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Where to get LusseKatter in stockholm
Where to get LusseKatter in stockholm
December 13th marks St Lucia Day in Sweden, celebrating lights, song... and saffron! These iconic buns have been served on this occasion since the 1880s - here's where to get your Lussekatter!
BEST GREEK FOOD IN stockholm
BEST GREEK FOOD IN stockholm
We are lucky to have Demetra Stellas on the SPC Board because she knows all the great Greek spots in Stockholm - and now she’s sharing that knowledge with us all! Check out the guide to Greek restaurants, markets and cafes in Stockholm!
BEST SEMLA IN stockholm
BEST SEMLA IN stockholm
Semlor are a major player in Sweden's vast range of baked goods; why, they've even toppled a king! Learn all about these buns, where to get the best ones and how to make your own.
Indian food IN stockholm
Indian food IN stockholm
Spice up your life with Nayantara’s fabulous guide to the best Indian restaurants in Stockholm! Not only has she hand-picked the places, but also tells you the best things to order there. Nice!
JULBORD IN stockholm
JULBORD IN stockholm
Where to get the best Christmas meal in Stockholm? Whether you want a fancy meal or a traditional one or one by the water, Johanna Hajman has you covered as she shares her tips on the best places to eat, drink, be merry and feel the julmys!
THE SWEDISH JULBORD - EXPLAINED
THE SWEDISH JULBORD - EXPLAINED
Johanna Hajman explains the many splendours of a traditional Swedish Christmas buffet, right down to the herring and lutfisk! Read the article for how to make your own Swedish Julbord!
THANKSGIVING IN STOCKHOLM
THANKSGIVING IN STOCKHOLM
Whether you want to turn up to a turkey meal with all the trimmings or need to know where to find the supplies to make at home, this article is for those wanting to celebrate Thanksgiving in Stockholm.
the best MEXICAN RESTAURANTS IN STOCKHOLM
the best MEXICAN RESTAURANTS IN STOCKHOLM
Finding true Mexican food, full of rich flavours, nutritional value and appealing to the eye, can be a challenge in this city. But tranquilos - with this handy guide from Aline Benítez and Colin Herron, you’ll be able to find authentic cocina mexicana in Stockholm.
the best ITALIAN COFFEE IN STOCKHOLM
the best ITALIAN COFFEE IN STOCKHOLM
Where to get a good espresso in Stoccolma? We asked the SIS Italian community for their recommendations on where to get the best Italian coffee in Stockholm - and their list doesn't disappoint!
SPC BOARD REcommends: kanelbullar
SPC BOARD REcommends: kanelbullar
We've tried a lot of cinnamon buns over the years, just to come up with this article on the best kanelbullar in Stockholm. As you see, the SPC board is willing to suffer for its community!
SIS KIDS RECOMMEND: TOP BURGER JOINTS
SIS KIDS RECOMMEND: TOP BURGER JOINTS
The American kids of SIS took on an important mission: telling our community where to get the best burgers in town! Warning: includes impossibly cute quotes...
Where to get the best ice-cream in stockholm
Where to get the best ice-cream in stockholm
The city has definitely upped its gelato game in recent years, from Mexican paletas to homemade soft-serve to gourmet pairings of flavours. Find out where to get the best ice-cream in Stockholm!
the best neapolitan pizza in stockholm
the best neapolitan pizza in stockholm
If you want to know where to get pizza, you have to ask an Italian! Tamara Tomasetto tell us the 4 places to get your Neapolitan fix.
Husmanskost - Swedish Traditional dishes
Husmanskost - Swedish Traditional dishes
There's more than meatballs to husmanskost! Learn to know your kroppkakor from your pannkakor, and tell apart Biff Rydberg from Biff Lindström, with this deep dive into traditional Swedish cooking.
SPOTLIGHT: Günter's GLOBAL HOT DOGS
SPOTLIGHT: Günter's GLOBAL HOT DOGS
Each month an SPC community member can share something that makes Stockholm special to them. Korv (Swedish hot dogs) are the perfect snack on a cold autumn day. Laura Skov explains why Günter's, is the perfect place to get them.
