-ozFBmPZJZX9cKGOFqAIsQNQcZWvuMdcmlOlnARaOauo4sosJcknx3Ktgwk8D3-tXRezdwotXayw6-Bwun2aekjEhFfbziLXUHuJyBAEnQGg4a7yX0lBORLgDofGbFXAzwKCdAg8Xs515edKXGA1wVD8IvjFaunjOsNg7/s320/sal5.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Besides fishmongers, butchers, confectioners, tea shops and cheese sellers, they also have <a href="https://en.ostermalmshallen.se/restaurang" target="_blank">several restaurants</a> within the market. While the market itself closes in the early evening, some of the restaurants are open later. Check their individual websites, <a href="https://en.ostermalmshallen.se/restaurang" target="_blank">linked here</a>, to see exact opening hours. If you are planning on eating during peak lunch/dinner hours, then I advise to book a table. But if you are one or two persons during slower hours, you can easily drop in for a bite.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD4RN76qRKfAWl6PcsjgaulyNPalwKXKqX_PwnkwXQYAKXYow9iK8vzm0FVB7OP3moKUU6W4oxxKWqZcc82DMysxoqwmmAp7TMt8xX9zG7xl-xReLFD6lUD8hUxAc0PBKOcohFC1VHV6q5c9bJWrgDuzfWLuNSX3sL13ocB5-MZK1t-DsnsQuNcLKF/s640/sal6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD4RN76qRKfAWl6PcsjgaulyNPalwKXKqX_PwnkwXQYAKXYow9iK8vzm0FVB7OP3moKUU6W4oxxKWqZcc82DMysxoqwmmAp7TMt8xX9zG7xl-xReLFD6lUD8hUxAc0PBKOcohFC1VHV6q5c9bJWrgDuzfWLuNSX3sL13ocB5-MZK1t-DsnsQuNcLKF/s320/sal6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>This is exactly what I did. I was by myself, so I grabbed a spot at the food bar at <a href="https://en.ostermalmshallen.se/lisaelmqvist" target="_blank">Lisa Elmqvist</a> seafood restaurant. I chose this restaurant as I had a craving for a delicious <a href="https://sweden.se/culture/food/toast-skagen" target="_blank">Toast Skagen</a> and they make one of the best ones in town! Toast Skagen is a creamy mixture of shrimps, dill and mayonnaise on roasted bread. I splurged and got the Toast Skagen topped with löjrom (bleak roe) from Kalix. Mmmmm...</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfxG__Bsb_Mp5q3ZY4-urcci3HuzDlukppygvkYbHvbJkRMPu01VuSCNQ_l6FXO4okZnoDcZt2B_YDuJnE8M2ktjYVKXPddYfR0HiR4_DrUzck5vswc-hSzIo2U6DeWo7N0yt9xXqlUqkWNKMNaPi1lpMXOZoXTA4Z0__wsSjbwnfLxX1B1GYNEUId/s640/sal8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfxG__Bsb_Mp5q3ZY4-urcci3HuzDlukppygvkYbHvbJkRMPu01VuSCNQ_l6FXO4okZnoDcZt2B_YDuJnE8M2ktjYVKXPddYfR0HiR4_DrUzck5vswc-hSzIo2U6DeWo7N0yt9xXqlUqkWNKMNaPi1lpMXOZoXTA4Z0__wsSjbwnfLxX1B1GYNEUId/s320/sal8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>It is quite easy to get to Östermalms Saluhall from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>... just take the subway (red line) four stations to Östermalmstorg. There you exit following the signs for the square Östermalmstorg. The food market is located on the square and you can't miss the red brick facade. If you are interested in other food markets then we also have <a href="https://hotorgshallen.se/" target="_blank">Hötorgshallen</a> and <a href="https://www.soderhallarna.se/" target="_blank">Söderhallarna</a>.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBBdhGZmACZVvuXm0eYnXHi-zHv1NPfR7HW9wVfF4i6ZSXuXIenCXs-IkSH-JmZ5JhUpg2mRFULBIReOWJ-f5hXAHcX1XRohKs7truma0dSaQEYZCHVa4cdT1gEYKLfC89dcfSDXWPCfo5v5LJgQBr7SCquBYDes77f_YeL7y1lNiOqYVDQG4gxLKN/s640/sal2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBBdhGZmACZVvuXm0eYnXHi-zHv1NPfR7HW9wVfF4i6ZSXuXIenCXs-IkSH-JmZ5JhUpg2mRFULBIReOWJ-f5hXAHcX1XRohKs7truma0dSaQEYZCHVa4cdT1gEYKLfC89dcfSDXWPCfo5v5LJgQBr7SCquBYDes77f_YeL7y1lNiOqYVDQG4gxLKN/s320/sal2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-16346579410831344052022-03-27T19:00:00.008+02:002022-03-29T18:18:56.452+02:00The Avicii Experience<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRLCg1iX7Q7WKJ_FroC9St8V4gb-kvbuvS3gSDRG4ltTyia-TRZNXJEqpCwoprYTZ-WHnNUKHM7dZpWavK1-TSA_A0vyUvHHxx-GudTUlRvPCdZsdHcB7GFCbmpXF3AT1pJHukZf9lmduhCJr2NcEhHlXpQSECwrqkJOUkyNv1GapkI4cWz58TXNhU/s640/av1c.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRLCg1iX7Q7WKJ_FroC9St8V4gb-kvbuvS3gSDRG4ltTyia-TRZNXJEqpCwoprYTZ-WHnNUKHM7dZpWavK1-TSA_A0vyUvHHxx-GudTUlRvPCdZsdHcB7GFCbmpXF3AT1pJHukZf9lmduhCJr2NcEhHlXpQSECwrqkJOUkyNv1GapkI4cWz58TXNhU/s320/av1c.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />Did you know that Sweden is one of the world's largest producers of pop music? You might think: well, yeah, there is ABBA. But, the Swedish contribution to popular music is so much more. Besides other big name artists/groups, like Roxette, Ace of Base, Robyn, Icona Pop and Swedish House Mafia, Sweden has very successful music producers and song writes (<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Max_Martin" target="_blank">Max Martin</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shellback_(record_producer)" target="_blank">Shellback</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denniz_Pop" target="_blank">Denniz Pop</a>, etc.) and chances are that when you are humming a hit song from an American artist, a Swede wrote it. For example, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Can%27t_Stop_the_Feeling!" target="_blank">"Can't Stop the Feeling"</a> by Justin Timberlake. There are many theories on the reason behind <a href="https://sweden.se/culture/arts-design/the-swedish-music-miracle" target="_blank">"the Swedish music miracle"</a>, but if you want to take a deeper dive into this phenomenon then I recommend checking out the <a href="https://www.netflix.com/se-en/title/81050786" target="_blank">"This is Pop"</a> documentary series on Netflix. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis1VKBpoQqmNXyXR0qmg7GGixUBXgXzVf2rGrH6lR-q22_QtZGBXdYTb6BzqzeVLINxLekLVfEnlBifMRlsQ4tvw0XvOcbQLBDpNtWXMCNgNd7AtXJrRSeTEo3-yRrboMRVZ8u1YORoZsKgHR0Tp1hyj6UflTtDqolXg4CAPpEoOqkO0ZlPmhRjroS/s640/av1b.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis1VKBpoQqmNXyXR0qmg7GGixUBXgXzVf2rGrH6lR-q22_QtZGBXdYTb6BzqzeVLINxLekLVfEnlBifMRlsQ4tvw0XvOcbQLBDpNtWXMCNgNd7AtXJrRSeTEo3-yRrboMRVZ8u1YORoZsKgHR0Tp1hyj6UflTtDqolXg4CAPpEoOqkO0ZlPmhRjroS/s320/av1b.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Entrance on Sergelsgatan</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>The biggest name to come out of Sweden onto the international music scene in the past 10+ years is, undoubtedly, Tim Bergling... better known by his artist name: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avicii" target="_blank">Avicii</a>. In fact, in his relatively short career, <a href="https://avicii.com/" target="_blank">Avicii</a>, a DJ, song writer and music producer, became the 5th biggest selling Swedish music act in history. One of Stockholm's biggest arena (and world's largest hemispherical building) Globen was even recently renamed the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avicii_Arena" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>. Avicii is the perfect blend of Sweden's history of pop artists and song writers/producers. As he used different singers and dabbled in various music genres, it isn't always easy to recognize a song as being an Avicii song right away... but you have surely enjoyed his music over the past ten years. Sadly, Avicii's story came to a tragic end in 2018 when he took his own life.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmktvljBztHkjb3dOBMzdJ_fTnQg_L8IjD1imt_kbBpS-_Xyh8D0KAvDJiL5U7Yao1r3wtWegtqsJDiO43z2m2HZGBpPPp_kENDyoBCilGv-_CtWV3H7yr--O7LqVfEJBEbYC7KkBE5_4chp8nNUlWlm3ekUxGtbVNivnaogqJhMCw8D9XmZ2xQjZW/s640/av4a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmktvljBztHkjb3dOBMzdJ_fTnQg_L8IjD1imt_kbBpS-_Xyh8D0KAvDJiL5U7Yao1r3wtWegtqsJDiO43z2m2HZGBpPPp_kENDyoBCilGv-_CtWV3H7yr--O7LqVfEJBEbYC7KkBE5_4chp8nNUlWlm3ekUxGtbVNivnaogqJhMCw8D9XmZ2xQjZW/s320/av4a.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Thankfully, there is now a place in Stockholm where fans of Avicii's music can celebrate his life, career and talent... the newly opened <a href="https://aviciiexperience.com/" target="_blank">Avicii Experience</a>. This interactive tribute museum is a collaboration between Tim's parents and Pophouse Entertainment (the company responsible for <a href="https://abbathemuseum.com/en/" target="_blank">ABBA the Museum</a>, ABBA Voyage, Mamma Mia the Party and more). I was lucky enough to be invited earlier this week to see and experience the museum. It is a wonderful place to get to know more about Tim Bergling the person as well as Avicii the artist.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSkQBVV0ViZsCx184Vt7wEUIx2vfUM2ie4esZZaL8NSSUyEjetyVzMDkeuCgMKRdSsWMGOYzGonzhWtFes7tw1F1f2vvDP-F3B5PvjE1B5bYbqGfPG2Y699F0Orm1aHEDSx9VLCZb75KoSySJMJaloKud0JRYkOLMhuiEjXdu6yeC3-0gY8bzR7J6r/s640/av2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSkQBVV0ViZsCx184Vt7wEUIx2vfUM2ie4esZZaL8NSSUyEjetyVzMDkeuCgMKRdSsWMGOYzGonzhWtFes7tw1F1f2vvDP-F3B5PvjE1B5bYbqGfPG2Y699F0Orm1aHEDSx9VLCZb75KoSySJMJaloKud0JRYkOLMhuiEjXdu6yeC3-0gY8bzR7J6r/s320/av2.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tim Bergling's boyhood room</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>The museum is set up chronologically so you start in his childhood bedroom and work your way through his life and career, past his first studio in Stockholm and later studio in Los Angeles, all filled with his own personal items. Other cool details include having the L.A. skyline as the backdrop for the studio where the "sunlight" changes to match the time of day. The final room in the exhibition, while not a complete recreation, is a nod to the funeral services for Tim held at Hedvig Eleonora Church.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju_2iYfTkAQldVgyakw3OK1rPiY3bqV83iFu0mWLDDUqF-IoLIEFHD49Klu5JryO58Y2DBhNvb70smY-E8a3DFfhyR7UZBiGdd7R9BpnsAxZG_m1V08tqNnxMh86kTabIBuR1_oBFI8XFib7YuGjB3vRHZcHOgcwrDN5x8BnbAAjNVA0XlWJxYsFcl/s640/av5a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju_2iYfTkAQldVgyakw3OK1rPiY3bqV83iFu0mWLDDUqF-IoLIEFHD49Klu5JryO58Y2DBhNvb70smY-E8a3DFfhyR7UZBiGdd7R9BpnsAxZG_m1V08tqNnxMh86kTabIBuR1_oBFI8XFib7YuGjB3vRHZcHOgcwrDN5x8BnbAAjNVA0XlWJxYsFcl/s320/av5a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Much of the museum is music, film and cutting edge technology which, sadly for my blog, is hard to capture on photographs. There are, for example, three sound booths where you can put on virtual reality goggles and be transported to a studio where you can give your try at singing an Avicii song. I had never tried virtual reality glasses before and they were both very cool and a little disconcerting. I have no idea how they work! Other tech exhibits include being able to remix songs and play a virtual piano with a wave of your hands.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpoS6XgGbl0AXGfw2SHS_eFAVxlVeqwUyyTwi4MaRFSo7m16MLcB0JjjMVV0bleivO2WNx0ex8T7dNKxCgWuj55DRzvDCtagCixqPARdbL1BRORSwqTCHxQyXh9SThjzdaXVthyFWlmD-cjIUMynU8tF7-ZwUWza0KF0LOEw3QyMyT7Y92oDlEmBzB/s640/av3a.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpoS6XgGbl0AXGfw2SHS_eFAVxlVeqwUyyTwi4MaRFSo7m16MLcB0JjjMVV0bleivO2WNx0ex8T7dNKxCgWuj55DRzvDCtagCixqPARdbL1BRORSwqTCHxQyXh9SThjzdaXVthyFWlmD-cjIUMynU8tF7-ZwUWza0KF0LOEw3QyMyT7Y92oDlEmBzB/s320/av3a.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Karaoke" booths with virtual reality glasses</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>Avicii found touring, where he was selling out <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stories_World_Tour" target="_blank">stadiums and arenas around the world</a>, to be stressful and detrimental to his mental health. He announced in 2016 that he would stop touring. One room in the museum has been created, where your senses are bombarded with stimuli, to give visitors a feeling of the stress involved in touring. Just a drop in the bucket, I am sure, but it does give you an idea of what it must have been like. It especially interesting and poignant considering the high profile athletes who have recently stepped forward to talk about stress and mental health in similar situations. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvMAghO6uWSa9Ms3MQJcQjnxGoA4SMnNwM5rFgqhZPQWtkHYiau2tw38QEuqrUAKfXAgpMo3_g-GAd1KEUE8AwMcLU7ygJkz9vOeiRRYA9MS1XW4jEM3pvY_qxG7vfhk5LZ2lCw8KRA24clB0UndeFVnynOjulrVZxexeZdda9MBHl0lML91K7gTbU/s640/av3b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvMAghO6uWSa9Ms3MQJcQjnxGoA4SMnNwM5rFgqhZPQWtkHYiau2tw38QEuqrUAKfXAgpMo3_g-GAd1KEUE8AwMcLU7ygJkz9vOeiRRYA9MS1XW4jEM3pvY_qxG7vfhk5LZ2lCw8KRA24clB0UndeFVnynOjulrVZxexeZdda9MBHl0lML91K7gTbU/s320/av3b.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>One of the final rooms is dedicated to the Avicii tribute concert which was held at Friends Arena in celebration of his life. The tickets sold out within 30 minutes and all profits went to the <a href="https://www.timberglingfoundation.org/" target="_blank">Tim Berling Foundation</a>. The room is circular and in the middle is a DJ booth... video from the concert is shown on the walls (nearly 360 degrees) so that when you stand in the booth it gives you the feeling of what it must have been like to stand on stage and feel the love from the crowd. Very powerful. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeHAv7TyZuutp1oajZgQy8vzn6pzhh3TabsbTMLtVodd4oHyJx4zjwJLr_v-SL5khqCUmrGtFrcLrpjR7IvN5kjsBFAVU1VEVpyoMsxp-nf6rkJ_zpkFhejHqUpq3_3RVrGwrdDg_ZklcK5Cyj0eUuwfclFkqucRCaHYXV2yjXFQmr2gRyIRqRw-Nq/s640/av5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeHAv7TyZuutp1oajZgQy8vzn6pzhh3TabsbTMLtVodd4oHyJx4zjwJLr_v-SL5khqCUmrGtFrcLrpjR7IvN5kjsBFAVU1VEVpyoMsxp-nf6rkJ_zpkFhejHqUpq3_3RVrGwrdDg_ZklcK5Cyj0eUuwfclFkqucRCaHYXV2yjXFQmr2gRyIRqRw-Nq/s320/av5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The museum is a great addition to the music and cultural landscape of Stockholm. And why not combine it with a visit to ABBA the Museum, see how Swedish pop music has evolved over the decades? <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Avicii+Experience/@59.3330777,18.0642212,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x7a5d91b6e0c4b1c5!8m2!3d59.3330777!4d18.0642212" target="_blank">The Avicci Experience is located</a> in the downtown area, just next to the square Sergelstorg. It is located inside of <a href="https://space.cc/" target="_blank">Space</a>, a new exciting digital cultural center (gaming, music, content creation, etc.). The easiest way to get there from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> is by taking the subway, red line, three stops to T-Centralen and then exit to Sergelstorg. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjggCmSeTgRQC1CG_4VqTNsb457EcPs8uX4-GVTS7pZj5zOx4tCr8Rp7J9I8-bEyFWO2dvIlJCjs7oHGd4iloicU54RWjVuR-GX0YdJA4RLdfLOsHuYtn6FatGYYqhQvKQCdausRteMIuG3bG_mBlc85arRjCN-t5jFZoddBMBu050Cn_Nyb4AsSjP9/s640/av1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjggCmSeTgRQC1CG_4VqTNsb457EcPs8uX4-GVTS7pZj5zOx4tCr8Rp7J9I8-bEyFWO2dvIlJCjs7oHGd4iloicU54RWjVuR-GX0YdJA4RLdfLOsHuYtn6FatGYYqhQvKQCdausRteMIuG3bG_mBlc85arRjCN-t5jFZoddBMBu050Cn_Nyb4AsSjP9/s320/av1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-50310779510573758582022-03-18T11:42:00.006+01:002022-04-21T11:29:23.504+02:00Calendar of Events and Festivals 2022<p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpXPPQGIaoXvYyu_QVWYdDKyw_X7SDdMcozdIFhDmWBat4wOfUcNv-V5CQp7BMOynSp4IVgaK8xpyR956WMmuCDGmNCPwhMxvJCqYPqPsedy6CS5Pu38DyvWHXANVP8jr6bPPdOZjVsRC5DTPKz6d8oy_aomUyJtKXER8ir8Kot3j-dfcjvLXdkCHV=s868" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="579" data-original-width="868" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpXPPQGIaoXvYyu_QVWYdDKyw_X7SDdMcozdIFhDmWBat4wOfUcNv-V5CQp7BMOynSp4IVgaK8xpyR956WMmuCDGmNCPwhMxvJCqYPqPsedy6CS5Pu38DyvWHXANVP8jr6bPPdOZjVsRC5DTPKz6d8oy_aomUyJtKXER8ir8Kot3j-dfcjvLXdkCHV=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View of Stockholm<br />Photo by Ola Ericson/ mediabank.visitstockholm.com</td></tr></tbody></table><br />This is the time of year when I usually post a calendar of major events, festivals and concerts happening in Stockholm for the year. Due the pandemic, I haven't been able to post this for the past two years. Well, I actually did <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2020/02/calendar-of-festivals-and-events-in.html" target="_blank">post a calendar</a> in the beginning of 2020... but everything was cancelled or postponed shortly after I posted it. But now the city is back in business (knock on wood) and events have returned to the calendar! Hopefully this list will be able to help you plan your visit. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPog_0kdLxfci9hCExQd2dWZjwk1KD1zPRd4HK1ELif8HWATwM1O4AFmfxNyh6lv2jskUpQ0RS3MGyQ6TiuKOqZ5-SRhFqZ2-oPcRva0LVUSmpC0pyJHCO5dSspcO8d4XAu5hV1Ec-wTk_B_0aEskftqo54Cx7_VkfwpFR0bvq9A5a6cgf0uCLs9Re=s520" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="390" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPog_0kdLxfci9hCExQd2dWZjwk1KD1zPRd4HK1ELif8HWATwM1O4AFmfxNyh6lv2jskUpQ0RS3MGyQ6TiuKOqZ5-SRhFqZ2-oPcRva0LVUSmpC0pyJHCO5dSspcO8d4XAu5hV1Ec-wTk_B_0aEskftqo54Cx7_VkfwpFR0bvq9A5a6cgf0uCLs9Re=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stockholm View<br />Photo by Alexander Dokukin/ mediabank.visitstockholm.com</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>Keep in mind that, even if the events aren't your cup of tea, they may impact your visit, For example, a marathon or other race will mean traffic and road closures, a popular event will mean busy hotels and restaurants and holidays may mean some business closures. The calendar will be an ongoing process and I will add more events as they become known. These are only the major events and festivals... if you are staying at the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival,</a></b> you can contact me directly for more information about smaller events that might be going on while you visit. Another good calendar to keep an eye on is at <a href="https://www.visitstockholm.com/events/?date_from=2022-03-17&date_to=2022-03-17" target="_blank">Visit Stockholm</a>! </p><p><b><u>April</u></b></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>14th to 18th- <a href="https://visitsweden.com/what-to-do/culture-history-and-art/swedish-traditions/more-traditions/easter-sweden/" target="_blank">Easter Week</a>. Bank holidays on the 15th and 18th. </li><li>21st- Bryan Adams concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>.</li><li>23rd- <a href="https://kulturnattstockholm.se/?lang=en" target="_blank">Culture Night</a>. All things cultural, all free.</li><li>24th- The amusement park <a href="https://www.gronalund.com/en" target="_blank">Gröna Lund</a> opens for the season.</li><li>26th- Tool concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>. </li><li>30th- <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walpurgis_Night#Sweden" target="_blank">Valborgsmässoafton</a> (Walpurgis Eve). Bonfires and singing!</li></ul><div><b><u>May</u></b></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>1st- <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Workers%27_Day" target="_blank">International Workers' Day</a> (Labour Day). Bank holiday.</li><li>21st- Thåström concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>. </li><li>24th- <a href="https://www.polarmusicprize.org/" target="_blank">Polar Music Prize</a> (international music awards).</li><li>25th- Trevor Noah show at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>.</li><li>26th- <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feast_of_the_Ascension" target="_blank">Kristi Himmelsfärds Dag</a> (Ascension Day). Bank holiday.</li><li>27th to 29th- <a href="https://www.elitloppet.se/" target="_blank">Elitloppet</a>. Popular (harness) horse racing championships at Solvalla.</li><li>29th- Mothers' Day in Sweden!</li></ul><div>During the summer months there are a series of concerts at both <a href="https://www.skansen.se/sv/kalendarium?date=2022-03-18&c=5855" target="_blank">Skansen</a> and <a href="https://www.gronalund.com/en/concerts" target="_blank">Gröna Lund</a>. Click on the links to see the line-ups with dates.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>June</u></b></div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>1st to 6th- <a href="https://www.semf.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm Early Music Festival</a>. Medieval, Baroque and Renaissance music in different old town venues.</li><li>Normally this is around the time they have the popular Taste of Stockholm food festival. Currently they are saying that it will be a digital festival. But keep an eye on <a href="https://smakagoodfoodfestival.se/" target="_blank">their website</a>... hopefully they will change that as we get closer to June.</li><li>2nd & 3rd- <a href="https://www.stockholm50.global/" target="_blank">Stockholm +50</a> United Nations conference on the environment at the <a href="https://www.stockholmsmassan.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm International Fairgrounds</a>.</li><li>4th- <a href="https://www.stockholmmarathon.se/eng/" target="_blank">Stockholm Marathon</a>. Major city-wide sporting event.</li><li>5th- Sweden vs Norway football/soccer match at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=sport/" target="_blank">Friends Arena</a>.</li><li>6th- <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Day_of_Sweden" target="_blank">Sweden's National Holiday</a>. Bank holiday.</li><li>8th to 11th- <a href="https://www.rosendal.com/" target="_blank">Rosendal Garden Party</a> music festival on <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rosendals+Tr%C3%A4dg%C3%A5rd/@59.3273766,18.1153542,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x9216b8ab25417838!8m2!3d59.3273766!4d18.1153542" target="_blank">Djurgården</a>. </li><li>9th- Sweden vs Serbia football/soccer match at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=sport/" target="_blank">Friends Arena</a>. </li><li>11th- Green Day concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Tele2 Arena</a>.</li><li>15th- Pet Shop Boys concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>.</li><li>18th- Alicia Keys concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>.</li><li>24th & 25th- <a href="https://visitsweden.com/what-to-do/culture-history-and-art/swedish-traditions/midsummer-tradition/midsummer/#:~:text=Midsummer" target="_blank">Midsummer Weekend</a>. Major traditional holiday in Sweden.</li><li>29th- Harry Styles concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Tele2 Arena</a>.</li><li>30th- <a href="https://stockholm.diamondleague.com/home/" target="_blank">Wanda Diamond League Track & Field</a> meet at Stadion. </li></ul><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgUsnv5QcXb4PP8dNDMuuxKqJrg02M6lshRPzKpjZqRGNMoDlMxcwnqBqoRD_fcwwTOIB956IMac8cGNxLj4AHnP2yZVu7L5gmbDdKHZXi2MHWOcf3-g9eUfmKnd7Sj_6nj8TbPh8z9ikFUrP08S2F65C4DX3YFYJ00QXbPOyhbS4M3tKLAG5TeMhCB=s620" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="410" data-original-width="620" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgUsnv5QcXb4PP8dNDMuuxKqJrg02M6lshRPzKpjZqRGNMoDlMxcwnqBqoRD_fcwwTOIB956IMac8cGNxLj4AHnP2yZVu7L5gmbDdKHZXi2MHWOcf3-g9eUfmKnd7Sj_6nj8TbPh8z9ikFUrP08S2F65C4DX3YFYJ00QXbPOyhbS4M3tKLAG5TeMhCB=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Royal palace at Night<br />Photo by Jeppe Wikström/ mediabank.visitstockholm.com</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div><div><b><u>July</u></b></div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>1st to 3rd- <a href="https://lollastockholm.com/" target="_blank">Lollapalooza Festival</a>. Music festival at Gärdet.</li><li>2nd- <a href="https://bigcrowdfactory.com/festivaler" target="_blank">Big Crowd Factory</a>. Free outdoor cinema in Tantolunden (day one).</li><li>3rd- Start of <a href="https://www.ksss.se/en/gotlandrunt/" target="_blank">Gotlund Runt</a> open ocean regatta in Stockholm. </li><li>20th- Queen & Adam Lambert concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>. </li><li>21st- Lady Gaga concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Friends Arena</a>.</li><li>30th- <a href="https://bigcrowdfactory.com/festivaler" target="_blank">Big Crowd Factory</a>. Free outdoor cinema in Tantolunden (day two).</li><li>31st- Rolling Stones concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Friends Arena</a>.</li></ul><div><b><u>August</u></b></div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>1st to 6th- <a href="https://www.stockholmpride.org/" target="_blank">Stockholm Gay Pride</a>. Concerts, parties, symposiums... ending with large parade on the 6th.</li><li> 13th- <a href="https://midnattsloppet.com/midnattsloppet-stockholm/" target="_blank">Midnattsloppet</a>. Popular evening 10k race around Södermalm. festival atmosphere.</li><li>17th to 21st- <a href="https://kulturfestivalen.stockholm.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm Cultural Festival</a>. All things cultural, free admission. </li><li>17th-21st- <a href="https://www.stockholmfilmfestival.se/sv/sommarbio-augusti-2022" target="_blank">Free outdoor cinema</a> in Rålambshovs park. Presented by the Stockholm International Film Festival.</li><li>20th- Celine Dion concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Friends Arena</a>. </li><li>23rd to 26th- <a href="https://www.formex.se/?sc_lang=en" target="_blank">Formex</a>. Largest fair for Scandinavian design, at <a href="https://www.stockholmsmassan.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm International Fairgrounds</a>. </li></ul><div><b><u>September</u></b></div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>3rd- <a href="https://tjejmilen.se/tjejmilen-english/" target="_blank">Tjejmilen</a>. Women's 10kr race (one of the largest of its kind in the world) around <a href="https://www.google.se/maps/place/Djurg%C3%A5rden/@59.3251489,18.0867384,13z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f82a5d9b7164f:0x5abd0eac4c5ed217!8m2!3d59.326284!4d18.1132151" target="_blank">Djurgården</a>.</li><li>4th- <a href="https://sthlmbike.se/" target="_blank">Sthlm Bike</a>. Bike race in the city.</li><li>17th- <a href="https://www.stockholmhalvmarathon.se/english/" target="_blank">Stockholm Half marathon</a>. City-wide sporting event.</li><li>25th- The amusement park <a href="https://www.gronalund.com/en" target="_blank">Gröna Lund</a> closes for the season.</li><li>27th- Sweden vs Slovenia football/soccer match at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=sport/" target="_blank">Friends Arena</a>. </li><li>29th to Oct 1st- <a href="http://www.stockholmbeer.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm Beer & Whisky Festival</a> (part 1) at <a href="https://www.google.se/maps/place/Nacka+Strandsm%C3%A4ssan+AB/@59.3159579,18.1612641,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xcbd294c4ffd93832!8m2!3d59.3159913!4d18.161273" target="_blank">Nackastrandsmässan</a>.</li></ul><div><b><u>October</u></b></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>6th to 8th- <a href="http://www.stockholmbeer.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm Beer & Whisky Festival </a>(part 2) at <a href="https://www.google.se/maps/place/Nacka+Strandsm%C3%A4ssan+AB/@59.3159579,18.1612641,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xcbd294c4ffd93832!8m2!3d59.3159913!4d18.161273" target="_blank">Nackastrandsmässan</a>.</li><li>10th- The Cure concert at <a href="https://stockholmlive.com/en/events/filter/category=music-show/" target="_blank">Avicii Arena</a>.</li><li>14th to 23rd- <a href="https://stockholmjazz.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm Jazz festival</a> at different venues city-wide.</li><li>15th to 23rd- <a href="https://stockholmopen.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm Open</a> (tennis).</li><li>30th- Daylight Savings Time ends. Clocks fall back an hour!</li></ul></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiulLafxsbEZZ641t2H2bNi4dP4bCafIoLry3HJ-zylQOC-IxfriOdEAhv7Oefa3WZIFyg8YFF1Y5BThUmB2YrmpfjO-gSNsFTt_YDzyOay1DRGZ0c74Gu2R-ajaQe-F5MOJUT9aLFgGRPukLUUMxSyywnKsUzv_BBYbHKdTUzxQ4EarLLCPFXcAbxy=s620" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="620" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiulLafxsbEZZ641t2H2bNi4dP4bCafIoLry3HJ-zylQOC-IxfriOdEAhv7Oefa3WZIFyg8YFF1Y5BThUmB2YrmpfjO-gSNsFTt_YDzyOay1DRGZ0c74Gu2R-ajaQe-F5MOJUT9aLFgGRPukLUUMxSyywnKsUzv_BBYbHKdTUzxQ4EarLLCPFXcAbxy=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Autumn in Stockholm<br />Photo by Helén Pe/ mediabank.visitstockholm.com</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><b><u>November</u></b></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>5th- All Saints' Day. Bank Holiday.</li><li>9th to 20th- <a href="https://www.stockholmfilmfestival.se/en" target="_blank">Stockholm International Film Festival</a>. </li><li>11th to 13th- <a href="https://www.sthlmfoodandwine.se/?sc_lang=en" target="_blank">Stockholm Food & Wine Fair</a> at the <a href="https://www.stockholmsmassan.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm International Fairgrounds</a>.</li><li>24th to 27th- <a href="https://en.horseshow.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm International Horse Show</a>.</li></ul><div><b><u>December</u></b></div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>10th- <a href="https://www.nobelprize.org/" target="_blank">Nobel Prize ceremony</a>.</li><li>13th- <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Lucy's_Day#Sweden" target="_blank">St Lucia Day</a> (traditional celebrations)</li><li>24th & 25th- Christmas. Extra bank holiday on December 26th. </li><li>31st- New Year's Eve. </li></ul></div><div>As I mentioned, this calendar will be a work in progress and I will add events that I find... especially later in the year. So, check back now and again to see if there has been anything added!