After a really enjoyable and productive week in NYC (learn extra here) filled with conferences and meet ups, we determined to make a journey to Stockholm! Why Stockholm? Effectively, my husband and I needed a fast getaway and have been hoping to go to a walkable European metropolis to probe for a number of days. We had three standards. One, it needed to be a spot that neither of us had visited earlier than. Two, it needed to have cooler climate. And three, it needed to be a direct flight from NYC. After narrowing it down to some choices, we landed on Stockholm…
ACCOMMODATIONS
I don’t usually get pleasure from staying at a number of accommodations when touring to at least one location. However, provided that we packed mild (form of 🙂) and needed to discover as a lot as potential, we thought a resort swap would broaden our expertise. Finally we landed on two accommodations – Ett Hem and Stadshotell.
ETT HEM
I had heard rave opinions about Ett Hem, a boutique resort in Ostermalm, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Our expertise was unbelievable. The property is unfold throughout two townhouses and full of Scandinavian artwork and design all through. Employees and visitors share all the similar areas, making it very social and communal. You may stroll into the kitchen, make your self a cocktail within the bar, and even placed on a document in the lounge. It’s nearly like staying at a good friend’s home! All the frequent areas are impeccably designed whereas feeling heat and welcoming. All the small particulars are magical and make this resort a unique expertise.
STADSHOTELL
This resort is model new, and to be sincere, we hadn’t heard all that a lot about it. We knew we needed to spend a number of days exploring the Södermalm neighborhood of Stockholm and first got here throughout the restaurant on the resort. After some fast analysis on the property itself we determined to guide a keep. The Stadshotell is situated in an unbelievable nineteenth century residence that’s listed as a nationwide historic web site. The main points are all so dreamy: a big entrance courtyard cafe, a proper chapel turned eating room, and reflections of the constructing’s wealthy historical past all through. Large bonus: it was it simply opened lower than 5 months in the past so every thing felt so NEW!
EXPLORATIONS
Nationalmuseum – We spent one wet afternoon exploring the Nationalmuseum, which is housed in a landmark constructing overlooking the water again in direction of The Royal Palace. The museum opened in 1866 and options unbelievable works in portray, sculpture, and design from the 1500s to the 1900s.
Svenskt Tenn – This 100 12 months outdated inside design firm has probably the most magical shops I’ve ever visited. The interiors are daring and colourful and great. We picked up a number of presents for household and pals! Test it out here.
CFHILL – We stopped by this unbiased worldwide artwork house situated on Riddargatan subsequent to The Military Museum in central Stockholm. We needed to take a look at the Alexandre Diop & Keith Haring In Puer Veritas exhibit and it didn’t disappoint! You may learn extra in regards to the house here.
Nitty Gritty – We didn’t do a ton of buying on this journey, however I did make an exception for Nitty Gritty. This unbiased multi-brand retailer has an unbelievable showroom in Södermalm. I picked up a cropped black denim jacket from Lemaire. In addition they have an online shop.
Monteliusvägen – This picturesque quarter-mile strolling path in Södermalm options charming homes on one facet and unparalleled views of Stockholm Metropolis Corridor and Riddarholmen on the opposite. After our stroll, we dropped into The Bishops Arms, a captivating British Pub, for a properly deserved pint!
Galma Stan – Outdated City (Galma Stan) is Stockholm’s unique metropolis middle. It’s full of cobblestone streets, slim alleyways, and charming assembly squares. Tons of cafés, eating places, galleries, and extra. We spent hours exploring this cute space! It could get very crowded so I might advocate going early and avoiding weekends if potential.
Altering of the Guard – We have been lucky sufficient to catch The Royal Guards Ceremony! This army marching band and parade ceremoniously march from The Military Museum to the south facet of The Royal Palace daily throughout the summer season. You may study extra here.
PROVISIONS
A fast rundown of in all places we ate and sipped in Stockholm…
Brasserie Astoria – This basic brasserie on Nybrogotan in Östermalm is situated in a phenomenal outdated venue that was once a cinema. It’s a Frantzén Group restaurant (Bjorn Frantzén is the one chef on the earth with three Michelin three-star eating places). For lunch we shared hamachi crudo and a white pizza!
Riche – This hip brasserie with a Swedish/French menu got here extremely really useful by nearly everybody we spoke to. It’s situated simply off Berlezi Park within the metropolis middle. The folks watching was simply pretty much as good because the contemporary meals!
Mahalo – This plant primarily based cafe was good for an informal lunch. Suppose large salads, grain bowls, and contemporary smoothies all made with sustainable components. Nice for take away too!
Ett Hem – Our second night time at Ett Hem we loved an unbelievable seven course meal ready by the cooks of the home. The resort welcomes exterior visitors to the restaurant for dinner, so even in case you are not staying on property, I extremely advocate eating on web site.
Stadshotell Bistro / Bar – We loved a stunning meal on the Bistro at Stadshotell, the place the menu modifications each day and highlights the most effective of the season. The open kitchen idea was so inviting. After dinner we had cocktails on the bar.
Östermalms Market Hall – This basic market corridor has been an establishment in central Stockholm since 1888 and is acknowledged as the most effective meals halls on the earth. The completely different distributors and counters are full of fish, cheese, sweets, and conventional delicacies. The house is extremely lovely and to not be missed! As it may get fairly crowded we opted to go to midweek at an odd hour to keep away from the lots.
Cafe Nizza – We had a stunning meal at Café Nizza in Södermalm. This neighborhood bistro serves a mixture of French and Italian delicacies and is thought for his or her shared plates. In addition they have a cute wine bar subsequent door referred to as Cave Nizza, however sadly it was not open throughout our go to.
800 Grader Pizza – We stopped into this slice store for a fast lunch repair. It was unbelievable!
Café Cuvee – One other basic bistro in central Södermalm! We had an ideal window seat on our closing night time in Stockholm. The restaurant was charming and enjoyable, simply what we have been searching for. Nice cheese!
Bar Ninja – We had been studying fairly a bit about Stockholm’s pure wine scene and two spots saved showing on almost each listing – Bar Ninja and Alba. We had a stunning time sitting on the Bar at Ninja tasting funky crimson blends. The house is within the SoFo neighborhood in Södermalm – we cherished this space!
Alba Vinbar – One other cozy wine bar in SoFo! A gap within the wall really feel, nice hip hop music, and plenty of attention-grabbing pure wines that change weekly.
Drop Coffee – Final however not least, espresso! Drop is an unbiased specialty espresso roastery and café only a few blocks from the Stadshotell. We cherished it!
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