Restaurant Tradition Stockholm Review: Traditional Swedish Food in Gamla Stan
Tradition offers a retreat from Gamla Stan’s tourist crowds – a quiet courtyard restaurant steps from the Royal Palace where you can experience traditional Swedish cuisine. The menu features several Swedish classics, such as Swedish meatballs, kroppkakor (meat-filled potato dumplings), and cured salmon with creamy dill potatoes, all served in a contemporary Scandinavian setting. They … Read more
Villa Dahlia Restaurant & Bar
While most hotel restaurants play it safe with international menus, Villa Dahlia takes the opposite approach: authentic Italian small plates served in a Scandinavian-minimalist space overlooking a quiet park. The 2024 opening brought serious Italian cooking to a neighborhood better known for modern international eateries and wine bars. As we enter, we’re greeted by a … Read more
Stockholm’s best restaurants for solo diners
Stockholm is a great city for eating out on your own. You’ll spot plenty of locals eating alone at lunch counters, wine bars, and food halls throughout the week. The key is choosing restaurants with bar seating, community tables, or stadium-style seating where you can watch the crowd. These restaurants make solo dining feel natural … Read more
Things to do in Stockholm in winter – top activities and tips
Visiting Stockholm in the winter months, you’ll notice something interesting: the city leans into its short days, long nights, and cold weather. From mid-november the city switches on the Christmas lights and the streets feel cozy. From there it’s just under a month to Lucia on December 13 (a candlelit tradition with choirs and saffron … Read more
Guide to the best day spas in Stockholm
Visiting a day spa is one of the simple pleasures of spending time in Stockholm and works in every season. A few hours in warm water and a quiet relaxation room can ease jet lag and help you recharge after days spent exploring the city’s museums, restaurants, and sights. Stockholm has a wide range of … Read more
The best places to see Christmas lights in Stockholm
Every November, Stockholm lights up with elaborate Christmas displays, turning the Swedish capital into an atmospheric winter destination. Streets and squares turn into open-air galleries of decorations, sculptures and light installations. When you walk the streets this time of year, look up at the windows of residential buildings. You will see glowing Christmas stars, Advent … Read more
Mahalo Södermalm
A pink neon sign spelling “Mahalo” glows against the building’s yellow brick facade. Inside, weekend brunchers are filling the lively café. It smells of freshly brewed coffee and toasted grains. We already know this will be a good experience. Mahalo is a plant-based café serving breakfast and lunch. They serve breakfast until 11 am on … Read more
Best Christmas Markets in Stockholm 2025
As Christmas approaches and the days grow shorter, Stockholm feels especially cozy. Long nights and warm lights create a calm mood across the city, and the Christmas markets add food, crafts, and Swedish traditions to the mix. This is a simple way to experience Swedish holiday culture through taste, scent, and small handmade things. This … Read more
Misshumasshu Stockholm Review: Tokyo Meets Stockholm in a Historic Arcade
Step into the dimly lit arcade Birger Jarlspassagen and you’ll find yourself at the restaurant Misshumasshu. The name comes from the Japanese pronunciation of ‘mishmash’, perfectly capturing the restaurant’s blend of Tokyo and Stockholm. The dining room is one of Stockholm’s most fascinating examples of contemporary Scandinavian interior design, and shows a modern version of … Read more
Swedish clothing brands to buy in Stockholm
One of the best things about shopping in Stockholm is discovering clothes from Swedish brands. Many department stores feature a wide selection, but what makes Stockholm special is that so many of these brands have their flagship stores here. Fashion is a big part of the city’s identity, and Swedish design is known for being … Read more