</div></div><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-64599733690991732112022-03-09T13:03:00.001+01:002022-03-09T13:09:07.425+01:00Spring Art Exhibitions 2022<p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgLupIzbnwW2gPRyit_2CaXxJHVO6S7zKBhRsNCkSoKF85Q6CPxVuwSByDVbdstSFwVDlIbwH6YMnjmJyj4fudpmdgGKqUy4GxEz9sBOz_E_PpKh4MOGEhX1aUQgmqcixsc6eOWM5_7Md-jvTEfw44NB7agcxbI_nOkLIlG5eZ8Kro6maWjYPQpBfbT=s1411" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="948" data-original-width="1411" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgLupIzbnwW2gPRyit_2CaXxJHVO6S7zKBhRsNCkSoKF85Q6CPxVuwSByDVbdstSFwVDlIbwH6YMnjmJyj4fudpmdgGKqUy4GxEz9sBOz_E_PpKh4MOGEhX1aUQgmqcixsc6eOWM5_7Md-jvTEfw44NB7agcxbI_nOkLIlG5eZ8Kro6maWjYPQpBfbT=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Swedish Grace" at <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">National Museum</a><br />Photo by Anna Danielsson/Nationalmuseum</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Museums in Stockholm (and around the world) had a tough time during the pandemic.With the lifting of restrictions, all museums in Stockholm are open for business. If you will be visiting Stockholm during the months of Spring, there are many great art exhibtions to see. If art isn't your cup of tea, don't miss the many <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2014/02/museums-in-stockholm-focusing-on-history.html" target="_blank">wonderful history museums</a> in the city. <p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en" target="_blank">Fotografiska</a> (photography)- They have several ongoing and upcoming exhibitions, including <a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en/utstallningar/elizaveta-porodina/" target="_blank">Elizaveta Porodina</a> (until June 12th), Andres Serrano <a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/en/utstallningar/andres-serrano/" target="_blank">"Infamous"</a> (until May 19th) and Tobias Gremmler <a href="https://www.fotografiska.com/sto/utstallningar/tobias-gremmler/" target="_blank">"The Changing Room"</a> (until April 24th). </li><li><a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">National</a> (classic art & design)- Besides their permanent collection (which always has free admission), they also have several temporary exhibitions like <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/utst%C3%A4llningar/swedish-grace" target="_blank">"Swedish Grace - Art & Design in 1920's Sweden"</a> (until August 28th) and <a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/utst%C3%A4llningar/johannes-jaeger-en-fotografins-pionj%C3%A4r-och-m%C3%A4stare" target="_blank">"Johannes Jaeger - a Pioneer and Master of Photography"</a> (until April 24th). <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg22FwtMqV_--cO5qCuvyNEGu2wiXIxltFhzlz6Qtnis_jy5xNj4kZJrz1YI2ntaE0oUNx0vD9tr0yw16Cnlx-epkxy4trc5BiB8jENWyeH7X6wcdgsBvkGtr19xogqkphctS9x8k_-pylrDz0quUoEyH5TC_Ye-oPp8VOctHKAxJT2lXzC5XjZ1C5A=s1005" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="636" data-original-width="1005" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg22FwtMqV_--cO5qCuvyNEGu2wiXIxltFhzlz6Qtnis_jy5xNj4kZJrz1YI2ntaE0oUNx0vD9tr0yw16Cnlx-epkxy4trc5BiB8jENWyeH7X6wcdgsBvkGtr19xogqkphctS9x8k_-pylrDz0quUoEyH5TC_Ye-oPp8VOctHKAxJT2lXzC5XjZ1C5A=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Swedish Acquisitions - Insights" at <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/sv/" target="_blank">Moderna Museet</a><br />Photo by Åsa Lundén / Moderna Museet</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li><a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/" target="_blank">Moderna</a> (modern art)- this season the museum will be showing the following temporary exhibitions: <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/every-ocean-hughes/" target="_blank">"Every Ocean Hughes"</a> (until April 17th), <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/svenska-forvarv-2021/" target="_blank">"Swedish Acquisitions - Insights"</a> (until April 24th) and <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/bjorn-lovin/" target="_blank">"Björn Lövin - The Surrounding Reality"</a> (April 2nd to September 18th). They also have a <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/the-collection/" target="_blank">permanent collection</a> on exhibit which has free admission. </li><li><a href="https://arkdes.se/en/" target="_blank">ArkDes</a> (architecture & design)- Their ongoing exhibitions are <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/utstallning/smoothies-museer-flygplatser/" target="_blank">"Smoothies, Museums and Airports"</a> (until May 1st) and <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/utstallning/sigurd-lewerentz-architect-of-death-and-life/" target="_blank">"Sigurd Lewerentz - Architect of Death and Life"</a> (until August 28th). </li><li><a href="https://artipelag.se/en/" target="_blank">Artipelag</a> (art in archipelago setting)- besides their permanent <a href="https://artipelag.se/en/at-artipelag/skulptur-i-natur/" target="_blank">"Sculpture in Nature"</a> exhibition, they also have temporary indoor exhibitions, like "<a href="https://artipelag.se/en/at-artipelag/tal-r-the-wrongside/" target="_blank">Tal R - The Wrongside"</a> (until May 1st) and <a href="https://artipelag.se/en/at-artipelag/annika-liljedahl-vax-till-liv/" target="_blank">"Väx till Liv"</a> (until May 1st). </li><li><a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/" target="_blank">Thielska Galleriet</a> (Scandinavian fine art)- they have a <a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/the-collection/" target="_blank">wonderful collection</a> of Scandinavian masters (like Zorn, Larsson, Jansson, Munch and more) as well as temporary exhibitions like <a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/utstallningar/current-exhibitions/" target="_blank">Carl Johan de Geer</a> (until March 20th) and <a href="https://www.thielskagalleriet.se/en/utstallningar/httpswww-thielskagalleriet-seenutstallningarcurrent-exhibitions/" target="_blank">"A Home"</a> (April 9th to August 21st). <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGYfi9V_O1qU2bMB-McJDXFp1NymSkkQtn3RMrxRRBL1bvsWKlqa4DNys9AXOMFBgdBakhCX9ByEZkBk4XtOekb838b6gUfExR0YUae0_Ym9GmqGVWuVwUgHThaZ7UFn7eWk9SZALVmPdRmf4zzrfpWJAMoSgVgnUYZV530vIa8iFz3ft7LrPPtsqk=s975" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="871" data-original-width="975" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGYfi9V_O1qU2bMB-McJDXFp1NymSkkQtn3RMrxRRBL1bvsWKlqa4DNys9AXOMFBgdBakhCX9ByEZkBk4XtOekb838b6gUfExR0YUae0_Ym9GmqGVWuVwUgHThaZ7UFn7eWk9SZALVmPdRmf4zzrfpWJAMoSgVgnUYZV530vIa8iFz3ft7LrPPtsqk=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Midsummer Bonfire by Nikolai Astrup at <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/" target="_blank">Waldemarsudde</a><br />Photo by Dag Fosse / KODE</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li><a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/" target="_blank">Prins Eugen Waldemarsudde</a> (Scandinavian fine art)- Also a museum with a <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/about-waldemarsudde/prince-eugens-art-collection-2/" target="_blank">great permanent collection</a>. Their temporary exhibitions this season include <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/exhibitions/soul-of-a-place-prince-eugen-and-the-landscape/" target="_blank">"Soul of a Place"</a> (until May 1st), <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/exhibitions/nikolai-astrup-visions-of-norwegian-nature/" target="_blank">Nikolai Astrup</a> (until May 28th) and <a href="https://waldemarsudde.se/en/exhibitions/ann-wolff/" target="_blank">Ann Wolff</a> (April 9th to October 2nd). </li><li><a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/" target="_blank">Liljevalchs</a> (contemporary art)- open again after renovations. They are currently showing their annual <a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/kalender/varsalongen2022/" target="_blank">Spring Fair</a> (until April 10th), <a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/kalender/princess-svanevit/" target="_blank">Princess Swan White</a> (until April 24th) and more. <a href="https://liljevalchs.se/en/pa-gang/" target="_blank">Click here</a> to see other ongoing and upcoming exhibitions.</li><li><a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/" target="_blank">Bonniers Konsthall</a> (contemporary art)- They have two ongoing exhibitions: <a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/utstallning/lap-see-lam-dreamers-quay/" target="_blank">Lap-See Lam</a> and <a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/utstallning/outi-pieski-rematriation-of-a-ladjogahpir-return-to-mattarahkka%e2%80%af/" target="_blank">Ouiti Pieski</a> (both until April 3rd). One of their upcoming exhibitions this season is <a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/utstallning/hrair-sarkissian-the-other-side-of-silence/" target="_blank">Hrair Sarkissian</a> (April 27th to June 19th). <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgOGwT4cCe9wbPladiIAgqHH-930pfmqUT4pIkBA6UarNi8QxYHrm7y01V2amIJFmB9SvHTr6rQ5uPPdiTEc9iDp_A80YVRNhZBWl18iNxSbGAGvW0YGj17Z4COvIayuj_Gz6Zsi05XRCf4JQSbKpkhE2GUrxinWMVDzR61PxkBHcdhmZey8KSDGvJk=s1000" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="1000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgOGwT4cCe9wbPladiIAgqHH-930pfmqUT4pIkBA6UarNi8QxYHrm7y01V2amIJFmB9SvHTr6rQ5uPPdiTEc9iDp_A80YVRNhZBWl18iNxSbGAGvW0YGj17Z4COvIayuj_Gz6Zsi05XRCf4JQSbKpkhE2GUrxinWMVDzR61PxkBHcdhmZey8KSDGvJk=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Outi Pieski at <a href="https://bonnierskonsthall.se/en/" target="_blank">Bonniers Konsthall</a><br />Photo by Jean-Baptiste Béranger</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li><a href="https://www.sven-harrys.se/en" target="_blank">Sven-Harry's Konstmuseum</a> (mixed art)- Currently they are showing <a href="https://www.sven-harrys.se/en/utforska/kommande-utstallningar/talking-ake-exhibition-about-long-lasting-design/" target="_blank">"Talking to Åke"</a> (until March 27th) followed by <a href="https://www.sven-harrys.se/en/utforska/kommande-utstallningar/humanitet/" target="_blank">"Humanitet"</a> (April 8th to September 11th). </li><li><a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/home.aspx" target="_blank">Millesgården</a> (sculpture and mixed art)- The main reason people visit Millesgården (especially for the first time) is the wonderful sculpture garden featuring the work of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Milles" target="_blank">Carl Milles</a>, but they also have an indoor exhibition venue. Their ongoing exhibition is <a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/current-exhibitions.aspx" target="_blank">Madame d'Ora - Wien & Paris 1907-1957</a> (until September 4th).</li><li><a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Spiritmuseum</a> (spirits/adult beverages)- Their current art exhibition is <a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/utstallning/pierre-et-gilles-troubled-waters/" target="_blank">Pierre & Gilles - Troubled Waters</a> (until September 8th). <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2022/02/pierre-et-gilles-exhibition-at-museum.html" target="_blank">Click here</a> to read about my recent visit.</li><li><a href="https://www.nordiskamuseet.se/en" target="_blank">Nordiska</a> (Nordic culture and traditions)- They always have several interesting, ongoing exhibitions, some more in the world of art... like their current <a href="https://www.nordiskamuseet.se/en/utstallningar/paris-north" target="_blank">"Paris of the North"</a> (until September 18th) and <a href="https://www.nordiskamuseet.se/en/utstallningar/come-norden" target="_blank">"Come to Norden"</a> (March 11th to November 2nd). </li></ul><div>If you will be staying at the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>, you can contact me directly for any additional information or directions. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgYkkYX8NPtLMWjTJRbPlY97337vGIZJkHBfY3_uvmKaYFOgZtwO_Fl2fm-NKkP_Q6D6MDP1jSwOD8a19vgRtgcn_n3AXhYv0EfiVLzIEmGKPXACsMekH0wQ-HJx0lRDKy1ogRF1QtIxd_kEBkeyVGiK-382NrIDdPfSqSRBYpB0tWjLdwRzFr3WgLr=s640" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="559" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgYkkYX8NPtLMWjTJRbPlY97337vGIZJkHBfY3_uvmKaYFOgZtwO_Fl2fm-NKkP_Q6D6MDP1jSwOD8a19vgRtgcn_n3AXhYv0EfiVLzIEmGKPXACsMekH0wQ-HJx0lRDKy1ogRF1QtIxd_kEBkeyVGiK-382NrIDdPfSqSRBYpB0tWjLdwRzFr3WgLr=s320" width="280" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sculpture garden at <a href="https://www.millesgarden.se/home.aspx" target="_blank">Millesgården</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /> </div><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-2160448113345847512022-03-03T15:09:00.003+01:002022-03-03T15:09:25.918+01:00Restaurant Spesso <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg72VGArb1T4nR1gXJceErS_XF7zWjS1opjzj7MqeIqKY61Sr3T71foOUZp2S52rS7KYpKrkMrocAy70p7dS_AvCvrVCr29UxXjEcJu-TxA2SQEcj-k9Sw0xnxqlwP4dPCYNnjZiR-iGbpD6CEAwwLKJVXrz8D3c1uPDllFxqad37Z5ekENy12YLvfW=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg72VGArb1T4nR1gXJceErS_XF7zWjS1opjzj7MqeIqKY61Sr3T71foOUZp2S52rS7KYpKrkMrocAy70p7dS_AvCvrVCr29UxXjEcJu-TxA2SQEcj-k9Sw0xnxqlwP4dPCYNnjZiR-iGbpD6CEAwwLKJVXrz8D3c1uPDllFxqad37Z5ekENy12YLvfW=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br />I went out to dinner this past weekend with some visiting friends and had the opportunity to try a relatively new restaurant: <a href="https://spesso.se/" target="_blank">Spesso</a>. Spesso, which means "often" in Italian, is a modern Milanese-Italian restaurant <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Spesso/@59.3334145,18.0664492,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x3f40f05bde11cb43!8m2!3d59.3334177!4d18.0664937" target="_blank">located in the downtown area</a>, and opened almost two years ago. With an elegant and sleek design, this rooftop restaurant has panoramic views of the central commercial district of Stockholm.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj6WTYSfhMqDX8jWlQcxxWh6U1p1IzPy1XMRsQxpPRu5Bed3iRa_nC6twdzbajRHKbrCzd_-1LJX7e1E_-lVmJ6zCVHHOh-uaiUR5N6aly2GKZRijXzo4vhHpcytgtHRK0Tgx03_xGylpBOdgbsMYWb5QkDppyM4EWITG3Qtm5m7wUetpiqprrdUWZe=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj6WTYSfhMqDX8jWlQcxxWh6U1p1IzPy1XMRsQxpPRu5Bed3iRa_nC6twdzbajRHKbrCzd_-1LJX7e1E_-lVmJ6zCVHHOh-uaiUR5N6aly2GKZRijXzo4vhHpcytgtHRK0Tgx03_xGylpBOdgbsMYWb5QkDppyM4EWITG3Qtm5m7wUetpiqprrdUWZe=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dining room</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>Just a stone's throw away from the <a href="https://www.nk.se/" target="_blank">NK department store</a> (which you can see from the bar), this is about as central as you can get. What makes it interesting is that this area has been recently gentrified and spruced up. For many decades, this was a no-man's land between major streets with mainly office buildings. The area was lively during the days with businessmen and women but pretty dead n the evenings. But, with the recent gentrification, more life has come to the area in the evenings with restaurants and shopping centers.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjFzbgaYScTT-lSG5Fc51_PRdWAZV6Lxwb6HB_vXjz6G3v5EehlLb8TzStFozdcxu2zhWuJz-vClScfvjuwTbIMPn8DVqDlEV_tho8totv0iIItK-BRJy4aqKoIiSU0k-ff75MDeQt8fZ0rW_T26j48RNTDIMri7cRzgj4Ig-ba1q66lb7wP0xjCV9c=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjFzbgaYScTT-lSG5Fc51_PRdWAZV6Lxwb6HB_vXjz6G3v5EehlLb8TzStFozdcxu2zhWuJz-vClScfvjuwTbIMPn8DVqDlEV_tho8totv0iIItK-BRJy4aqKoIiSU0k-ff75MDeQt8fZ0rW_T26j48RNTDIMri7cRzgj4Ig-ba1q66lb7wP0xjCV9c=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>I have to say that the restaurant isn't super easy to find as there isn't any large sign at the entrance (of what looks like a regular office building). Having the address, Malmskillnadsgatan 38b, helps! Once indoors, you take the elevator up to the restaurant. Thankfully, the restaurant location is well marked inside the elevator. Spesso takes up most of the top floor of the building, with a large part of it being an outdoor, rooftop terrace (closed during the winter).