A QUICK TRIP TO STOCKHOLM

After a really enjoyable and productive week in NYC (learn extra here) stuffed with conferences and meet ups, we determined to make a journey to Stockholm! Why Stockholm? Properly, my husband and I wished a fast getaway and have been hoping to go to a walkable European metropolis to probe for just a few 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 a couple choices, we landed on Stockholm…

ACCOMMODATIONS 

I don’t sometimes take pleasure in staying at a number of accommodations when touring to 1 location. However, provided that we packed mild (type of 🙂) and wished to discover as a lot as attainable, we thought a resort change would broaden our expertise. Finally we landed on two accommodations – Ett Hem and Stadshotell. 

ETT HEM 

I had heard rave evaluations about Ett Hem, a boutique resort in Ostermalm, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Our expertise was unimaginable. The property is unfold throughout two townhouses and stuffed with Scandinavian artwork and design all through. Employees and company share the entire identical 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 report in the lounge. It’s nearly like staying at a good friend’s home! The entire widespread areas are impeccably designed whereas feeling heat and welcoming. The entire 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 wished to spend just a few 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 e-book a keep. The Stadshotell is situated in an unimaginable nineteenth century residence that’s listed as a nationwide historic website. The small print 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 the whole lot 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 the direction of The Royal Palace. The museum opened in 1866 and options unimaginable works in portray, sculpture, and design from the 1500s to the 1900s.

Svenskt Tenn – This 100 yr 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 buddies! 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 wished to take a look at the Alexandre Diop & Keith Haring In Puer Veritas exhibit and it didn’t disappoint! You may learn extra concerning the house here.

Nitty Gritty – We didn’t do a ton of procuring on this journey, however I did make an exception for Nitty Gritty. This unbiased multi-brand retailer has an unimaginable showroom in Södermalm. I picked up a cropped black denim jacket from Lemaire. Additionally they have an online shop. 

Monteliusvägen – This picturesque quarter-mile strolling path in Södermalm options charming homes on one aspect 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 nicely deserved pint!

Galma Stan – Outdated City (Galma Stan) is Stockholm’s authentic metropolis middle. It’s filled with cobblestone streets, slim alleyways, and charming assembly squares. Tons of cafés, eating places, galleries, and extra. We spent hours exploring this cute space! It will possibly get very crowded so I might advocate going early and avoiding weekends if attainable.

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 aspect of The Royal Palace each day in the course of the summer season. You may study extra here. 

PROVISIONS 

A fast rundown of all over the place we ate and sipped in Stockholm…

Brasserie Astoria – This basic brasserie on Nybrogotan in Östermalm is situated in a lovely outdated venue that was once a cinema. It’s a Frantzén Group restaurant (Bjorn Frantzén is the one chef on the planet 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 beneficial by nearly everybody we spoke to. It’s situated simply off Berlezi Park within the metropolis middle. The individuals watching was simply nearly as good because the recent meals! 

Mahalo – This plant based mostly cafe was excellent for an off-the-cuff lunch. Assume huge salads, grain bowls, and recent smoothies all made with sustainable substances. Nice for take away too!

Ett Hem – Our second evening at Ett Hem we loved an unimaginable seven course meal ready by the cooks of the home. The resort welcomes exterior company to the restaurant for dinner, so even in case you are not staying on property, I extremely advocate eating on website. 

Stadshotell Bistro / Bar – We loved a stunning meal on the Bistro at Stadshotell, the place the menu adjustments day by day and highlights the very best 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 top-of-the-line meals halls on the planet. The totally different distributors and counters are filled with fish, cheese, sweets, and conventional delicacies. The house is extremely lovely and to not be missed! As it could possibly 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 understood for his or her shared plates. Additionally they have a cute wine bar subsequent door known 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 evening in Stockholm. The restaurant was charming and enjoyable, simply what we have been in search of. Nice cheese! 

Bar Ninja – We had been studying fairly a bit about Stockholm’s pure wine scene and two spots saved showing on practically 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 just some blocks from the Stadshotell. We cherished it!