{"id":9949,"date":"2016-01-22T05:00:27","date_gmt":"2016-01-22T10:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mrnystyleandtravel.com\/?p=9949"},"modified":"2016-01-09T12:07:27","modified_gmt":"2016-01-09T17:07:27","slug":"five-warm-winter-havens-in-gothenburg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mrnystyleandtravel.com\/?p=9949","title":{"rendered":"Five Warm Winter Havens in Gothenburg"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Even after the holiday d\u00e9cor has been stashed, Gothenburg<\/a> remains a winter wonderland. Known throughout Northern Europe as the \u201cChristmas City,\u201d Sweden\u2019s second city is equally notable for its maritime bounty and a revitalized culinary scene.<\/p>\n

A coastal city in the West of Sweden, Gothenburg displays an easygoing charm and its residents are unfailingly warm and friendly \u2013 even in winter.<\/p>\n

Those who live in Gothenburg know where to find the best of contemporary Scandinavian design and gastronomy, as well as the best place for a fika. Here are a few local favorites for the best of winter in Gothenburg.<\/p>\n

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Father and son at Restaurang Gabriel \u00a9MRNY<\/p><\/div>\n

Restaurang Gabriel<\/em><\/strong>: Apart from the fragrance of freshly-grilled fish, what emanates from Restaurang Gabriel<\/a> is a genuine warmth of spirit. The father-and-son proprietors are as amiable as they are honest and kind \u2013 and their generosity of spirit pervades their landmark restaurant.<\/p>\n

Located atop Gothenburg\u2019s fish market, which is known throughout the city as \u201cFeskekyrka\u201d (the Fish Church), the restaurant is perched like the choir above the congregants who peruse Gothenburg\u2019s seafood hall. Those who desire the catch of the day cooked to perfection climb the restaurant\u2019s stairs to maritime heaven.<\/p>\n

As head chef Johan Malm states, \u201cWe like to keep it simple,\u201d which means straight from the sea to the plate. No wonder this iconic restaurant has become a symbol of Gothenburg\u2019s gracious hospitality and exemplary seafood.<\/p>\n

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Restaurant R\u00f6da Sten during Sunday’s all-day brunch \u00a9MRNY<\/p><\/div>\n

Restaurant R\u00f6da Sten<\/em><\/strong>: Housed in a former boiler house at the entrance to the harbor, R\u00f6da Sten<\/a> is an exhibition center for contemporary art and culture. Built in 1940, the building once supplied heat for local industry \u2013 but the warmth it creates now comes from artists.<\/p>\n

Situated on the grounds of the medieval fortress of \u00c4lvsborg and a Scottish sugar refinery, the neighborhood is notable for its bohemian atmosphere, with an abundance of artists\u2019 studios and alternative theatres and dance spaces.<\/p>\n

One of the hubs of the artistic neighborhood is Restaurant R\u00f6da Sten<\/a>, a lively caf\u00e9\/lounge and restaurant that transforms into a cultural venue. On Sundays, the restaurant features \u201cMeatless Sundays,\u201d an all-day brunch comprised of Mediterranean and Scandinavian specialties. A pair of deejays utilize classic turntables to create a chill weekend lounge groove that attracts a fashionable crowd of families and hipsters. The ambiance is so warm and friendly that you\u2019ll want to linger for a second fika.<\/p>\n

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A fika at da Matteo \u00a9MRNY<\/p><\/div>\n

Da Matteo<\/em><\/strong>: With coffee sacks stacked around the wooden tables and an open production area where guests can observe the lovingly, labor-intensive process behind each mug of handcrafted coffee, da Matteo<\/a> is a specialty roastery that was designated Sweden\u2019s \u201cCaf\u00e9 of the Year\u201d in the 2015 White Guide.<\/p>\n

First opened in 1995 as an Italian espresso bar, da Matteo now has four locations around the city, as well as a bread bakery. On Magasinsgatan where da Matteo<\/a>\u2019s roastery and bakery is surrounded by boutiques and food trucks, the caf\u00e9 is a hive of creative energy and animated conversation.<\/p>\n

Da Matteo<\/a> purchases coffee from sustainable producers who care for the land and their employees as much as they do for their product. More than just the coffee you sip, da Matteo represents the cultural concept that we bear responsibility for what we eat and drink.<\/p>\n

Sipping coffee at da Matteo warms you, body and soul.<\/p>\n

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Food trucks outside Artilleriet \u00a9MRNY<\/p><\/div>\n

Artilleriet<\/em><\/strong>: To walk into Artilleriet<\/a> is to feel as if you\u2019re entering the home of a well-traveled curator with a refined design aesthetic. Glowing with candlelight and suffused with the warmth of a convivial staff, the interior design shop features unique finds from around the word. Gifts are hand wrapped in paper and twine \u2013 and sealed with signature black wax.<\/p>\n

Next door is Artilleriet the Kitchen<\/a>, which offers handcrafted kitchen and everyday objects \u2013 as well as design inspiration for your own dining areas.<\/p>\n

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Bar Amuse at Hotel Pigalle \u00a9MRNY<\/p><\/div>\n

Bar Amuse at Hotel Pigalle<\/em><\/strong>: Few locales are more inviting than a cozy bo\u00eete in the middle of winter. Bar Amuse<\/a> at Hotel Pigalle<\/a> offers the atmosphere of Belle \u00c9poque Paris in the heart of Gothenburg. Whether you\u2019re seeking a refuge or an afternoon tryst, the intimate lounge radiates the warmth that most people associate with the City of Light. Order a coffee \u2013 and the next round might be champagne.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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