</p><p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuEruvi0usolqelEfrQQ8PeEfKvgx1SpTND6AEqaqm4pZDaOlEPfaQrMzRMAKIYw5lQw8mw2VajWwdmc0N-JhJ5E2pmZsdw1jO_ilZW2ez72fVnGsRHrfp6c11Uuwf58146qhZqdI70MvjApOcKtKi0iQ5fNeztvO-tIO-g5ZdP0TkOfT2QOy7b6FM=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuEruvi0usolqelEfrQQ8PeEfKvgx1SpTND6AEqaqm4pZDaOlEPfaQrMzRMAKIYw5lQw8mw2VajWwdmc0N-JhJ5E2pmZsdw1jO_ilZW2ez72fVnGsRHrfp6c11Uuwf58146qhZqdI70MvjApOcKtKi0iQ5fNeztvO-tIO-g5ZdP0TkOfT2QOy7b6FM=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lounge</td></tr></tbody></table></p><p>The design of the restaurant is very modern... sleek, minimalistic with the dark colors, high ceilings and large windows looking out over the rooftops. They had a DJ in the bar playing chill, lounge music. Speaking of which, they have a nice bar with lounge area right as you enter the restaurant. It all had a very cosmopolitan feel. And as I mentioned, they also have a large rooftop terrace which I am sure will be popular this summer. I definitely will have to come back and check that out. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhB6CX_R7BXh-uO9DDRJIgEgGaYYfCSRGKeq99wFRPXJtQQYvi6ZYcp26gOminYHgplHN7ViS742eNWs4bH7YyeUmbGXFyqY88Timw2KmmAjYdmzRO_1WjBedj6WHe8kZkFU9LrSa-fFUxz_NLhjdH38XAvAdEPBuNoQGlalIauELucr-pcAGNBawOy=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhB6CX_R7BXh-uO9DDRJIgEgGaYYfCSRGKeq99wFRPXJtQQYvi6ZYcp26gOminYHgplHN7ViS742eNWs4bH7YyeUmbGXFyqY88Timw2KmmAjYdmzRO_1WjBedj6WHe8kZkFU9LrSa-fFUxz_NLhjdH38XAvAdEPBuNoQGlalIauELucr-pcAGNBawOy=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Grilled venison</td></tr></tbody></table></p><p>The cuisine is Milanese. Modern Italian dining with great seasonal produce. The food was delicious and the wine pairings were spot on! We started out with some truffle bignés and then I had the grilled venison with lightly smoked point cabbage while my friends opted for the wild boar ragu with fresh ricotta cannellonis. For dessert, we all had the Italian meringue with blood orange mousse and rose hip sauce. We then moved to the lounge area for some after dinner cocktails.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj1Emv0fBvzhKV1ndFG1gJXQ99FRChwFDLetU4fiEWwZZX4m9V35jPaoPm8NV540V8a_E2a4uVqCDkf_kAGlJce4tzCFBBOeJXZ4e9HgqGXWvWTfqIdiNjEgSJ9Rn5lsDmuzBDttgsR7Rc5sFTqToCVmunkV1twXFWXcQcTezw5gc_lqCyOvCTwgKyF=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj1Emv0fBvzhKV1ndFG1gJXQ99FRChwFDLetU4fiEWwZZX4m9V35jPaoPm8NV540V8a_E2a4uVqCDkf_kAGlJce4tzCFBBOeJXZ4e9HgqGXWvWTfqIdiNjEgSJ9Rn5lsDmuzBDttgsR7Rc5sFTqToCVmunkV1twXFWXcQcTezw5gc_lqCyOvCTwgKyF=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Italian meringue</td></tr></tbody></table></p><p>The restaurant was pretty full, even on a Sunday evening. Therefore, I would definitely recommend that <a href="https://spesso.se/reservations/" target="_blank">you book a table</a> in advance. The easiest way to get there from the <a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank"><b>Hotel Rival</b></a> is by subway... it is just three stations away on the red line to T-Centralen. Exit to Sergelstorg. From there it is just a 10 minute walk to the restaurant. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi3awwgVAQgSxMOcUuheXVT0X5BXiXojhkdSRBYtoOvm9n9I9MlLo6cwHEAYhUu0D3nQ_5gDTokgNmDjEbydmvfKihD7JpkQUn69Wyj6dNpkoDiJ7SnB2ZUMQQQK1oyiymHk8PZjDWE26RCvuPDYpPH6kRr7TjI_n6Bah9eSCcvE1BdYUz7vxO_fiES=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi3awwgVAQgSxMOcUuheXVT0X5BXiXojhkdSRBYtoOvm9n9I9MlLo6cwHEAYhUu0D3nQ_5gDTokgNmDjEbydmvfKihD7JpkQUn69Wyj6dNpkoDiJ7SnB2ZUMQQQK1oyiymHk8PZjDWE26RCvuPDYpPH6kRr7TjI_n6Bah9eSCcvE1BdYUz7vxO_fiES=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View from the rooftop terrace</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEib1WQehUTEvyHC-9lbqd9rs55WewOUdcpNw3dKrTZHvvSTfLweSJ0uf9yGaaCjgp3_mClocvOUSk7mPjQLVdxBXIQaOCzwueSaD1WuXY1IEEHnP8b2j-mB_ebvjA4jwIi9Ift4R-EKCVK5qSFnNscpT1jQoVlAlKSZfPUBRnHEdeQL20Vk8BJl-oy1=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEib1WQehUTEvyHC-9lbqd9rs55WewOUdcpNw3dKrTZHvvSTfLweSJ0uf9yGaaCjgp3_mClocvOUSk7mPjQLVdxBXIQaOCzwueSaD1WuXY1IEEHnP8b2j-mB_ebvjA4jwIi9Ift4R-EKCVK5qSFnNscpT1jQoVlAlKSZfPUBRnHEdeQL20Vk8BJl-oy1=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Street level entrance</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbKStVG1RcY1JJVfwj5yvaCEumeUJqucm5650wA6mS074w-zI21Y-jTEbdD8wAcXjDnSn_EbI5G4GVdsNQ53M-Il0O5dbM_kwUx_yqbsKIhvL4cyBZeMAS1G2HoHJk54tqH_EVzIbDwq6ts4ivQZems3APgoY4OX5k0sMLoaZfJvO4SFvhWrVHVrUf=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbKStVG1RcY1JJVfwj5yvaCEumeUJqucm5650wA6mS074w-zI21Y-jTEbdD8wAcXjDnSn_EbI5G4GVdsNQ53M-Il0O5dbM_kwUx_yqbsKIhvL4cyBZeMAS1G2HoHJk54tqH_EVzIbDwq6ts4ivQZems3APgoY4OX5k0sMLoaZfJvO4SFvhWrVHVrUf=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Signage in the elevator</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-70079193410923498292022-02-26T16:50:00.001+01:002022-02-26T17:06:22.388+01:00The Semla is Here!<p> </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAVRSKRz8PWgsSXYDplOYZdAzFWMsiDlphSvY4wmWw2Wqr828alY6JClgAkRy7Vn0ajK97KCznxHVPnbXOS20Rkv2cwsNmCu8a-CGGxSqmW9ea3bkEBuBPkLss3h_-wRKP3nrbAy6mwLA/s1600/semla3.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAVRSKRz8PWgsSXYDplOYZdAzFWMsiDlphSvY4wmWw2Wqr828alY6JClgAkRy7Vn0ajK97KCznxHVPnbXOS20Rkv2cwsNmCu8a-CGGxSqmW9ea3bkEBuBPkLss3h_-wRKP3nrbAy6mwLA/s320/semla3.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">The semla in all her glory!</td></tr></tbody></table>It is that time of the year when the windows and shelves of cafés and bakeries all through Sweden are filled with a very Scandinavian pastry: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semla" target="_blank">the Semla</a>. Traditionalists get a bit upset that semlor (plural of semla) are sold this early in the year. According to tradition, they should be made, sold and eaten on <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shrove_Tuesday" target="_blank">Shrove Tuesday </a>which is the last day before the fasting period of Lent. This year it falls on March 1st. But, just like how Christmas comes earlier every year, so does the appearance of semlor in cafés and bakeries. You will see these delicious pastries in most cafés and bakeries during the nexty couple of weeks.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1pV-cEKz7xN8rdKJ7XjG5cWWggRP-NnlPKCWokXbtmu6LdcDWT25sucq12qkdPB-BtpGWihS5Exr-Ft2DwRFlQz8sGDjF60aGec9_xS-0TIW5l0cumKrLG5vcPO8YnaW5PmpsJbIYb0o/s1600/semla2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1pV-cEKz7xN8rdKJ7XjG5cWWggRP-NnlPKCWokXbtmu6LdcDWT25sucq12qkdPB-BtpGWihS5Exr-Ft2DwRFlQz8sGDjF60aGec9_xS-0TIW5l0cumKrLG5vcPO8YnaW5PmpsJbIYb0o/s320/semla2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">"Hetvägg", but hard to see the milk on a white plate.</td></tr></tbody></table>A semla is made out of a cardomom spiced wheat bun, filled with a mix of milk and almond paste and then topped with whipped cream. Some people like to eat their semla in a bowl of hot milk, which is called <i>hetvägg</i>. But whether in milk or on its' own, these pastries are consumed in the millions. Over 40 million annually in Sweden alone which is pretty good when you consider that our population is just under 10 million. They are quite filling and be careful of eating too many in one sitting. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adolf_Frederick,_King_of_Sweden" target="_blank">King Adolf Fredrik</a> (a Swedish king in the 1700's) died of digestion problems after rounding off a big meal with 14 servings of <i>hetvägg</i>! People today are bit more health conscious than they were back then... so you will often find a smaller version (mini-semlor) next to the full size version. Perfect if you want the taste but not consume the full calorie bomb.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYEfFwYCfWAVfqBeOSkceGU_Z0maw0n3t4499IDB4NjMUsA-j80dygIX7-7KPgWVkxScYTqFcy0jgEDthC_TWwAh_105MnCVCljPbelvMqhyPbn00F3_zWmamy3A3fZJGU0v7ik45bIsE/s1600/semla1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYEfFwYCfWAVfqBeOSkceGU_Z0maw0n3t4499IDB4NjMUsA-j80dygIX7-7KPgWVkxScYTqFcy0jgEDthC_TWwAh_105MnCVCljPbelvMqhyPbn00F3_zWmamy3A3fZJGU0v7ik45bIsE/s320/semla1.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Mini-semlor lined up and ready for consumption.<br /><div><br /></div></td></tr></tbody></table>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-22275626047749691462022-02-16T12:42:00.004+01:002022-02-16T22:02:21.189+01:00Pierre et Gilles Exhibition at the Museum of Spirits<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiS0Jp94YE7DMmClDd0C84JZoH2c2HiwZeG2D_sCL4PwcGtXuTfUlHxIWArRfrYIxHM0e8UygWspjl5QtA4fBnn0pzI-sowz6Ws98LQPajwQnLQMmbezHwQWtgOdM2L70g_C68At-zDS2TZJdeDx7AuxYC80212XxhmShK5QALLJw1mobP0LQxNyb5C=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiS0Jp94YE7DMmClDd0C84JZoH2c2HiwZeG2D_sCL4PwcGtXuTfUlHxIWArRfrYIxHM0e8UygWspjl5QtA4fBnn0pzI-sowz6Ws98LQPajwQnLQMmbezHwQWtgOdM2L70g_C68At-zDS2TZJdeDx7AuxYC80212XxhmShK5QALLJw1mobP0LQxNyb5C=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br />Yesterday, I visited the <a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Museum of Spirits</a> ("Spritmuseum") with a friend to see the newly opened Pierre et Gilles exhibition: <a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/utstallning/pierre-et-gilles-troubled-waters/" target="_blank">"Troubled Waters"</a> (showing until September 8th). I have always been a fan of the work of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierre_et_Gilles" target="_blank">Pierre et Gilles</a> and had been looking forward to the exhibition. It was the first time seeing their work on a grand scale and not in a book or magazine... they did not disappoint. In fact, I believe that this is the first time they have had an exhibition of their art in Sweden.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjD_H30k45fb4reyRPuUfMaFEjgIiqzLGOcFTTarQaJ68qwNwUGnrGVkCFo7VcM5U0G22RupHrYPWzkxc14omXKYxgIG35Cm5Lav-AQddAZTLtCi2p4-OCe1_amo4pxC4vy8gpJ4AAeoVf_X-yvoLIqxKXnoQd8zagrHTtVIrN-YvJCuqwY_d-wWyAF=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjD_H30k45fb4reyRPuUfMaFEjgIiqzLGOcFTTarQaJ68qwNwUGnrGVkCFo7VcM5U0G22RupHrYPWzkxc14omXKYxgIG35Cm5Lav-AQddAZTLtCi2p4-OCe1_amo4pxC4vy8gpJ4AAeoVf_X-yvoLIqxKXnoQd8zagrHTtVIrN-YvJCuqwY_d-wWyAF=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>When talking with hotel guests, I usually have to explain the name of the museum refers to drinkable spirits and not the kind that rattle chains and say "boo". The museum has been open in their current <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Museum+of+Spirits/@59.3270972,18.0939007,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xd7c11e617fe15ee1!8m2!3d59.326938!4d18.0937577" target="_blank">location on Djurgården</a> since 2012. And while one might not necessarily equate art with spirits, they actually quite often have art exhibitions including parts of the <a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/collections/absolut-art-collection/" target="_blank">Absolut (vodka) Art Collection</a> now and again (not being currently shown). The museum is well worth a visit, whether you are interested in seeing a temporary art exhibition or if you wish to take a deep dive into the colorful history of the relationship Swedes have had with alcohol. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgeZvqSDznn453h-cmq7OUWI9JUhAJ_KGMkLQb4SEFDb85_LzIsdqDfjDDn-EaTeE_78zajxEizjNgsVMdaDsvPosx7r_FFY72IUt8I-3-drZj3jac_HQODgSu3lQ5sro07iKegwI8qzzl263YNr6IhtpWXsi9l5wkzyHJQy5MnLF21YXAYO_5FvNhb=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgeZvqSDznn453h-cmq7OUWI9JUhAJ_KGMkLQb4SEFDb85_LzIsdqDfjDDn-EaTeE_78zajxEizjNgsVMdaDsvPosx7r_FFY72IUt8I-3-drZj3jac_HQODgSu3lQ5sro07iKegwI8qzzl263YNr6IhtpWXsi9l5wkzyHJQy5MnLF21YXAYO_5FvNhb=s320" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Pierre et Gilles are a French pop art duo. Their work has often been connected with fashion designers and pop stars... advertisements, record sleeves, music videos, etc. They work in tandem to create their artwork, with one taking photographs (Pierre) and the other painting on the photograph (Gilles) when it has been printed on canvas. Their work is always an explosion of color and often a mix of camp, light homoeroticism and religious/classic iconography. It should be noted that no photo-shopping is used in their artwork. An important distinction these days</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhSL4fCPuWamrpMySleTZ-KSpHCB0nTqvFaoYbK4vxz0eOGxFHykaXITuik7MSJl4s2SX06MHHcJx6PpR578I-IAMIG20EMosq4jmi-NBjqMcw48TU24s4ag6uLloZQJoyZhpdIPh4qfq_mjR3HxZowM4OFQmIJkAAsqEZ5Ec0ncUhx-9hh-4CyNXn2=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhSL4fCPuWamrpMySleTZ-KSpHCB0nTqvFaoYbK4vxz0eOGxFHykaXITuik7MSJl4s2SX06MHHcJx6PpR578I-IAMIG20EMosq4jmi-NBjqMcw48TU24s4ag6uLloZQJoyZhpdIPh4qfq_mjR3HxZowM4OFQmIJkAAsqEZ5Ec0ncUhx-9hh-4CyNXn2=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>While at the museum, we also visited another ongoing <a href="https://spritmuseum.se/en/utstallning/exhibition-about-gin/" target="_blank">exhibition about Gin</a> (until October 30th). Sweden, which has always been a nation of vodka and aquavit, has seen a huge upswing in craft gin over the past few years. It really has been quite the trend and hard to miss if you are out and about. They have even opened exclusive gin bars in Stockholm including <a href="https://hernogin.com/hernoginbar/" target="_blank">Hernö Gin Bar</a> just around the corner from <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>. With all this said, it was indeed fascinating to see the exhibition on gin.. covering the history of gin in Sweden, how it is made and taking a look at the recent trend of gin distilling and sales in the country.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjIpi0O7j8DjNRnE-mwOInk7mw8shKYOc4vXVK_1RNDBZl9cZPzjbUVEqyXqlCosWbQ83owqY4QuSWBK6mE135NhQGRf43UgPYdJN_DlLSy9XlZWW1h1FfC0hKLaZmbHbLxcfZx8vtO4smZTMjlpT00zyjIoMXWHWlpqmLP1tNGpNZ6YtYBpBF7xctX=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjIpi0O7j8DjNRnE-mwOInk7mw8shKYOc4vXVK_1RNDBZl9cZPzjbUVEqyXqlCosWbQ83owqY4QuSWBK6mE135NhQGRf43UgPYdJN_DlLSy9XlZWW1h1FfC0hKLaZmbHbLxcfZx8vtO4smZTMjlpT00zyjIoMXWHWlpqmLP1tNGpNZ6YtYBpBF7xctX=s320" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>As I mentioned earlier, the Museum of Spirits <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Museum+of+Spirits/@59.3270972,18.0939007,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xd7c11e617fe15ee1!8m2!3d59.326938!4d18.0937577" target="_blank">is located on</a> the island of Djurgården, in the same area as many of Stockholm's <a href="https://royaldjurgarden.se/en/do/" target="_blank">most popular attractions</a> like the <a href="https://www.vasamuseet.se/en" target="_blank">Vasa Museum</a>, <a href="https://www.skansen.se/en/" target="_blank">Skansen</a>, <a href="https://www.gronalund.com/en" target="_blank">Gröna Lund</a> and <a href="https://abbathemuseum.com/en/" target="_blank">ABBA the Museum</a>. In fact, they are located on the waterfront right next to a few other newer museums (<a href="https://thevikingmuseum.com/en/" target="_blank">Viking Museum</a>, <a href="https://www.vrak.se/en/" target="_blank">Museum of Wrecks</a> as well as the aforementioned Vasa Museum) on a promenade that people are starting to call "museum row". This all means that you can easily combine a visit at the Museum of Spirits with other museums when visiting Stockholm. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwQVYP5xEeygphuq09JDuq7ojwOVC8c0VGksUM738Nc4nrmxHmDHNqvK0TD5IB-gQ75Ot7r1fzALb4ZUjVNz2UHLxHeObLd1gkn65F6U6KnX9LOdYgqceXGK1gfYEiebsS2vk-qHfMBUQ4skrmloJ6MaUFN4Qjxy6PxyvhvQQK5wIW3FzxxcT8l0HL=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwQVYP5xEeygphuq09JDuq7ojwOVC8c0VGksUM738Nc4nrmxHmDHNqvK0TD5IB-gQ75Ot7r1fzALb4ZUjVNz2UHLxHeObLd1gkn65F6U6KnX9LOdYgqceXGK1gfYEiebsS2vk-qHfMBUQ4skrmloJ6MaUFN4Qjxy6PxyvhvQQK5wIW3FzxxcT8l0HL=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The easiest way to get to the museum from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> is by taking the cross harbor <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2017/09/djurgard-ferry-best-way-to-get-to.html" target="_blank">Djurgård Ferry</a> which departs from nearby Gamla Stan every 15 minutes or so (the trip only takes 10 minutes). If you are in the downtown area, you can also take the <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2018/09/djurgarden-tram-extension-complete.html" target="_blank">Djurgård tram</a> out to the island and museums. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOPHnRrBJkKesaMWpJPFbyOlyNOx7zhewSkJQ-yNDZH-HodyZ2V8pAr4fd3iw6m2mQjc3mKnXvitrcmkjsHxiaJLKM7jQMAwzlAraJKUIrlmhksr0qAW_fmJQrYHyrArcP4efAuKLEY-Ry0rYFSf8mmwnpMje-ApAqx0qYYi4YJXxiX_tPo0UAgfOS=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOPHnRrBJkKesaMWpJPFbyOlyNOx7zhewSkJQ-yNDZH-HodyZ2V8pAr4fd3iw6m2mQjc3mKnXvitrcmkjsHxiaJLKM7jQMAwzlAraJKUIrlmhksr0qAW_fmJQrYHyrArcP4efAuKLEY-Ry0rYFSf8mmwnpMje-ApAqx0qYYi4YJXxiX_tPo0UAgfOS=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgTfvdxSY0RO4Rn3SPDcJ0LavbwHf0id86TLD5hdeJoZeSe_qkcb9dVoAYNU4iDXO2d9p0ix6SrLn4oWfnPJglDgMFAIwQduio-fk5-5hmgZ0dqIjOe2WVrQixOwMBi9rZVyGNVzH9rM7KsbOTkNGI0LuJhmgH2sxgKz0lzvi5TOe7by3uZoFM4GjXh=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgTfvdxSY0RO4Rn3SPDcJ0LavbwHf0id86TLD5hdeJoZeSe_qkcb9dVoAYNU4iDXO2d9p0ix6SrLn4oWfnPJglDgMFAIwQduio-fk5-5hmgZ0dqIjOe2WVrQixOwMBi9rZVyGNVzH9rM7KsbOTkNGI0LuJhmgH2sxgKz0lzvi5TOe7by3uZoFM4GjXh=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-36395743723330924982022-02-09T16:31:00.003+01:002022-02-09T16:31:47.817+01:00Covid Restrictions Lifted in Sweden<p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_B8hFMTmATgo7iHjn4VQA6vofgFM6UNYAIo0qxFTJ4bYnlQIecRPVj3SlFUyoXYzPgEUP_kulxzGN9OGmV7GfWA5Ezr-XWTjwP7MnWCkLKSTnPYxHzQHeCDiGfAtWXtieQaz81_afgBCa47ey5Hgxo2C4veU1HemzcEmqLL2LDBrNv1QAuxauFTxZ=s992" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="662" data-original-width="992" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_B8hFMTmATgo7iHjn4VQA6vofgFM6UNYAIo0qxFTJ4bYnlQIecRPVj3SlFUyoXYzPgEUP_kulxzGN9OGmV7GfWA5Ezr-XWTjwP7MnWCkLKSTnPYxHzQHeCDiGfAtWXtieQaz81_afgBCa47ey5Hgxo2C4veU1HemzcEmqLL2LDBrNv1QAuxauFTxZ=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">City Hall in Sunrise<br />Photo by Björn Olin/mediabank.visitstockholm.com</td></tr></tbody></table><br />I am back from my vacation and I can start by reporting on some good news... as of today, February 9th, all Covid restrictions have been removed in Sweden. For visitors, this means that there are no restrictions for restaurants in regards to opening hours, placement of tables and amount of guests per table. Shops and boutiques no longer have restrictions on the amount of patrons allowed into the store at the same time. Theatres, sporting events, cinemas and other indoor venues no longer have restrictions on the amount of guests allowed to attend events.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjrIyp89DUY7McqXaZk6Zn-c3AnfyXWQkIV7j1U_Tf2qDEJoi4jaKb5lSs8tBqIQCnF5FXa-y7FsiAg2CLz_Eq_e3fGoAXfLWA7eGpJtvcQsH7T08j7Kxqtcb9WapjzrddiyBRdH4LWbzvvMj_V2xIRZQUbBL-fnc6AYfXPKiLt5hAWP0Cr94g-zMVb=s832" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="832" data-original-width="684" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjrIyp89DUY7McqXaZk6Zn-c3AnfyXWQkIV7j1U_Tf2qDEJoi4jaKb5lSs8tBqIQCnF5FXa-y7FsiAg2CLz_Eq_e3fGoAXfLWA7eGpJtvcQsH7T08j7Kxqtcb9WapjzrddiyBRdH4LWbzvvMj_V2xIRZQUbBL-fnc6AYfXPKiLt5hAWP0Cr94g-zMVb=s320" width="263" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stortorget in Gamla Stan<br />Photo by Visit Stockholm/mediabank.visitstockholm.com</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><p>In regards to travel to Sweden, the government has now removed all entry restrictions from other EU/EAA countries and Switzerland. There are still restrictions in place (until March 31st) for entry from other countries. This may include Covid vaccination certificates or proof of negative Covid test. Check with your airline or embassy for more information. <a href="https://www.krisinformation.se/en/hazards-and-risks/disasters-and-incidents/2020/official-information-on-the-new-coronavirus/current-rules-and-recommendations" target="_blank">Click here</a> and <a href="https://www.krisinformation.se/en/hazards-and-risks/disasters-and-incidents/2020/official-information-on-the-new-coronavirus/travel-restrictions" target="_blank">here</a> for current information in English.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgl8Jzr9kZuvNHUyqpdXFb-Ai-JpoLLMyFubjyntu5omGTkF4iy6-E45PI-97DW6adakAwNj8BKaLbE8Zl7UA294xsQjttgL62IDscQ6cZCb4ivVJDRoLaAerd5jB8to7HluOl-EbutZvkQvJLiXpg2ncQbeWo-OElqNL_62DZnfz_ATQvxKoUvaP3q=s832" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="832" data-original-width="625" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgl8Jzr9kZuvNHUyqpdXFb-Ai-JpoLLMyFubjyntu5omGTkF4iy6-E45PI-97DW6adakAwNj8BKaLbE8Zl7UA294xsQjttgL62IDscQ6cZCb4ivVJDRoLaAerd5jB8to7HluOl-EbutZvkQvJLiXpg2ncQbeWo-OElqNL_62DZnfz_ATQvxKoUvaP3q=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stockholm View (Södermalm)<br />Photo by Visit Stockholm/mediabank.visitstockholm.com</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><p>There are two important things to remember... firstly, as we have learned over the past two years, the Covid situation can change quickly. So, take the above information on travel restrictions with a grain of salt and make sure you keep updated on all current restrictions in case any changes happen. Secondly, just because restrictions have been lifted, it doesn't mean that the pandemic is over. Numbers are still relatively high when it comes to new transmissions. Follow all recommendations, especially when it comes to social distancing and hygiene. Stay safe and vigilant and we can make sure restrictions don't return!</p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-63326562399832600732021-12-17T11:00:00.004+01:002022-02-04T11:50:12.762+01:00Gingerbread House Exhibition at ArkDes<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcPoXsSznYnhNRetGKz8_TGDc2JAxVjBKz1aG2jOYogSOW7Txkg0nnKOkXBmVgf7nhkwsma1hbl72q7gw3Gjtv3n-SbJHdidwpKSKZiakIy5MxawMbKUuiA6VOv6PeKnYG7R8ScQgapmjetX9ZyRQC_dSozGa6tsHIdKGOkogRhtjGtGDSqxSb2KK4=s546" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="546" data-original-width="476" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcPoXsSznYnhNRetGKz8_TGDc2JAxVjBKz1aG2jOYogSOW7Txkg0nnKOkXBmVgf7nhkwsma1hbl72q7gw3Gjtv3n-SbJHdidwpKSKZiakIy5MxawMbKUuiA6VOv6PeKnYG7R8ScQgapmjetX9ZyRQC_dSozGa6tsHIdKGOkogRhtjGtGDSqxSb2KK4=s320" width="279" /></a></div><br />One of the fun, annual holiday events in Stockholm is the <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/gingerbread-house-2019/" target="_blank">Gingerbread House exhibition</a> at the museum <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/" target="_blank">ArkDes</a> (Sweden's National Center for Architecture and Design). This is actually a competition as well and the entries are all on display in the exhibition, until January 9th, with winners being awarded on December 19th. And... you can vote for your favorite either at the museum or on <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/gingerbread-house-2019/" target="_blank">their website</a>.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhJAL5pgy_ovEvH1Nu4XLaJJrK0ZEZWUucEldPiwHbCayz7mymRKPaj0pTitNmSdARRakHx7swu2T1jRCN7CwOi4n833a8Xf6tnwSDXoCN0D5pEGMFL2OutOYICnmMTTVzJ_lvNn4M-zLoF2G65k0oPF-smNk7uvfOV21pWymVkwVStrUD-AaxXIhoT=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="514" data-original-width="640" height="257" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhJAL5pgy_ovEvH1Nu4XLaJJrK0ZEZWUucEldPiwHbCayz7mymRKPaj0pTitNmSdARRakHx7swu2T1jRCN7CwOi4n833a8Xf6tnwSDXoCN0D5pEGMFL2OutOYICnmMTTVzJ_lvNn4M-zLoF2G65k0oPF-smNk7uvfOV21pWymVkwVStrUD-AaxXIhoT=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>What makes this competition more fun and interesting is that the competitors are split into three categories: architects, people who love to bake and children 12 years or younger. So... you have a wide range of abilities, creativity and points of view. Every year, they have a theme for the competition. This year it is "together". </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjP0ydeJhJTJr9MxWXAJNFfGTI4o1gJxHZ00tbyM7tGxouSwaLQ_Ac2pFW8WgIeKzkpXXEZNH6I39p3a69vngfnWqtV16tX6xPvmUOijeNpbDyAx7Xo8R4EzZ3KUyLzHEsbTGjpMMSn4nK5Hx1KaAkFy2D8KWWBcEf_V6HCD4jdMAa9xoo7_GG8KtAb=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjP0ydeJhJTJr9MxWXAJNFfGTI4o1gJxHZ00tbyM7tGxouSwaLQ_Ac2pFW8WgIeKzkpXXEZNH6I39p3a69vngfnWqtV16tX6xPvmUOijeNpbDyAx7Xo8R4EzZ3KUyLzHEsbTGjpMMSn4nK5Hx1KaAkFy2D8KWWBcEf_V6HCD4jdMAa9xoo7_GG8KtAb=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The theme is especially poignant (and obviously chosen) because of the pandemic. Though it was funny to read how some of the children incorporated the theme (or at least the word) into their work. One child, who made a gingerbread model of the Titanic sinking, explained: "together they had the same dream, but not the same fate. Some survived, others didn't. But they struggled together". Cute, not totally incorrect, if perhaps a bit macabre...</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiBmcBx44vyvi05dbIiwLDy7bQOMvGlOxAmM7APyQrPANJfY8FmIDi0liiuM43LO2BCUDR_IVTHsEe1m8IyXSYQKlwuCiAfzD3CbCZv5UisIndb-11ZSnLlCqRrYpgtFjphsGEkEn1_W9jBHYANU_u4VL2tbXUC0epucx968K5xPCErqv7BPt92sSCg=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="638" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiBmcBx44vyvi05dbIiwLDy7bQOMvGlOxAmM7APyQrPANJfY8FmIDi0liiuM43LO2BCUDR_IVTHsEe1m8IyXSYQKlwuCiAfzD3CbCZv5UisIndb-11ZSnLlCqRrYpgtFjphsGEkEn1_W9jBHYANU_u4VL2tbXUC0epucx968K5xPCErqv7BPt92sSCg=s320" width="319" /></a></div><p></p><p>There is NO admission to visit the exhibition, which will be showing through January 9th. If you are interested in architecture and design, don't miss visiting <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/utstallningar/" target="_blank">other exhibitions</a> in the museum. <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/ArkDes/@59.3258404,18.0850112,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x357960c2279f53e9!8m2!3d59.3259557!4d18.0853006" target="_blank">ArkDes is located</a> on the island of Skeppsholmen, in the same complex as <a href="https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/" target="_blank">Moderna</a>, the modern art museum. In fact, they share the same entrance and are a great museum pair to visit in one afternoon.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhyvymxsvJUIT_-onc1c4BVo55tSNOPEmePzKY2ogpjB2KmYvNuBslvgR5836o-pZp3GQDwC7iKfMOtJMLEDgElDD9bELxgNKM2P3OSWI3zTCbv1P75LgYucHoJxO0oRZ39RuQJJyVZ6zTeWl7cFFnUJkreLnh8laYN3dJQEIf-ZXcO0wFh-WfbsY9K=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhyvymxsvJUIT_-onc1c4BVo55tSNOPEmePzKY2ogpjB2KmYvNuBslvgR5836o-pZp3GQDwC7iKfMOtJMLEDgElDD9bELxgNKM2P3OSWI3zTCbv1P75LgYucHoJxO0oRZ39RuQJJyVZ6zTeWl7cFFnUJkreLnh8laYN3dJQEIf-ZXcO0wFh-WfbsY9K=s320" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>The easiest way to get there from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a> </b>is either by<b> </b>taking the <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2017/09/djurgard-ferry-best-way-to-get-to.html" target="_blank">Djurgård ferry</a> from nearby Gamla Stan (just tell the staff that you which to disembark at Skeppsholmen) or else walking across <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Skeppsholmsbron,+Stockholm/@59.3271563,18.0772715,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f9d579a67de39:0x40bd4432337984ba!8m2!3d59.3271563!4d18.0794602" target="_blank">the bridge that connects</a> the island to the downtown area. Great views of the old town and royal palace from the bridge!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjv8Mq0q_v514qpQGFPMIc_N9GNu52lVpOtJyfK6e9-u5xT76d8OqbLquXwl632gNvO7FusZyXllnYJY5_nZkVisNwqye1Xu4UA08rIAmuj8ML2uysEqqrCnpyYCapjODtcuItPr2DQa8crMP5QoBldIYAKcxM0lj8jn1M6RzjyvF4lXKZHbr0mFYGg=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjv8Mq0q_v514qpQGFPMIc_N9GNu52lVpOtJyfK6e9-u5xT76d8OqbLquXwl632gNvO7FusZyXllnYJY5_nZkVisNwqye1Xu4UA08rIAmuj8ML2uysEqqrCnpyYCapjODtcuItPr2DQa8crMP5QoBldIYAKcxM0lj8jn1M6RzjyvF4lXKZHbr0mFYGg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgTyG7KyvBD1bpjde07btIRjvPooq6tNI2sz2eFQP_1cqaxgJ5vlZ3pbOca_anXOQDTStN5qPWhdw_OJRIYAXylWQzas67x-8TdgH2T2Hu7UOQDlflagCDmaSVdOZjVNKArotxGDqWRbxyYHLC3e8SFI-guZRebnnl4UwGzLsce3rC_oJhWqQSWwjrU=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgTyG7KyvBD1bpjde07btIRjvPooq6tNI2sz2eFQP_1cqaxgJ5vlZ3pbOca_anXOQDTStN5qPWhdw_OJRIYAXylWQzas67x-8TdgH2T2Hu7UOQDlflagCDmaSVdOZjVNKArotxGDqWRbxyYHLC3e8SFI-guZRebnnl4UwGzLsce3rC_oJhWqQSWwjrU=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br />The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-66969644299860845502021-12-15T12:58:00.001+01:002021-12-15T12:58:25.450+01:00Restaurant: The Hills<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiFEYbWTs11zxpTbS03WX_r8VNbtW1CeZUOLTtRLk_Nb3lfB3Y6HQ3vw11EeHcgqRMBqk4yJuj0NF7A8cj451B4d8O3wWDAuMpj2DKdjR27ZPaedoRQtPYU2mo_L56vRZUk_ncgcqL6Iv2Rz2SeQeQRlN_vsyoTLJA1Zm_Gl8AH0xFyWHF60_CFT1FN=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiFEYbWTs11zxpTbS03WX_r8VNbtW1CeZUOLTtRLk_Nb3lfB3Y6HQ3vw11EeHcgqRMBqk4yJuj0NF7A8cj451B4d8O3wWDAuMpj2DKdjR27ZPaedoRQtPYU2mo_L56vRZUk_ncgcqL6Iv2Rz2SeQeQRlN_vsyoTLJA1Zm_Gl8AH0xFyWHF60_CFT1FN=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br />I went out for dinner recently with some fellow expats to celebrate Thanksgiving. No turkey, but we still had a delicious dinner at the restaurant <a href="https://www.thehillsstockholm.se/" target="_blank">The Hills</a>. I had been to the Hills a couple of times earlier, but usually just for drinks and mostly in the summer when they have a great outdoor seating area. So it was high time that I tried their menu!