Stockholm: We were welcomed with this scenic beauty full of culinary delights!

Here we are! And let's talk about what we discovered during this past few months living in Stockholm.

Stepping into the streets of Stockholm, we found gracious architecture, picturesque canals, and a rich cultural (Viking) heritage. And while exploring the city, one of the best discoveries was to treat ourselves to a taste of their pastries and one of Sweden's most beloved culinary treasures: the Semla!

What exactly is a Semla, you ask? Well, it's a mouthwatering pastry that's traditionally enjoyed during the Lenten season (February), but luckily for us, it's available year-round in Stockholm! Picture this: a delicate cardamom-scented bun, filled with a rich almond paste and topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream. It's a heavenly indulgence that's sure to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. We tried it at a few places:

• Ritorno bageri

• Thelins

• Cafe Schweizer

• Espresso house

• ICA supermarket

So which one was the best Semla in Stockholm, in our modest opinion? Ritorno bageri was definitely a delightful experience. They had a version with liquorice, surprisingly good to me, as I;m not fond of it.

But for more delicious pastries, like the famous cinnamon or cardamom roll, in almost all the city's charming cafes and bakeries you'll find these delectable treats in abundance. From classic establishments like Vete-Katten to trendy artisanal bakeries, there's no shortage of options to satisfy your cravings.

Well, what else have we being discovering during these past months?

Stockholm has many sights and attractions. We strolled through the historic Gamla Stan (Old Town), where you can find the stunning Royal Palace. We visited a couple of great museums and cultural spaces, below is the ones we liked the most and our take if it was a good option to go with kids:

• Stads museet: Free entrance, this is the city's museum, with a great exhibition of Stockholm form the early beginnings of the city to nowadays - its' great to take the kids.

• ABBA museum: It's amazing to learn more about this global artists and the museum is very interactive - no so great to take small kids.

• Vasa museum: It's a museum about 1 ship- Vasa, that sunk right after it's launch in 1600's - no so great to take kids.

• Toy museum: This one is perfect for kids, since displays many toys and its history.

• Junibaken: This museum is made for kids. It's very interactive, featuring sets for kids to play. They can also have fun with Pippi long stockings show and play at her house.

• Kulturhuset: Free entrance. This is Stockholms Culture center, where the main public library is located and it's divided by ages, being very easy to find great books appropriate by kids interest and age. They also have a mini indoor play area, that makes all the fun for the little ones. They also have a few cafes and restaurants.

These are most of the things we discovered so far and really worth visiting (For more kids related places to go, please read this post about playgrounds in Stockholm.).

Whether you're indulging in a Semla at a cozy cafe or exploring the beauty of Stockholm's city streets, you're sure to fall in love with the charm and culinary delights of this city. ✨🇸🇪 #VisitStockholm #SemlaLove #CulinaryAdventure

Ciao!