Korean Food in Stockholm
Korean Food in Stockholm
BY MINSUN KIM, KYUNGHEE LEE & CHANIN JUNG
We've gone to the experts to get the lowdown on the best Korean restaurants and grocery stores in town. From Kimchijeon to Tteokbokki, these ladies know where to go. 맛있게 드세요!
international grocery stores in Stockholm
international grocery stores in Stockholm
Sometimes, only home food will do. Sometimes, you want to try making cuisine from other countries. Either way, we hope you'll find this list of international grocery stores in Stockholm useful!
Italian groceries in stockholm
Italian groceries in stockholm
Where to get the best pasta, biscotti and guanciale in Stockholm? Ask an Italian! Genoveffa Corbo on Italian grocery shops in the city - and how to order from Italy direct!
GROCERY SHOPPING
GROCERY SHOPPING
Supermarkets
You will find some supermarkets open from 07:00 to 23:00, but most stores are open between 08:00 to 20:00. Many stores offer a loyalty or membership card, where you can receive offers on products and bonus checks. A personal number is required to apply for these cards.
Large Supermarket chains include:
ICA, ICA Maxi, Hemköp, Netto, COOP, COOP Daglivs, Pris Extra, Willy's, Sabis, Lidl, Picard.
Organic food stores
Organic food is labeled ekologisk or krav and is widely available in supermarkets.
Paradiset, Regeringsgatan 44 - 08 613 36 00
www.facebook.com/paradisetmatmarknad
Gryningen, Folkungagatan 68 - 08 641 27 12
Cajsa Warg, Renstiernasgatan 20, Södermalm - 08 642 23 50 / St: Eriksplan 2, Vasastan - 08 33 01 20
Specialist grocery
Cheese
Wijnjas Wholesale, Bergsgatan 24 - 08 13 14 25
Turkey
Ingelsta Kalkon, Humlegårdsgatan 13 - 08 660 33 66
Frozen food
Picard, 12 locations
Kosher Food
The Jewish Society in Sweden has a list of kosher foods widely available in Stockholm on their website, www.jfst.se/kosher, or go to
Kosherian, Nybrogatan 19, inside the Bajit. - 08 663 6580
Halal Food
Many major Swedish food chains offer meat of animals slain according to Shari'ah (the Islamic law). Halal food is sold alongside other foodstuffs in larger stores and marked as such with a halal' sticker.
Vegetarian Food
See the Vegan Guide to Stockholm, www.veganstockholm.se
Seasonal outdoor Saturday organic market, www.bondensegen.com
Home delivery
There are many different options for you with home delivery and can be somewhat confusing. You can buy (handla) everyday groceries, or get pre-selected meal kits (matkasse) with dietary considerations such as: vegetarian, vegan, organic, children's, lactose/gluten-free etc inspirational dinners for 2-4 persons for 3-5 days.
www.ica.se (App link here)
www.coop.se (App link here)
www.hemkop.se (App link at the bottom of the website)
www.willys.se (App link at the bottom of the website)
www.mathem.se (App link at the bottom of the website)
Home delivery of organic fruit and vegetables:
By the Bakery - 08 420 300 80
Baked goods delivery within the city limits for free.
cigarettes & alcohol
cigarettes & alcohol
Alcohol
Most restaurants and bars are licensed. Bars and restaurants will not serve alcohol to anyone under the age of 18.
For home consumption, the sale of alcohol is strictly controlled by the government owned Systembolaget (Opening hours: M-F 10:00-19:00, Sat 10:00-15:00, Sun Closed) - www.systembolaget.se. Wine, spirits and stronger beers are only sold at Systembolaget whilst beer, containing up to 3.5% alcohol can be purchased at grocery stores. Systembolaget may ask customers for ID as a means of ensuring that no sales are made to persons under the age of 20 years.