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhQCZh32SiBtPa-Ly_bK-2yU5yjSXlyYgA7yS-IgXCVx7Iap-jmZLDL2u6yQ3CY1c714duLoXZsdx2kjcnQCjvmD46Nh1G5hJF1X2lC-OrCEA0hjdEvXdSvtj-15YzSZAZiWcEPSjAu4wVEUWBPikoKajKrgHQZvaSRazmWIHMOVGGGbqlEr0Q2sX8k=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhQCZh32SiBtPa-Ly_bK-2yU5yjSXlyYgA7yS-IgXCVx7Iap-jmZLDL2u6yQ3CY1c714duLoXZsdx2kjcnQCjvmD46Nh1G5hJF1X2lC-OrCEA0hjdEvXdSvtj-15YzSZAZiWcEPSjAu4wVEUWBPikoKajKrgHQZvaSRazmWIHMOVGGGbqlEr0Q2sX8k=s320" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Hills/@59.3168289,18.072087,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x82a6b411c7537ba!8m2!3d59.3168289!4d18.072087" target="_blank">The restaurant is located</a> on the pedestrian part of the street Götgatan (called Götgatsbacken by the locals), which is just a 10 minute walk from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>. "Götgatsbacken" basically means <i>Götgatan's hill</i> and refers to the way the street slopes down towards Slussen and Gamla Stan. There are many restaurants, bars and boutiques on this street, making it a popular place for pedestrians to stroll. The Hills is open for both lunch and dinner, so it is a good place to take a break if you are shopping in the area. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglZJiJPO6rNXeXOa5dcs-fIMZbaDkXS25ZP4F0t3QEVVcBra_KWOuUUtD9Kk0TGbDLqgDBdC-_jqtH5LQsNl7eFgqn01sqVWfniWAOoJ3RwfPthlhhhAIqeo7UKf2_hjPsTppXzZZ0VGsxScx6FFxLWd944GJU38ppm6nD8wWLGKTWQrjgIBgZaUcQ=s519" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="519" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglZJiJPO6rNXeXOa5dcs-fIMZbaDkXS25ZP4F0t3QEVVcBra_KWOuUUtD9Kk0TGbDLqgDBdC-_jqtH5LQsNl7eFgqn01sqVWfniWAOoJ3RwfPthlhhhAIqeo7UKf2_hjPsTppXzZZ0VGsxScx6FFxLWd944GJU38ppm6nD8wWLGKTWQrjgIBgZaUcQ=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The interior is beautiful with gorgeous tilework and a great central bar. Jonas Bohlin, the designer, has also done the interiors for other classic Stockholm restaurants like Sturehof and Riche. I would describe the menu as a mix of rustic French with Swedish cuisine. My colleagues had the Moules Marinières and I had the grilled Tuna steak, seared to perfection. Everything was delicious and the service attentive. If you wish to book a table at The Hills, <a href="https://www.thehillsstockholm.se/" target="_blank">visit their website</a> or, if you are staying at the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>, contact me directly for assistance.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-7880458353121589022021-11-24T15:46:00.001+01:002021-11-24T15:46:42.555+01:00Christmas Market in Gamla Stan (old town)<p><a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/11/stockholm-christmas-calendar-and.html" target="_blank"></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh63SsNmbOlQcyi70SeZ7RPFbEO0r1gN7ZLxnYwfJzg-rxxbNDhx8BTGMgOX1DTaenhVAK_viIQc2d_6zVOxbGa3bEsDRgbrqfvHbrqzqeiqrYFnu0KHzVt-ATG8U_3A8ODXdTCZe3jpVU/s640/julma2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh63SsNmbOlQcyi70SeZ7RPFbEO0r1gN7ZLxnYwfJzg-rxxbNDhx8BTGMgOX1DTaenhVAK_viIQc2d_6zVOxbGa3bEsDRgbrqfvHbrqzqeiqrYFnu0KHzVt-ATG8U_3A8ODXdTCZe3jpVU/s320/julma2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />I recently posted a list of Christmas Markets in Stockholm this coming season, but I thought I would write a special post about the market in Gamla Stan (old town) which recently opened for the season. Especially as this is the main, and most popular, Christmas market in Stockholm! I stopped by early on Monday when they had just, in order to avoid any crowds, to pick up some necessities. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjF_0kmYp_eSGAoFSIOIUvfKhubm8N39FLSsfjbHH-rPsB37sQ7580n0_wXwdk_O7IVl_TcQ5fg7w0RqhzbL3LCA9ISVXEaORmvhdnix_71yyirK031txGWcb4F6qqxEZBXdcxzTRBvOg/s640/julma6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjF_0kmYp_eSGAoFSIOIUvfKhubm8N39FLSsfjbHH-rPsB37sQ7580n0_wXwdk_O7IVl_TcQ5fg7w0RqhzbL3LCA9ISVXEaORmvhdnix_71yyirK031txGWcb4F6qqxEZBXdcxzTRBvOg/s320/julma6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>While this isn't any "official" Stockholm Christmas Market... <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Stortorget,+111+29+Stockholm/@59.3251078,18.0684898,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f77e2621b911f:0xf209e902c54ec47b!8m2!3d59.3251078!4d18.0706785" target="_blank">its central location</a>, generous opening hours and historic atmosphere has made it the city's most well known market. In fact, you will often find this market on lists of Scandinavia or Europe's best Christmas markets. The market, in its current form, has been around since 1915... however, there have been Christmas markets on some typr, on and off, here since the 1300's. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAlx3NmAGPdHcA908aUeHNNw_DFh7IGu0LRszPswjzXCq3eKZhYCvE74Pa0sKX2sV8PAm0Kl2L9Wso4d-OiSA4BCLywXaV-s3cfQRIyRmukTcfe2mXm773wCY3nSYLkrx758w9jelPx10/s640/julmark2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAlx3NmAGPdHcA908aUeHNNw_DFh7IGu0LRszPswjzXCq3eKZhYCvE74Pa0sKX2sV8PAm0Kl2L9Wso4d-OiSA4BCLywXaV-s3cfQRIyRmukTcfe2mXm773wCY3nSYLkrx758w9jelPx10/s320/julmark2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>This is also the only Christmas Market that is open daily throughout the season: Nov 20th to Dec 23rd, daily from 11am to 6pm. This makes it very convenient to visit. <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/11/stockholm-christmas-calendar-and.html" target="_blank">Other markets</a>, while very nice, are just open on weekends or just a certain weekend. It is just a 15 minute walk from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a>,</b> otherwise the closest subway station is Gamla Stan (red and green lines). </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWR5cL1L9rkcCMEkvf_l4IcKk2Z-Yv9wXSr0lwsqnn0Rw2m6WUjWONqekMNJJwSmyQ5eQ9Dwv0EKzuh-V_v2qYRafxFbrxP1vaBwIbaI_TKYzsRqu3Fkup8xlY-4DHO25-x-Wx3eTxvHQ/s640/jul6.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="478" data-original-width="640" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWR5cL1L9rkcCMEkvf_l4IcKk2Z-Yv9wXSr0lwsqnn0Rw2m6WUjWONqekMNJJwSmyQ5eQ9Dwv0EKzuh-V_v2qYRafxFbrxP1vaBwIbaI_TKYzsRqu3Fkup8xlY-4DHO25-x-Wx3eTxvHQ/s320/jul6.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The market has around <a href="https://www.stortorgetsjulmarknad.com/julbodarna/" target="_blank">40 different vendors</a> and they sell a wide variety of fun, Swedish holiday items... everything from ornaments, holiday decorations, candles, local handicraft to traditional delicacies like sausages, marmalades, bread, candy and even glögg (mulled wine). Besides the ornaments, I like just walking around the stalls to get into the holiday spirit. Especially if we have some snow!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9A2M1b6Jewk7ZKJX7OhpdL8d28MhFyDnu6RWah_4e7R2UmVw4a6s-HZnq7zKty8JLcxcFPBYGAtiPrXjjlgKrZW69RMO3DgjW4LZiPlNxisXRaR_Z8EZ8OvYKPW8Xd-1bz_Wi1d_hqo0/s640/julma5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9A2M1b6Jewk7ZKJX7OhpdL8d28MhFyDnu6RWah_4e7R2UmVw4a6s-HZnq7zKty8JLcxcFPBYGAtiPrXjjlgKrZW69RMO3DgjW4LZiPlNxisXRaR_Z8EZ8OvYKPW8Xd-1bz_Wi1d_hqo0/s320/julma5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-1272730826578662192021-11-18T14:11:00.003+01:002021-11-18T14:11:34.687+01:00Winter Pedestrian Streets 2021<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik70-UraipCz9aC7A5pqSzGt9iBnEBiqkq6yMdqFuvEgk3oKIxAvXQHCHGacnDE1f2RaM9SiDmy-xV3NWEctzFFtMYgHFVtn5V0YUsZhcKbAggejs1eT0d1EVDDbQY9jY4E45PMTSt8Jo/s640/vintgat1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik70-UraipCz9aC7A5pqSzGt9iBnEBiqkq6yMdqFuvEgk3oKIxAvXQHCHGacnDE1f2RaM9SiDmy-xV3NWEctzFFtMYgHFVtn5V0YUsZhcKbAggejs1eT0d1EVDDbQY9jY4E45PMTSt8Jo/s320/vintgat1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />For the past few years, the city of Stockholm has made certain streets pedestrian during the summer months. This has been very popular with both visitors and locals alike. Restaurants and cafés can have larger outdoor seating areas, they have added benches and it livens up the neighborhoods. <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/05/summer-pedestrian-streets-2021.html" target="_blank">I have often blogged</a> about this as one of the streets, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Swedenborgsgatan,+Stockholm/@59.3149952,18.0622124,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f77ef87741235:0x218ce80321374486!8m2!3d59.3149952!4d18.0644011" target="_blank">Swedenborgsgatan</a>, is just around the corner from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaG-L4sCALe1ogkkjJBUdFakmz_6q3xSmAOPpg1fMVVifhdr0uHH65REEEqY3H8CawR9yNHViQWI_qg_ggD5icASrmBcr4JDP7zf0VbuoilEldcK8iV9dkGENca6OALe5aMOsjAz4m_mo/s640/vintgat2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaG-L4sCALe1ogkkjJBUdFakmz_6q3xSmAOPpg1fMVVifhdr0uHH65REEEqY3H8CawR9yNHViQWI_qg_ggD5icASrmBcr4JDP7zf0VbuoilEldcK8iV9dkGENca6OALe5aMOsjAz4m_mo/s320/vintgat2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Now the city has, for the first time, determined that <a href="https://upplev.stockholm/platser/sodermalm/swedenborgsgatan/vinterplats-swedenborgsgatan/" target="_blank">a few streets</a> will remain pedestrian through the winter months. And that, thankfully, includes nearby Swedenborgsgatan. It sounds like this will be a trial run to see how popular it will be and if it will have the same effect as during the summer months. Yesterday, they started putting up lights and Christmas trees and flowers. I think that it sounds like a great idea and we shall see how it goes. It is already looking festive and with a light dusting of snow it should be really nice!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOZK3OWIH4Dwx3XfdykkP3Nrdd5HExO9TRyJZNtJKUnD1jBbeh3v2Y3_XCHckYKvkbL6fRlWGe-PzTVFOSWG7Gxc2N0tYspzR-CYULvAwgtTYpEoZQzGESVDmwDq49lxrfBe-ELako8yQ/s640/vintgat3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOZK3OWIH4Dwx3XfdykkP3Nrdd5HExO9TRyJZNtJKUnD1jBbeh3v2Y3_XCHckYKvkbL6fRlWGe-PzTVFOSWG7Gxc2N0tYspzR-CYULvAwgtTYpEoZQzGESVDmwDq49lxrfBe-ELako8yQ/s320/vintgat3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-46107932737188328362021-11-04T15:25:00.002+01:002021-11-17T10:39:56.154+01:00Stockholm Christmas Calendar and Markets 2021<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOzpQSIou1VxiSyLo0e6MzFV_4SnVGZli6pmyOYyZeOqLKkOVM493jEXVOiXJnrxctid1fWi8HevZcaXxRaiT76_GGAsaDsm2Ao2JquUFY6Wm6YkzIyjzJR0Jesrjtf3pgGAbaHB5z5BU/s640/hov6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOzpQSIou1VxiSyLo0e6MzFV_4SnVGZli6pmyOYyZeOqLKkOVM493jEXVOiXJnrxctid1fWi8HevZcaXxRaiT76_GGAsaDsm2Ao2JquUFY6Wm6YkzIyjzJR0Jesrjtf3pgGAbaHB5z5BU/s320/hov6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />As we all know, there weren't many Christmas activities last year in Stockholm (and the rest of the world). Markets, concerts, smorgasbord dinners were all pretty much canceled. So people are quite happy and looking forward to a more normal Christmas season in Stockholm. Here you have the dates for the various Christmas markets in the city as well as other important dates in the holiday calendar!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc1nJpqMNm69b8mhsnohgo57_j1LsVcZWedHGS829l0KIsiMrWG77Tz-MI9SHxHVLrNCei-hlpiMXV24CnSx3hcA52JaHgCRghXIBkrrUuXKB3rmoWwCpoeBhhGKK6ZQTfF2jr3-uOiSc/s640/hov3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc1nJpqMNm69b8mhsnohgo57_j1LsVcZWedHGS829l0KIsiMrWG77Tz-MI9SHxHVLrNCei-hlpiMXV24CnSx3hcA52JaHgCRghXIBkrrUuXKB3rmoWwCpoeBhhGKK6ZQTfF2jr3-uOiSc/s320/hov3.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>There are several Christmas markets going on in the city during the holiday season and you will always have at least one to visit every day between November 20th and December 23rd. No markets open after the 23rd. The main market is daily while others are only on the weekends or specific dates. These are a great place to visit to get into the spirit, enjoy some traditional glögg (spiced wine) and seasonal treats and purchase Swedish Christmas ornaments, toys and holiday food.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1atE1aiPVFK2BhgTCND281ibgx5hUZOtxyk1T8xE3arZ-_jYPDJ_03TZ50u_9FYeW6i1-CBKNWOm1dl3Nupe-LkpDfuhyphenhyphenQdypoq0-Qk3zQv4pvCMWYYJGXOoizkws4c0hTHnsalvBcY/s640/julmk2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1atE1aiPVFK2BhgTCND281ibgx5hUZOtxyk1T8xE3arZ-_jYPDJ_03TZ50u_9FYeW6i1-CBKNWOm1dl3Nupe-LkpDfuhyphenhyphenQdypoq0-Qk3zQv4pvCMWYYJGXOoizkws4c0hTHnsalvBcY/s320/julmk2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Market in Gamla Stan</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.stortorgetsjulmarknad.com/" target="_blank">Gamla Stan</a> (old town)- This is the main and most well-known Christmas market. <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Stortorget,+111+29+Stockholm/@59.3251078,18.0684898,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f77e2621b911f:0xf209e902c54ec47b!8m2!3d59.3251078!4d18.0706785" target="_blank">Located in the main square</a> (Stortorget) of the old town which gives it extra ambiance. Just a 15 minute walk from <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>! Open daily between 11am and 6pm from Nov 20th to Dec 23rd. </li><li><a href="https://www.skansen.se/en/christmasmarket" target="_blank">Skansen</a>- Also a very well known market, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Skansen/@59.3270426,18.1037456,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x2c35b6cfd6468531!8m2!3d59.3270426!4d18.1037456" target="_blank">located in Skansen</a> which is an open-air museum, park and zoo. Open every Friday through Sunday (10am to 4pm), between Nov 26th and Dec 19th. See how Christmas was celebrated in Sweden over 100 years ago. </li><li><a href="https://www.konstfack.se/en/News/Calendar/2021/Christmas-market-2021/" target="_blank">Konstfack</a> (College of Arts, Crafts and Design)- annual Christmas market put on by the students one weekend every year. This year they will have it on Nov 27th and 28th (10am to 5pm). <a href="https://www.google.se/maps/place/LM+Ericssons+V%C3%A4g+14,+126+26+H%C3%A4gersten/@59.2997824,17.9921113,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f7652c808001d:0xa90f370ed2261fe2!8m2!3d59.2997824!4d17.9943" target="_blank">Located in</a> the southern suburbs. </li><li><a href="https://www.kungligaslotten.se/english/calendar/events/christmas-market-at-the-royal-stables.html?occasion=lp4_533b0c18164836d0d0b13a79-20191128" target="_blank">Kungliga Hovstallet</a> (Royal Stables)- Combine a visit to the stables with some traditional Christmas shopping. Pet horses and shop! Open on Nov 27th (10am to 7pm) and 28th (10am to 5pm). <a href="https://www.google.se/maps/place/H.M.+Konungens+Hovstall/@59.332852,18.078692,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x3c27416d9a1565d1!8m2!3d59.3328607!4d18.0787545" target="_blank">Located in</a> the downtown area.