mid-century fika

cafes say a lot about a culture. in tokyo you often see salesmen napping between client visits, and in new york, you might find yourself next to someone talking loudly, at a mile-a-minute, about yoga, dating or politics.

the fika, or coffee break, is a big part of stockholm life. i'm glad i stopped by the very classic cafe valand, where time seems to move slowly and quietly. the interior is a mid-century design lover's dream... i felt like i could sit here forever, but alas, i had a flight to catch. yes, on to finland!

stockholm

goodbye astoria

i will miss your laid back ways, and the smell of your kitchens.