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| A simple vase of flowers at Grassagarden |
There is so much to enjoy and to explore in Sweden. On a sunny day, the water sparkles in the strong, clear, clean light, the days are endless, the sunsets memorable.
But what I also love is the Swedish sense of style which perfectly suits the Swedish climate and the strong light. So simple but so beautiful.
We arrived on the small island of Rastaholm on Lake Malaren to find that it was barbecue night at the Rastaholm Inn. The freshly-caught barbecued sea bream was quite simply one of the most delicious meals I have ever eaten, served with a selection of freshly prepared salads, a cold glass of white wine and finished off with a delicious coffee served with a glass of warmed rum and chocolate truffles and fresh berries. There was live music and later we took to the dance floor...
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| Table Decorations, Rastaholm Inn, Lake Malaren |
The morning after the storm that brought us to the town of Strangnas on the shores of Lake Malaren was my husband's birthday and luckily the day was fine and clear, so we spent the morning exploring the town. We came across the pretty Cafe Grassagarden which dates from the 17th century and used to be an inn.
The interior was just as charming and I loved the windows. I have a big love affair with Swedish windows.
Another favourite spot on the mainland is the KutterKonfect, a lovely shop and cafe in the town of Trosa not far from Stockholm. The speciality is chocolate-covered marzipan, the presentation is amazing and the temptation is huge!