Smoking
All public places, including restaurants and cafés, are smoke-free in Sweden. If you are a smoker, you have to step outside to smoke.
INTERNATIONAL FOOD
INTERNATIONAL FOOD
Global Food Stores
Hötorgetshallen, Sergelgatan 29 - 08 21 62 93
Indoor market with International and Swedish foods.
Kista Grossen, Torsnäsgatan 4-6 Kista - 08 751 01 00
Matvärlden Veddesta, Nettovägen 2-4, 175 41 Järfälla - 08 40 93 6000
NiNi
Östermalms Saluhall, Östermalmstorg
Upscale indoor market.
European Food Stores
Carls Deli, Hötorshallen - 070 84 10 777
Eataly, Biblioteksgatan 5 - 08 400 17 500
Fior di latte
Ellinikon, Lyckselevägen 54, Vällingby
Grekisk Livs, Oxholmsgränd 8, Skärholmen
ItalSpain Delicatessen, Birger Jarlsgatan 110
www.stockholmostochchark.se/sida/butik
L'Agorá, Björngårdsgatan 11 - 0707620917
Polen Specialisten, 3 locations - 08 27 57 70
Polish Food, Torsgatan 49 - 08 30 10 14
Salamantinos, Roslagsgatan 31 - 08 673 20 24
East Asian Stores
Asian Market, Olof Palmes Gata 12 - 08 20 65 88
Filippinska Asian Market, Holländargatan 9A
Hong Kong Trading, Olofsgatan 5 - 08 20 65 88
Oriental Supermarket, Regeringsgatan 44 (NK Passagen) - 08 24 28 88
Japanska Torget, Tegnérgatan 6 - 08 673 58 81
www.facebook.com/Japanska-Torget
JFK (Japan Food & Kitchen), Swedenborgsgatan 28 - 08 34 38 15
Korean Food, Luntmakargatan 76 - 08 545 938 16
North American & British Food
Little Britain Shop, Lilla Nygatan 11 - 08 22 00 88
www.facebook.com/littlebritainshop
The English Shop, Varuvägen 15, 125 30 Älvsjö - 073 999 2490
Taylors & Jones, British butcher, Hantverkargatan 12 - 08 651 29 10
Coopers Candy
The American Store, Sveavägen 106 - 0766 32 30 20
www.theamericanfoodandgiftstore.se
South American Food
Latinamerikanska Livsmedel, Hötorgshallen, Hötorget 3 - 08 411 99 11
Latinprodukter, Klintbacken 3, 168 65 Bromma - 0762239941
Tienda Rocoto, Frejgatan 32, 11326, Stockholm
South Asian Food
Himalaya Livs, Valhallavägen 67 - 07 23 33 0999
Indian Food Center, Kungsholmsgatan 15 - 08 653 21 22
www.facebook.com/indianfoodcenter
Taj Mahal Livs, Kammakargatan 40 - 08 21 22 81
Indian, African, Middle Eastern food
Where to get Traditional Swedish FOOD in Stockholm
Where to get Traditional Swedish FOOD in Stockholm
The following segment is a personal editorial from contributed by an SPC member. For their description of Swedish food, please click here. Here are a few places, with varying price tags, that serve good traditional Swedish food:
Tradition: A new chain of restaurants that are dedicated to Husmanskost. Not the best I have tasted, but not the worst either.
Prinsen: This is probably the best bistro in town that serves mainly traditional Swedish, and well located on Mäster Samuelsgatan in the center.
Ulla Winbladh: An old restaurant in Djurgården. It tends to be quite touristy but it does have very good traditional food and is beautifully located.
Den Gyldene Freden: (The Golden Peace) Located in Gamla Stan, this is the restaurant I most frequently recommend to visitors. You cannot beat the historic atmosphere at this restaurant. It has been located here since 1722 and many famous people have frequented here, including the most traditional of Swedish balladeers, Bellman. When I inquired where he usually sat, the waiter informed me with a deadpan face that he was mostly on the floor, referring to the Swedish culture of hard drinking! The food is delicious, traditional fare with a slightly modern twist.