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiptsNXoNaFnVr0xy6kUHmP8Ir9iDUfJNDJLZaRXWNgoHe5YVrdmtLvHBGUROj3pcZy_AD54r7NbL-kj2ceDrp6chZUDG89uO5UiZaaRlQ_opFKwQobAS5M8e0GLfVMnyqQgn0iXyXrg18/s640/hov2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiptsNXoNaFnVr0xy6kUHmP8Ir9iDUfJNDJLZaRXWNgoHe5YVrdmtLvHBGUROj3pcZy_AD54r7NbL-kj2ceDrp6chZUDG89uO5UiZaaRlQ_opFKwQobAS5M8e0GLfVMnyqQgn0iXyXrg18/s320/hov2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Market at Hovstallet</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li><a href="http://marknader.bondensegen.com/marknad.php?markID=1" target="_blank">Bondens Egen Marknad</a> (Farmers' market)- in the four Saturdays leading up to Christmas (10am to 3pm- Nov 27th, Dec 4th, 11th, and 18th), the popular farmers' market turns into a Christmas market. Laid back and local. <a href="https://www.google.se/maps/place/Katarina+Bangata+1,+116+37+Stockholm/@59.3119965,18.0756098,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f77f748845eb9:0xc0858e96f1f6f118!8m2!3d59.312132!4d18.0751894" target="_blank">Located in</a> the Sofo district in Södermalm. </li><li><a href="https://www.kungligaslotten.se/english/calendar/events/christmas-market-at-drottningholm.html" target="_blank">Drottningholm</a>- A little outside of the city, in the royal palace and home of the king & queen. They have a market there on Dec 4th (10am to 5pm) and 6th (10am to 4pm). </li><li><a href="https://www.destinationsigtuna.se/sv/308053/Julmarknad-Sigtuna-Stad" target="_blank">Sigtuna</a>- Also a little outside of the city in the historic town of Sigtuna. Their market is between 11am and 4pm on the four Sundays before Christmas (Nov 28th, Dec 5th, 12th and 19th).</li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtHy6URL-IA-LYfXZO0RnrmYFSCRLQ7JgRjLZ2TCbTU4rJK5KKQNLKN_jB09MRpOox81-FBGgjbA_h6mtirkPTg4Py_3NZ2W1Sdhh4yYpAIGmR49JOWtxcHzTk3dz0XctOLmxjulK7ve4/s640/julmark2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtHy6URL-IA-LYfXZO0RnrmYFSCRLQ7JgRjLZ2TCbTU4rJK5KKQNLKN_jB09MRpOox81-FBGgjbA_h6mtirkPTg4Py_3NZ2W1Sdhh4yYpAIGmR49JOWtxcHzTk3dz0XctOLmxjulK7ve4/s320/julmark2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Besides the Christmas markets, there are many other holiday events and activities to note in your calendar if you will be visiting us this season. Here are some important dates:</div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Nov 13th- the lighting of <a href="https://stockholmsjul.se/" target="_blank">Stockholm's official Christmas lights</a>. The display incorporates hundreds of thousands of LED lights and can be found decorating over 40 streets and squares in the downtown area. We will have a special map of the displays at the Hotel Rival. </li><li>Nov 21st- this date has historically been called "skyltsöndag", the Sunday when holiday window displays go up. Stockholm's most famous one is the <a href="https://www.nk.se/varuhusen/in-english?selected-store=sth" target="_blank">NK department store</a> where parents from far and wide take children to see this year's window display and meet Santa Claus (<i>jultomten</i>).<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie9w4jAiLaNRQWWhCYlZdmEgzvvHQJitcqtOwfbL-ou4qRIxVM4tqajxrlVzO2L333pGDyHwcqu6B7YqmV8Ce-1mfADHbmzw6JDeVSLPsh1lOzRTCyZGErHGeNu0PJFqvt1c57uCgnpC4/s499/nk_1.PNG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="499" data-original-width="360" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie9w4jAiLaNRQWWhCYlZdmEgzvvHQJitcqtOwfbL-ou4qRIxVM4tqajxrlVzO2L333pGDyHwcqu6B7YqmV8Ce-1mfADHbmzw6JDeVSLPsh1lOzRTCyZGErHGeNu0PJFqvt1c57uCgnpC4/s320/nk_1.PNG" width="231" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">NK department store</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></li><li>Nov 26th- this is the starting date for the <a href="https://arkdes.se/en/utstallning/pepparkakshus-2021/" target="_blank">gingerbread house competition/exhibition</a> at ArkDes. The competition is open to pretty much everyone and they have three categories... professional bakers and architects, children under the age of 12 and anyone who loves to bake. The exhibition runs until Jan 9th. Fun for the eyes and the nose...</li><li>Dec 10th- Nobel Day. This is the day when the Nobel prizes are traditionally presented in Stockholm. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic and travel restrictions, no physical ceremony will take place. You can learn more about the prizes and their history at the <a href="https://nobelprizemuseum.se/en/" target="_blank">Nobel Prize Museum</a>.</li><li>Dec 13th- St Lucia Day. A traditional favorite on the Swedish calendar, when children walk in a candle-lit procession, singing traditional songs in churches, malls, hospitals and event venues around the country. <a href="https://sweden.se/culture/celebrations/the-lucia-tradition" target="_blank">More information</a>.</li></ul><div>When it comes to Christmas itself, it is good to know that we celebrate the holiday more on the 24th than the 25th. Santa Claus actually visits homes in the evening, handing out presents to (good) children. This means that stores and restaurants may have different general opening hours than you have back at home. Most restaurants are closed both days, stores generally early on the 24th and stay closed on the 25th. I will write more about this later. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpZ899Fx6_gmi6nbtM5Zb_KKDvJ7SqTfFrs3LAMvUWW_dPBd0oo56IbW1G4CXupQqcxK3eQNbVN6MEAI-bVwZyAlokHSFWdf2tpQVrupnAnJ8ymuYkXZ8HqCurL-xo8j6pxOuwE2yydTI/s640/hov5.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpZ899Fx6_gmi6nbtM5Zb_KKDvJ7SqTfFrs3LAMvUWW_dPBd0oo56IbW1G4CXupQqcxK3eQNbVN6MEAI-bVwZyAlokHSFWdf2tpQVrupnAnJ8ymuYkXZ8HqCurL-xo8j6pxOuwE2yydTI/s320/hov5.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Carolers at Hovstallet</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div></div><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-86878447521618707452021-10-30T16:54:00.002+02:002021-10-30T16:54:30.209+02:00Traditional Swedish Cuisine at Tradition<p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNXohxzELGWGrGqF346I60qamW4tfU_UK4uAXpaQAm5uD3v9_ltet_GQhj2BkKOsDdvRoWYhZm4oBN3Yy6OTithajGdSBI1Rr2D49iBgeSYADqCOkEOnYtHndOZjeNkbc2ojw9PJnIc8/s640/trad1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNXohxzELGWGrGqF346I60qamW4tfU_UK4uAXpaQAm5uD3v9_ltet_GQhj2BkKOsDdvRoWYhZm4oBN3Yy6OTithajGdSBI1Rr2D49iBgeSYADqCOkEOnYtHndOZjeNkbc2ojw9PJnIc8/s320/trad1.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Entrance with royal palace in the background</td></tr></tbody></table><br />I have written an article about the <a href="https://www.restaurangtradition.se/en/" target="_blank">restaurant Tradition</a> many years ago and, as I recently had lunch there, I thought it would be a good time to do a refresher. Especially as this is a great place for visitors to try some traditional Swedish cuisine, or what we call <i><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swedish_cuisine#Husmanskost" target="_blank">husmanskost</a></i>. This is the type of cuisine that many countries have... their traditional, home style dishes. I suppose that other examples would be bratwurst in Germany or fish & chips in the UK? You can say that it is the nation's form of comfort food. I am not sure the US has a country-wide version of this, but definitely regional, like gumbo.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiud8b-EMxFSp4sePnGKdd8ZcVyz32O28JTvYEk0_kSv8Z3NVzw2RAQZqoDJLF5-5iiUWpAydMdAGvx_t4zORZq0kzmfiO2Opa99Yqdy8WbKTm-t9GLKSPNj9Gnfz9eYoWPoZEpPSPlGks/s640/trad4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiud8b-EMxFSp4sePnGKdd8ZcVyz32O28JTvYEk0_kSv8Z3NVzw2RAQZqoDJLF5-5iiUWpAydMdAGvx_t4zORZq0kzmfiO2Opa99Yqdy8WbKTm-t9GLKSPNj9Gnfz9eYoWPoZEpPSPlGks/s320/trad4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Our most famous example of this would be Swedish meatballs. But there are many more dishes than this, like pickled herring, cured salmon, beef brisket, smoked reindeer (souvas) and potato dumplings. I often get international hotel guests who ask to try Swedish cuisine while visiting the city. There are several restaurants in Stockholm that serve this fare, and Tradition is a good choice. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho1W848CjwMcyQui_EKT0r14BryQrFScRJOoNMbtfQt88Rb4E74Ww6boH7y7O5vVIivGRp7EhnzzdAEjfuMStDYMU_c1mHZWEdpe9STDKJQTI5K9kJxWW7tQmzDlcFQUNy0kCOa6Md3ys/s640/trad3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho1W848CjwMcyQui_EKT0r14BryQrFScRJOoNMbtfQt88Rb4E74Ww6boH7y7O5vVIivGRp7EhnzzdAEjfuMStDYMU_c1mHZWEdpe9STDKJQTI5K9kJxWW7tQmzDlcFQUNy0kCOa6Md3ys/s320/trad3.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hearty cuisine- fried pork belly with onion sauce and lingon berries</td></tr></tbody></table></p><p>Tradition <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Restaurant+Tradition/@59.3259527,18.0738533,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xa4841fc300c6afe2!8m2!3d59.3259405!4d18.0738031" target="_blank">is located in the historic old town</a> (Gamla Stan), a literal stone's throw from the Royal Palace. Besides dinner, they are also open for lunch on the weekdays which makes it a great place to take your lunch break when visiting the museums, cathedrals and palaces of the old town. It is a good idea to book a table which you can do on <a href="https://www.restaurangtradition.se/en/" target="_blank">their website</a>. The easiest way to get to Tradition from <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> is by taking the subway two stops to the Gamla Stan station (red or green lines) and then walk over the hill to the restaurant. Otherwise it is only a 20 minute walk or so. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPiAaJ2IWLxinBlF8uQe08JGVfLx2TwLpQ59TBP54tQ-ceojqXQlLyGqJywmbOz6xsnuj0YRhfJUKWW-WuSoWzijoLkI6aTp8Q1yb4TofGG0l-cLY0UE-pQ6Ikc5fzX-D6yeEn1kQ7Zr8/s640/trad6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPiAaJ2IWLxinBlF8uQe08JGVfLx2TwLpQ59TBP54tQ-ceojqXQlLyGqJywmbOz6xsnuj0YRhfJUKWW-WuSoWzijoLkI6aTp8Q1yb4TofGG0l-cLY0UE-pQ6Ikc5fzX-D6yeEn1kQ7Zr8/s320/trad6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7hHBH0GJrkl7SzrcWPBdBLkDL6UwKGi-UOmkNaxbNBqi0FOIxYtUkMwgoUDn1mVlj8-tPLRd5qKapYY5NxgRevLIdBcfPij6CUPRQu4pqGWQ75Yyt2lFDgykLsNflUg1_zUlj_BlMQOs/s640/trad2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7hHBH0GJrkl7SzrcWPBdBLkDL6UwKGi-UOmkNaxbNBqi0FOIxYtUkMwgoUDn1mVlj8-tPLRd5qKapYY5NxgRevLIdBcfPij6CUPRQu4pqGWQ75Yyt2lFDgykLsNflUg1_zUlj_BlMQOs/s320/trad2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-2617407743553997692021-10-19T16:15:00.002+02:002021-10-19T16:15:29.997+02:00Museum of Wrecks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZwCpRrLLWj6wIpwks2vWKo7QlcUAs29RRIrkJPcyeNAyWVqW19iC5p2iDuFdY5muIFfB3206TXkwRniPamowzmOaFUEkP7Q4fRjqVfm9i6Dqw0I4dM_jYJCAYLYbTu6XstYXnWS4-dcM/s640/IMG_0107.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZwCpRrLLWj6wIpwks2vWKo7QlcUAs29RRIrkJPcyeNAyWVqW19iC5p2iDuFdY5muIFfB3206TXkwRniPamowzmOaFUEkP7Q4fRjqVfm9i6Dqw0I4dM_jYJCAYLYbTu6XstYXnWS4-dcM/s320/IMG_0107.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />I was invited the other day to see and experience the newest museum in Stockholm: <a href="https://www.vrak.se/en/" target="_blank">The Museum of Wrecks</a> (<i>Vrakmuseet</i>). The museum takes a deeper (pun intended) look at the interesting marine archaeology found in the Baltic Sea. The Baltic Sea is quite unique due to it being mainly brackish water combined with its large size and amount of countries sharing her shores. The brackish water means that wooden shipwrecks are better preserved due to the lack of salt and ship-worms. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnQNEMXv9af7NCqAMnSKUQaC_YzzeZdqom5mKwFoV51gJndwB0JMsbsY_vD4Rvk8sN5lymSBcfFVfcAYMfhmYu7HdlLlveoLy6JAD0owbKDxPMTV3T8anMykV0v2zX_K4TelF45VCbkhg/s640/IMG_0103.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnQNEMXv9af7NCqAMnSKUQaC_YzzeZdqom5mKwFoV51gJndwB0JMsbsY_vD4Rvk8sN5lymSBcfFVfcAYMfhmYu7HdlLlveoLy6JAD0owbKDxPMTV3T8anMykV0v2zX_K4TelF45VCbkhg/s320/IMG_0103.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The most famous example of a preserved shipwreck is the Vasa, found at the nearby <a href="https://www.vasamuseet.se/en" target="_blank">Vasa Museum</a>. Read about my recent visit by <a href="https://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/08/the-vasa-museum.html" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. In fact, not only is the Vasa Museum a close neighbor of the Museum of Wrecks, they are also sister museums... all part of the collection of <a href="https://www.smtm.se/en" target="_blank">Swedish National Maritime and Transport History Museums</a>. And, if you are at all interested in marine archaeology and history, these are great museums to combine on your visit to Stockholm. Both of them <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Vrak+-+Museum+of+Wrecks/@59.3263578,18.0952733,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xabf439175a7e203e!8m2!3d59.3263111!4d18.0949521" target="_blank">are located on</a> the western shoreline of Djurgården. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjL9Wn4iQvp-EhzeDRkF4ECns4aK5kb3o6ln5y4Tb5lGCcXBhtF7LcnjZY8xPyhZMSlN7jiC0lpOnrLdyzWda_7le-Ij9NQg8ZW8zkkqlJUEIw-jfz-1DyKeivD2DYt2gZtLz3YQ9njFQ/s640/IMG_0079.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjL9Wn4iQvp-EhzeDRkF4ECns4aK5kb3o6ln5y4Tb5lGCcXBhtF7LcnjZY8xPyhZMSlN7jiC0lpOnrLdyzWda_7le-Ij9NQg8ZW8zkkqlJUEIw-jfz-1DyKeivD2DYt2gZtLz3YQ9njFQ/s320/IMG_0079.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vrak Café & Bar<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <p></p><p>The Museum of Wrecks is made up of two floors. We started our tour on the first floor with an immersive movie experience called Sea of Memories which gives you a good introduction. It isn't quite a 360 degree movie experience, but it does take up most of the walls, and even the ceiling, of the room. After the movie, the tour continued into the next large exhibition which is dedicated to the shipwreck <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resande_Man" target="_blank">Resande Man</a> from 1660. It was quite famous in its time as the ship was carrying many prominent people and treasures. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_iNBcVH-37bposrfVp4LnAcEQ59XSttZb0dmAhu8j9XZvNNwoLYoIgOfTOlk3P90TvvS5IWE2BzkpsE4oacpbhd9IdqtWntKFqQXWKCTKBoKkR1GLohrBKSm3-hiMbvuoD1kXE4uLlB0/s640/IMG_0081.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_iNBcVH-37bposrfVp4LnAcEQ59XSttZb0dmAhu8j9XZvNNwoLYoIgOfTOlk3P90TvvS5IWE2BzkpsE4oacpbhd9IdqtWntKFqQXWKCTKBoKkR1GLohrBKSm3-hiMbvuoD1kXE4uLlB0/s320/IMG_0081.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Resande Man exhibition <br /></td></tr></tbody></table> </p><p>The ship sank in the southern Stockholm archipelago in 1660 and was found in 2012. The Resande Man (Swedish for "Traveling Man") exhibition is quite interesting in its use of technology to bring the wreck and objects to life. Many of the artifacts are displayed as holograms and the carpet of the exhibition is a life sized image of the wreck itself. And if you view the carpet through your mobile phone's camera, it shows up in 3D. Cool! As a person who visits many museums, it is really interesting to see how many of them successfully use new technologies in their exhibitions.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqAEqbaDs-S8bySvg9nmjx75OYoYTLVRq7o58_YsjeIBKIN8At8mZSc5V9ZkTk_-DeYor8lCWLnMQ3mymUi_qtP4XSFXxl_0V1LVcaZb9gaOV3DwIogaq5Qpa69v65MK0-i3IBQyDHnvE/s640/IMG_0083.