A fika or lunch under the cherry blossoms

Cherry blossoms in full bloom over a square in Stockholm, with benches, bicycles, and people sitting in the spring sun.

Cherry blossoms in Södermalm

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Cherry blossoms in soft morning light in central Stockholm, with the sun shining through the branches and light-colored buildings in the background.

Kungsträdgården Cherry blossoms

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People in a park with blooming cherry trees.

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Experience Japanese culture in Kungsträdgården under rows of blooming cherry trees. The day features taiko drums, kimono fashion shows, martial arts demonstrations, origami, and a tea ceremony. Enjoy performances from young singers and a Japanese orchestra on stage, before the day ends with the energetic Yosakoi dance.

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Cafés in Stockholm. Delicious-looking pastries on display at Art Bakery, a café located in the NK department store in central Stockholm.

Art Bakery combines the fine art of creating pastries with, well, fine art. Besides creating desserts that look and taste like no other the café, located in the NK department store, has an exhibition space showcasing contemporary art.

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Fika in Stockholm. A tray of freshly baked cinnamon buns at Bröd & Salt.

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Bröd &amp; Salt is a local chain of artisan bakeries, with locations all over Stockholm. Everything is fresh, made from sourdough, and lactose-free. Besides fresh bread, buns, and cookies Bröd &amp; Salt also has a selection of fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps if you’re hungry for lunch!

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A colourful image of a yummy falafel

Take your meal to go if you are not lucky enough to get a seat in this hole-in-the-wall-sized restaurant. Freshly fried falafel is, of course, the hero on the menu but you can also choose from traditional dishes like börek. The food is made to order and definitely worth the wait.

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Cafées in Stockholm. Kaffebar, formerly Mellqvists Kaffebar, is a popular coffeeshop and Södermalm that is heavily featured in Stieg Larsson's Millennium-books.

Kaffebar

Kaffebar, formerly known as Mellqvists Kaffebar, is a cozy coffee shop on Södermalm known for its excellent coffee and great atmosphere. It&#x27;s was also for being Stieg Larsson&#x27;s real-life hangout and is prominently featured in the Millenium books. Perhaps this is the very place where he sat and developed the plots of the novels?

Two alleys with cherry trees in bloom with a pond between them.

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Kungsträdgården is one of the city&#x27;s most important meeting places. It is open to everyone all year round and offers more than 200 different events, such as festivals, ice skating, and sports and cultural activities. The cherry blossoms in spring in the northern part of the park attract large numbers of visitors.

Cafées in Stockholm. A tray of cinnamon buns at Magnus Johansson Bageri & Konditori in Hammarby Sjöstad.

Magnus Johansson Bageri & Konditori

Magnus Johansson has made dessert for the Nobel banquet a total of 11 times, which makes him the current record holder! At his own café and bakery in Hammarby Sjöstad you&#x27;ll get a taste of his pastries, cakes, cookies, bread and buns. Also in Hammarby Sjöstad, just a stone&#x27;s throw away, you&#x27;ll find Magnus Johansson Glass &amp; Konfektyr where you&#x27;ll be treated to artisan ice cream and sweets.

Mahalo

Also has a location at Odengatan 26, in the Vasastan district.

Mahalo specializes in plant-based breakfasts and lunches. Enjoy American pancakes and a smoothie at the start of the day or come back later for a fresh lunch bowl or a plate of loaded vegan fries. Mahalo has several locations in Stockholm, including Kungsholmen, Vasastan, and Södermalm.

Bars in Stockholm. People enjoying drinks outside, at Nya Carnegie Bryggeriet. The sun is shining on a summer afternoon and people are dressed in summer clothes.

A modern artisan brewery and restaurant in a former lightbulb factory called Lumahuset, in Hammarby Sjöstad. From a collaboration between Brooklyn Brewery and Carlsberg come classical brews with a modern twist. Enjoy the gorgeous space, have a bite to eat, and try the house brews. The outdoor patio opens during summer.

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Operakällarens bakficka

Classic mini-bistro and food bar with well-made traditional Swedish dishes. Part of the Operakällaren’s food palace. Very popular for lunch. No reservations, so come early or late.

Stikki Nikki

Stikki Nikki serves fresh, homemade gelato, ice cream, and sorbet. Stikki Nikki has several ice cream cafés around Stockholm; for instance on Götgatan, Drottninggatan, Old Town, and Mariatorget.

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Vetekatten

Vetekatten in central Stockholm is a coffee-and-pastry institution. A well-preserved, tradition-packed café where you can sample traditional Swedish pastries of superior quality. They have six branches throughout the city and their first has been open, almost every day, since opening its door at Kungsgatan 55 in 1928.

Vetekatten Kungsgatan

Every spring, the cherry blossoms of Kungsträdgården bloom in a beloved display of color that, for many, mark the definitive arrival of spring. So, why not celebrate with a tasty fika or lunch?

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