Opera Baren: Located on the side of the Swedish opera house off Kungstädgården, this intimate restaurant has a wonderful interior, reminiscent of an old boys club from the 1920s. The menu is simple, short and serves elegant traditional food. The adjoining bar (Bakfickan) next door has the same menu. They tend to be packed at lunch but if you go at 1pm, the restaurant will be almost empty. Don’t confuse this with Operakällarens Matsal; This is the magnificent main restaurant at the Opera House, which is French, very good, but very expensive.
Östermalmshallen: This is a food market off Östermalms Torget (the elaborate red brick building) and is a wonderful place to shop and eat, although buying groceries there is quite expensive. But if you need something special, chances are they will have it. They have several lovely restaurants inside, mainly serving traditional seafood and husmanskost.
eating out
eating out
The following segment is a personal editorial from contributed by an SPC member.
A small guide about eating in Sweden and Swedish food.
So, I have good news and bad news about going out to eat in Sweden. The bad news is that it is expensive. No, you haven’t missed a great hole in the wall bargain; there aren’t any. Even a humble takeaway sandwich is pretty pricy on an international scale. My advice to you is not translate the prices into your local currency. It will only depress you and make your meal less tasty.
The good news is that Swedish food is delicious! There are two kinds of Swedish food, traditional and haute cuisine. Traditional food, the humblest being termed husmanskost is simple, rustic, filling, and features a lot of butter and cream. The new Swedish cuisine is lighter, heavily influenced by global gastronomic food trends, but using traditional Swedish ingredients. New Swedish cuisine is everywhere, in all the highest rated restaurants in Stockholm like 'Restaurant Frantzén', 'Mathias Dahlgren' and 'Gastrologik', but also features, albeit at a less exalted level, at restaurants across the city like 'Prinsen', 'Strandvägen 1', and 'Riche'. Traditional food is much harder to find, partly because it is not fashionable and partly because this is the food Swedes eat at home. However, some dishes are still often served in the dagens rätt (daily dishes) that almost every restaurant has at lunch time. Lunch is, in fact, the only bargain that can be found eating out in Sweden. Most places will have a specially priced daily special that is priced around 100 SEK.
A few notes on eating out in Sweden:
It is advisable to book a table for weekends and at popular restaurants.
Restaurants usually include the gratuity in the bill, so there is no need for tipping. However, if you feel that you have received really good service, a ~10% tip would be appreciated.
Restaurants assume that you want to sit at your table for the evening, so they will not bring you the bill unless you specifically ask for it, if nothing else has been indicated.
Most restaurants and cafés are child friendly and have high chairs.
All Swedish restaurants are non-smoking.
Clearly restaurant choice is subjective, below is a list based purely on personal experience of an enjoyable evening out! For more detailed information on restaurant selections see: www.krogguiden.se, www.alltomstockholm.se, www.whiteguides.se or www.yelp.se
AG, Kronobergsgatan 37 - 08 410 681 00
Meat restaurant
Ardbeg Embassy, Västerlånggatan 68, Gamla Stan - 08 791 90 90
Good food and bar. They have about 150 Single Malt whiskies
Bakfickan, Operahuset, Karl XII:s torg - 08 676 58 00
Small busy intimate restaurant that shares the kitchen with the more expensive Operakällaren restaurant, no reservations.
www.operakallaren.se/bakfickan
Berns, Berzelii Park 9 - 08 566 322 00
Has two restaurants, Asiatiska, Sweden’s oldest Chinese restaurant and Berns Bistro classic French kitchen.
www.berns.se
Blå Porten, Djurgårdsvägen 64 - 08 663 87 59
Historical restaurant with an Italian-inspired garden and a DJ for hire.
Bull & Bear Inn, Birger Jarlsgatan 16 - 08 611 100 00
English style pub.
www.bullandbear.se
Ciao Ciao Grande, Storgatan 11 Östermalmstorg - 08 667 64 20
Italian with good pizza. There are several Ciao Ciao restaurants in town.