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqAEqbaDs-S8bySvg9nmjx75OYoYTLVRq7o58_YsjeIBKIN8At8mZSc5V9ZkTk_-DeYor8lCWLnMQ3mymUi_qtP4XSFXxl_0V1LVcaZb9gaOV3DwIogaq5Qpa69v65MK0-i3IBQyDHnvE/s320/IMG_0083.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Carpeting made up of life size images of the Resande Man wreck<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> </p><p>The museum exhibition continues up on the second floor. On one side they have a look at six individual shipwrecks through history in an exhibition called "The Divided Sea"... starting with the Stone Age and continuing through the Middle Ages, two world wars and up until the tragic sinking of the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Estonia" target="_blank">MS Estonia</a> in 1994 which claimed 852 lives. On a side note: <a href="https://royaldjurgarden.se/en/memorial-for-victims-of-estonia-tragedy/" target="_blank">the memorial for the victims</a> of the Estonia tragedy can be found just behind the museum. The guide explained that they were careful to include wrecks from different countries around the Baltic, not just Sweden, in order to show the shared history and culture of these countries. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAcw2XT0b8wOulP8UqhiyyO0N0nPo9DIhtr3zFOE9BZHtaVy2L2fkIaqD3heFVXa1BOONI6A8iQQBRb_OTOcAGpptbMTDNiJJG8kSLPo7bPcLo4YS0LTbMe4ilwIbs-st4d7h-pS40J7Y/s640/IMG_0095.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAcw2XT0b8wOulP8UqhiyyO0N0nPo9DIhtr3zFOE9BZHtaVy2L2fkIaqD3heFVXa1BOONI6A8iQQBRb_OTOcAGpptbMTDNiJJG8kSLPo7bPcLo4YS0LTbMe4ilwIbs-st4d7h-pS40J7Y/s320/IMG_0095.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>And finally, you have a chance to experience a deep dive in the Baltic using interactive glasses/headsets where you can steer yourself through the murky depths. See what it is like to be a marine archaeologist in the Baltic! Back on the entrance floor, we had an opportunity to peruse their nice gift shop and have something delicious to eat and drink at the <a href="https://www.vrak.se/en/visit-the-museum/cafe--bar/" target="_blank">Vrak Café and Bar</a>. A nice way to end the tour!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGzQJFjQuvUL0Rkn_tl8IDR7hqC9MvGv0uO998YhFLQo22tdcnh-Bi_gdjDyvFlS4XMX_GWG7JUVkdfwXJw1nOZdiBLczSy31lGwcHoP6ys3cu8WXP-jC8IfSX2UCk9aycLy7JpiPGBXY/s640/IMG_0101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGzQJFjQuvUL0Rkn_tl8IDR7hqC9MvGv0uO998YhFLQo22tdcnh-Bi_gdjDyvFlS4XMX_GWG7JUVkdfwXJw1nOZdiBLczSy31lGwcHoP6ys3cu8WXP-jC8IfSX2UCk9aycLy7JpiPGBXY/s320/IMG_0101.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fellow Concierge trying their hand at marine archaeology<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <p></p><p>As I mentioned earlier, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Vrak+-+Museum+of+Wrecks/@59.3263578,18.0952733,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xabf439175a7e203e!8m2!3d59.3263111!4d18.0949521" target="_blank">the museum is located on Djurgården</a>... in the same neighborhood as many of Stockholm's other main museums and attractions, like Skansen, Gröna Lund, ABBA the Museum, Museum of Spirits as well as the aforementioned Vasa Museum and many more. The easiest way to get to the museum from the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b> is the convenient <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2017/09/djurgard-ferry-best-way-to-get-to.html" target="_blank">Djurgård ferry</a> in nearby Gamla Stan. Or, if you are in the downtown area, you can take the <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2018/09/djurgarden-tram-extension-complete.html" target="_blank">Djurgård tram</a> out to the island. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi09OCOqPkEcwQlDFHmYlw8XWV0TzK4IMdUI5ivgN1twlQ9nywFou5iNUmzWhyphenhyphen8AFP5v_c-9bHqIXeyqTIVbVUutLn2lVR74XfvAxlyyzC0oGsz9V1uVjSesODLY72-Q-Qp7lSsLHMHJgs/s640/IMG_0075.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi09OCOqPkEcwQlDFHmYlw8XWV0TzK4IMdUI5ivgN1twlQ9nywFou5iNUmzWhyphenhyphen8AFP5v_c-9bHqIXeyqTIVbVUutLn2lVR74XfvAxlyyzC0oGsz9V1uVjSesODLY72-Q-Qp7lSsLHMHJgs/s320/IMG_0075.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Location on the Djurgård waterfront<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-67215626629499880872021-10-06T13:24:00.002+02:002021-10-06T13:24:35.216+02:00Autumn Inspiration<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuSMzRNJoYNuhDt5FUHckiqibGu9C2SORabBrh16h8MrSIM8pH9z9Sq5zyqtIMB7S4uVFFEKqmmE7VlfWeJOXnjRgS9-WNmooGchDSqZg1Fz7GlFz_MczUWqykbKDFn33KyKV60zwRhqo/s640/aut2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuSMzRNJoYNuhDt5FUHckiqibGu9C2SORabBrh16h8MrSIM8pH9z9Sq5zyqtIMB7S4uVFFEKqmmE7VlfWeJOXnjRgS9-WNmooGchDSqZg1Fz7GlFz_MczUWqykbKDFn33KyKV60zwRhqo/s320/aut2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />It has been really busy here at the hotel for the past couple of weeks, so I have had a little trouble writing any blog posts. I do have some good posts lined up this month (including a new restaurant and a new museum). Until I get the chance to write something, here is some inspirational, autumnal photographs I took yesterday on a walk in my neighborhood of <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Kungsholmen,+Stockholm/@59.3281419,17.9827258,13z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f77d4af463b77:0xf728ca6b88871501!8m2!3d59.3311812!4d18.0407363" target="_blank">Kungsholmen</a>. If you are visiting the city in the coming weeks, make sure to get outdoors in one of our many parks and enjoy the fall colors!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCb0I_5Gb8FycM9y3ZQuXhyu5Rtc0lkfzQNSGgs1XEjXOfhpqNBCHVuxECArEIRYVP6bXMMp3p_QZzbrUfWnTRmLqi2CkSDx6XDtwJgwvy7nxbRk_sr_69x3CQzEJlul-7sdQe2WKAmBU/s640/aut6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCb0I_5Gb8FycM9y3ZQuXhyu5Rtc0lkfzQNSGgs1XEjXOfhpqNBCHVuxECArEIRYVP6bXMMp3p_QZzbrUfWnTRmLqi2CkSDx6XDtwJgwvy7nxbRk_sr_69x3CQzEJlul-7sdQe2WKAmBU/s320/aut6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRL19s2ad3cUEM4-3GtmOOtjs-lgimnZI0iDlye2Z7d_2YccMOv6TzIUSGawbNF-M3BwKDN4oVq5D9sZUPN9Ir1i1KsDHh1zSejERed8CfIFeornU5uLYpNxgMcIoQA9F9hxKiqQ8HQJo/s640/aut4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrF5kvwc3MzH2YS69HCiCw1ddmvK3YqRrMVpYm0DRrvKjfYAttBU_CJgyPTaRuwuB11rmhykWaChrPbLqgD3KtmNeh9TPxLtjHCXPQG2mixqtUIDMukvTb6a64Vp5LqXp8yOQ2RoBPqVs/s956/kantarelltoast.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="811" data-original-width="956" height="271" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrF5kvwc3MzH2YS69HCiCw1ddmvK3YqRrMVpYm0DRrvKjfYAttBU_CJgyPTaRuwuB11rmhykWaChrPbLqgD3KtmNeh9TPxLtjHCXPQG2mixqtUIDMukvTb6a64Vp5LqXp8yOQ2RoBPqVs/s320/kantarelltoast.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kantarelltoast at the Bistro Rival</td></tr></tbody></table><br />I love Stockholm in the autumn! Not only for all the beautiful fall colors and cooler temperatures, but also for all the fresh autumn produce from the local forests and seas. In the food markets and on the menus at restaurants, you will find lots of berries, mushrooms, wild game, vendace roe (<i>löjrom</i>) and shellfish. One of the most popular items is <i>kantareller</i> (<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chanterelle" target="_blank">chanterelle mushrooms</a>). <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH230C02GOrg0QHLYuSzM8BbNJMJZYbX5iEnd57MVKXhe4aoln5K663oWsLuD1phXGA6BDhMWSrWRuIs3_SpzODB3t4M92RK7qYTqWw8YUzC89htNlxziz7ZvMOMT-j4D0f4TkXFtYJUw/s600/h%25C3%25B67.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="507" data-original-width="600" height="270" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH230C02GOrg0QHLYuSzM8BbNJMJZYbX5iEnd57MVKXhe4aoln5K663oWsLuD1phXGA6BDhMWSrWRuIs3_SpzODB3t4M92RK7qYTqWw8YUzC89htNlxziz7ZvMOMT-j4D0f4TkXFtYJUw/s320/h%25C3%25B67.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>This mushroom's nickname in Swedish is <i>skogens guld</i>, which means "the gold of the forest", and refers both to the color and sentimental value of this seasonal treat. One popular autumnal pastime for many Swedes is scouring the forests for berries and mushrooms. Thankfully, you don't need to do too much strenuous activity to enjoy chanterelles when visiting Stockholm as just about every restaurant has them in some form on their fall menus. Besides, it is always better to let the experts pick mushrooms! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEithRdrh84gw5Hc41RskVDDJUGbtAGsKd062M9k5jKWN3pLaG5OWM1O5QchuGQLafYKvoH8B7fnEoYLow7uacFi84ooDlUQh2euQDlukUkrj9sdJ4NYV9Sx0isIc-kZeq5CPzB_g4mJV7g/s640/h%25C3%25B63.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEithRdrh84gw5Hc41RskVDDJUGbtAGsKd062M9k5jKWN3pLaG5OWM1O5QchuGQLafYKvoH8B7fnEoYLow7uacFi84ooDlUQh2euQDlukUkrj9sdJ4NYV9Sx0isIc-kZeq5CPzB_g4mJV7g/s320/h%25C3%25B63.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>The traditional and most popular way to eat chanterelles in Sweden is to sauté them with butter and cream and serve it on a piece of roasted bread. This dish is called <i>kantarelletoast </i>and you can find it on many restaurant menus, especially as an appetizer. That is the basic recipe, though many chefs will add a component or two, like a sprinkle of sharp cheese. The type of bread for the toast can also change from restaurant to restaurant.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiuqAGIrXG4Xe-5Dl_E1N7tTWn7NKGL2yFkUEUw0KHK32UAEYh0lvxJK0v-n0kUvDuPBg5ZDN0Kf4191QS4WKY_o-WJY7Et-Iu8BiZr81cW07m3hYNAoW_9zseeKK2sUjDpcKJhPp1u6s/s640/h%25C3%25B66.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiuqAGIrXG4Xe-5Dl_E1N7tTWn7NKGL2yFkUEUw0KHK32UAEYh0lvxJK0v-n0kUvDuPBg5ZDN0Kf4191QS4WKY_o-WJY7Et-Iu8BiZr81cW07m3hYNAoW_9zseeKK2sUjDpcKJhPp1u6s/s320/h%25C3%25B66.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>If you are staying at the <b><a href="https://www.rival.se/en/" target="_blank">Hotel Rival</a></b>, we serve a delicious <i>kantarelltoast</i> in our restaurant. Our chefs prepare and serve them with ripened Västerbotten cheese and on a pan-fried levain bread. Yummy! Of course, you don't have to stay at the hotel in order to dine in our restaurant Bistro Rival. You can book your table on our website and enjoy these seasonal delicacies and much more. If you would like to peruse the wonderful autumn produce from the local forests and waterways, check out one of the two main indoor food markets: <a href="https://en.ostermalmshallen.se/" target="_blank">Östermalmshallen</a> and <a href="https://hotorgshallen.se/" target="_blank">Hötorgshallen</a>. The pictures in this post are taken from the produce stands outside of Hötorgshallen in the square <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/H%C3%B6torget,+Norrmalm,+Stockholm/@59.3348172,18.0600465,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x465f9d67674b1659:0xe87d05663d192851!8m2!3d59.3348445!4d18.0621432" target="_blank">Hötorget</a>. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUtevFuaMagJIHa3QNCbIM6A8qEpEaGdM2S76s1d25HEY87hqEGO25R2TAkLORM4kQf6SDhpGhYfBPSFkQwvQmhmBtyYe7n2KxvafMTThjqJwgdki8l-GmAfVZaXGtUar-CcFgOqMu45Y/s640/h%25C3%25B61.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUtevFuaMagJIHa3QNCbIM6A8qEpEaGdM2S76s1d25HEY87hqEGO25R2TAkLORM4kQf6SDhpGhYfBPSFkQwvQmhmBtyYe7n2KxvafMTThjqJwgdki8l-GmAfVZaXGtUar-CcFgOqMu45Y/s320/h%25C3%25B61.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hötorget square</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p><br /></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156260818253855014.post-33558970699141466982021-09-16T15:25:00.002+02:002021-09-16T15:25:47.569+02:00Stockholm Restaurants in the Michelin Guide 2021<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEbMQz48v29k2d0-nrQeJjCVuzWsoUXHjbw-DrfOr76e97muhybWv4-9IQw3EiW1914m81co_wmN0L2ecRblqjElu4LqintMj6ucGLjsNw4iIlzSQetfWlHXvAUa7L1FvgIWAIg3MgWqs/s800/986cae2f07e4ea6e_800x800ar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEbMQz48v29k2d0-nrQeJjCVuzWsoUXHjbw-DrfOr76e97muhybWv4-9IQw3EiW1914m81co_wmN0L2ecRblqjElu4LqintMj6ucGLjsNw4iIlzSQetfWlHXvAUa7L1FvgIWAIg3MgWqs/s320/986cae2f07e4ea6e_800x800ar.jpg" width="190" /></a></div><br />Just as <a href="http://stockholmtourist.blogspot.com/2021/09/autumn-art-exhibitions-2021.html" target="_blank">my recent post about upcoming art exhibitions</a> was a "first" after a long pause because of the pandemic, this is also a post I usually write every year but has also been delayed for the same reason. While restaurants have been open in Sweden during the pandemic (no mandated country lockdown), they have been subject to tight restrictions during this time regarding opening hours, maximum number of people at a table and more. Thankfully, most of these restrictions have either been lifted or are due to be lifted at the end of September. Here is the list of restaurants in the Stockholm area which are included in the <a href="https://guide.michelin.com/se/en/article/news-and-views/the-michelin-guide-nordic-countries-2021-is-out" target="_blank">Michelin Guide for Nordic Countries 2021</a>: <p></p><p><b><u>3 stars</u></b> ("exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey")</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.restaurantfrantzen.com/" target="_blank">Frantzén</a></li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>2 stars</u></b> ("excellent cooking, worth a detour")</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://oaxen.com/en/oaxen-krog/" target="_blank">Oaxen Krog</a></li><li><a href="https://gastrologik.com/" target="_blank">Gastrologik</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aloerestaurant.se/" target="_blank">Aloë</a> (new- second star)</li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>1 star</u></b> ("a very good restaurant in its category")</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.agrikultur.se/" target="_blank">Agrikultur</a></li><li><a href="https://www.sushisho.se/sushisho-english" target="_blank">Sushi Sho</a></li><li><a href="https://ekstedt.nu/" target="_blank">Ekstedt</a></li><li><a href="https://operakallaren.se/en/restaurants/main-dining-room" target="_blank">Operakällaren</a></li><li><a href="https://restaurantetoile.se/" target="_blank">Etoile</a> (new)</li><li><a href="https://aira.se/" target="_blank">AIRA</a> (new)</li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>Bib Gourmand</u></b> (no star, but "exceptional good food at moderate prices")</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="http://www.lillaego.com/" target="_blank">Lilla Ego</a></li><li><a href="https://bobonne.se/en/" target="_blank">Brasserie Bobonne</a></li><li><a href="https://www.kagges.com/" target="_blank">Kagges</a></li><li><a href="https://oaxen.com/en/bistro-slip/" target="_blank">Oaxen Slip</a></li><li><a href="https://baragrikultur.com/" target="_blank">Bar Agrikultur</a></li><li><a href="https://allegrine.se/" target="_blank">Allegrine</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nookrestaurang.se/" target="_blank">Nook</a></li><li><a href="https://rolfskok.se/?lang=en" target="_blank">Rolfs Kök</a></li><li><a href="http://babette.se/" target="_blank">Babette</a></li></ul><p></p>The Stockholm Touristhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795025840035431704noreply@blogger.com0