Den Gamle och Havet, Tulegatan 27 - 08 661 53 00
Italian, good fish and pasta
www.dengamleochhavet.se
Erik's Gondolen, Stadsgården 6 - 08 641 70 90
Restaurant and bar. Expensive, but offers amazing views over Stockholm
Flickorna Helin & Voltaire, Rosedalsvägen 14 - 08 664 51 08
The SIS Walking Club’s favorite stop!
www.helinvoltaire.com/cafe.html
Franky’s Burger, Tegnergatan 16 - 08 22 77 22
Grodan, Grev Turegatan 16 - 08 679 61 00
A Stockholm classic. Good food in amazing atmosphere.
www.grodan.se
Grill Ruby, Österlånggatan 14, Gamla Stan - 08 20 60 15
Specializes in Texas-style steaks
www.grillruby.com
Hotel Diplomat, Strandvägen 7C - 08 459 68 00
www.diplomathotel.com
Ice Bar Stockholm, Nordic Sea Hotel, Vasaplan 4 - 08 50 56 35 20
The coolest bar in town: literally made of ice - a must for visitors, booking is essential.
www.icebarstockholm.se
K25 - Kungsgatan 25
Food court
www.k25.nu
Matapoteket , Bondegatan 6 - 070 999 01 70
www.matapoteket.nu
Maxos, Scheelegatan 13 - 0760 36 77 18
www.facebook.com/Maxoskungsholmen
Mårten Trotzig, Västerlånggatan 79 - 08 442 25 30
Swedish and International cuisine.
Mormors Kök, Sibyllegatan 67 - 08 663 96 13
Polish restaurant, lovely pirogi
Meno Male, Roslagsgatan 15 / Hantverkargatan 14 - 08 14 14 10
Traditional Italian pizza
Oscar Bistro, Narvavägen 32, Karlaplan - 08 575 00 00
Prinsen, Mäster Samuelsgatan 4 - 08 611 13 31
Classic Swedish dishes with a French touch since 1897
Pom and Flora, Cafe, Bondegatan 64 - 08 410 100 49 / Odengatan 39 - 0762 49 67 01
Restaurant J Gåshaga, Augustendalsvägen 52 - 08 601 30 25
Restaurant Riche, Birger Jarlsgatan 4 - 08 545 035 60
Rolfs Kök, Tegnérgatan 41 - 08 10 16 96
Rosendals Trädgård, Rosendalsterrssen 12, Djurgården - 08 545 812 70
Beautiful organic café and organic shop in the green houses
www.rosendalstradgard.se
Sturehof, Stureplan 2 - 08 440 57 30
Swedish seafood with four stylish bars
www.sturehof.com
Steam, Krukmakargatan 19 / Tegnergatan 4 / St Eriksgatan 118
www.steam.nu
Dumplings
Snö, Odengatan 92, Mjölnarvägen 26
Proper Italian gelateria
Tennstopet, Dalagatan 50 - 08 32 25 18
Classic Swedish menu, opened in 1867
www.tennstopet.se
Texas Longhorn, Fleminggatan 27, +17 other locations - 08 651 16 61
Beef with Mexican influence, burgers & fries
www.texaslonghorn.se
Urban Deli, Sveavägen 44 - 08 425 500 20
www.urbandeli.org
Vapiano, Sturegatan 12, + 5 locations - 08 662 20 11
Fresh Italian pasta, pizza and salads, no waiters - use a swipe card and order at the counter from your chef!
https://se.vapiano.com/sv/home/
Wallmans, Teatergatan 3 - 08 50 55 60 00
Restaurant, plus entertainment with a cabaret and singing waiters!
www.wallmans.se
Wedholms Fisk, Nybrokajen 17 - 08 611 78 74
Michelin Guide starred fish restaurant - expensive
www.wedholmsfisk.se
Wärdshuset Ulla Winbladh, Rosendalsvägen 8, Djurgården - 08 534 89 701
Swedish specialties. The outdoor café is nice in the summer.
www.ullawinbladh.se
Östermalmshallen
Humlegårdsgatan 1-3, Östermalm Gourmet food hall. Great for lunch.
CAFES
CAFES
Below are a selection of good coffee shops, where you can experience the art of Swedish fika - making a cup of coffee and a bun into a sacred part of the day.
Bageriet Bulleboden, Parmmätargatan 7, Kungsholmen - 08 65 305 42
Family run bakery, best cinnamon and cardamom buns
Café Saturnus, Eriksbergsgatan 6 - 08 611 77 00
Popular lunch café with a French touch. Serves Stockholm's largest kanelbullar. Weekend brunch served
Karla cafe, Karlavägen 71 - 08 660 74 73
Have good gluten free options, fika and lunch
Espressosostabar
For grown-ups, the Best real Italian coffee
www.sosta.se
Ilcaffè
Italian coffee in 4 different locations
www.ilcaffe.se
Café Sirap, Surbrunnsgatan 31A - 08 612 94 19
American Pancakes! Brunch all day.
www.cafesirap.se
Vetekatten, Kungsgatan 55 - 08 20 84 05
Traditional, very famous bakery with a wonderful old-fashioned café
www.vetekatten.se
SWEDISH BAKING MEASUREMENTS & CONVERSIONS
SWEDISH BAKING MEASUREMENTS & CONVERSIONS
Baking Guide
You may find it useful to buy a set of Swedish measuring scoops for following new recipes you come across.
1 dl (deciliter) = 100 ml
2 1/2 dl = 1 cup
Teaspoon - tesked; Tablespoon(s) - matsked(ar); Cup - kopp
If using plain flour (vetemjöl) and you want to make up your own self-raising flour, add the following quantities of baking powder:
250 g plain flour + 10ml baking powder = self-raising flour for sponge cake
250 g plain flour + 12ml baking powder = self-raising flour for scones
250 g plain flour + 15ml baking powder = self-raising flour for fairy cakes
If you need fresh Yeast/Baker’s yeast = färsk jäst. These are kept in the refrigerated counter usually the dairy section. Blue and gold labeled is for baking savoury goods; Red and gold is for baking sweet goods.
Measurements and Conversions
Volume: US units - Metric
1 teaspoon (US): 1/6 ounce - 5 milliliters
1 tablespoon (US): 0.5 ounce - 15 milliliters
1 fluid ounce (US): 1 ounce - 30 milliliters
1 gill (US): 4 ounces - 120 milliliters
1 cup (US): 8 ounces - 250 milliliters
1 pint (US): 16 ounces - 480 milliliters
1 quart (US): 32 ounces - 960 milliliters
1 gallon (US): 128 ounces - 3.8 liters
1 cubic inch: 0.5 ounces - 15 milliliters
1 teaspoon (UK): 1.2 teaspoons - 6 milliliters
1 dessert spoon (UK): 2.4 teaspoons - 12 milliliters
1 tablespoon (UK): 1.2 tablespoons - 18 milliliters
1 fluid ounce (UK): 0.96 ounces - 28 milliliters
1 gill (UK): 1.2 gills - 140 milliliters
1 breakfast cup (UK): 1.2 cups - 280 milliliters
1 pint (UK): 1.2 pints - 568 milliliters
1 quart (UK): 1.2 quarts - 1.14 liters
1 gallon (UK): 1.2 gallons - 4.55 liters
1 milliliter: 0.203 teaspoon - 1 milliliter
1 centiliter: 2.03 teaspoons - 10 milliliters
1 deciliter: 0.4 cup - 100 milliliters
1 liter: 1.05 quarts - 1000 milliliters
1 dekaliter: 2.6 gallons - 10000 milliliters
1 teaspoon (metric): 1 teaspoons - 5 milliliters
1 tablespoon (metric): 3 teaspoons - 15 milliliters
1 standard cup: 1.05 cups - 250 milliliters
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