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CONTENTS WELCOME TO SWEDEN 10

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EDITOR´S LETTER 12

STAY: AN URBAN SPA ESCAPE 54

CONTRIBUTORS 15

INTERVIEW: MÅNS ZELMERLÖW 64

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ROYAL EVENTS 18

EUROVISION SONG CONTEST 68

STYLE: EDITOR’S CHOICE 22 INTERVIEW: TOMAS ANDERSSON MR. STOCKHOLM 24

STAY: A CASTLE ESCAPE 70

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LEGENDS: ANITA EKBERG 74

TRAVEL: SWEDISH LAPLAND 26

MUSIC: INTERVIEW WITH BJÖRN - IN FLAMES 78

SKIN & BEAUTY WITH SARA 30

NATURE: SCANDINAVIA’S BIG FIVE 84

COVER STORY: QUEEN OF WINTER WINDS 32

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CULTURE: SAMI ARTS AND CRAFTS 45 TASTE: SWEDISH FLAVORS 46

TRAVEL GUIDE: STOCKHOLM & SWEDISH LAPLAND 53

CULTURE CALENDAR 88 ART: STOCKHOLM VERNISSAGE 90

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EXPLORE: MUSEUMS 91

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Welcome to Sweden

Here we are in Stockholm – a brand new year with a lot more to see, do and experience

Måns Zelmerlöw and Stefan Ossmyr

Not only our city, but the whole country, went out of its way in 2015 to make life easier and more enjoyable for tourists. New hotels were built and threw open their doors.

Museums, sightseeing spots, shopping venues and points of interest will grow and expand in 2016 as well.

Stockholm now has the most complete range of shopping opportunities in Northern Europe, including flagship stores for the great majority of luxury brands. A Chanel outlet that you won't want to miss is just opening on Birger Jarlsgatan, one of the longest streets in central Stockholm and home to a number of high-end stores. Newly renovated Åhléns City, the largest department store in the Nordic countries, houses its own tourist agency on the 2nd floor. You are more than welcome to stop by any weekday until 9 pm. Keep in mind that tax free shopping in Sweden provides tremendous advantages and savings.

We like a couple of thrilling and environmentally friendly sightseeing options.

The amphibious Ocean Bus will take you around town on both sea and land. Or how about driving a solar powered motorboat either in the Baltic or on Mälaren, Sweden's third largest inland lake.

Navigating your way through Stockholm is more convenient than ever. Both tickets and the Stockholm Destination Pass are available just about everywhere you happen to be arriving. Get your pass at the Tourist Service of Arlanda International Airport.

Viking Line, St. Peter Line and Tallink Silja operate travel agencies at the various terminals with a broad selection of tickets and passes. Åhléns City, which is two minutes walking distance from the Central Station, has the closest authorized tourist agency serving people who arrive by either train or bus.

Stockholm is a beehive of activity in 2016. Eurovision Song Contest will be all the rage from May 9 to 14. This issue features an interview with Måns Zelmerlöw, a recent contest winner who is collaborating with ex-tennis star Jonas Björkman on a foundation that promotes the health, education and welfare of children in the developing countries of Africa. You couldn't ask for two better people to run such an invaluable project.

Among the annual events that the city has to offer are the Royal Palace Sprint (part of the World's Cup) on skis around Old Town in February, the Stockholm Marathon, Tough Viking in May and August, the Stockholm Pride Parade in July, Summer Burst, Early Music Festival and many more. Go to www.savor-touristinformation.com for the full schedule of happenings.

Stockholm and Sweden are waiting for you with open arms. I sincerely hope that we can help you have an unforgettable time while you are here.

Stefan Ossmyr EDITOR IN CHIEF

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Sweden is magically captivating during the winter and transitions beautifully into a brighter, more colorful spring. This issue focuses on the blend of nature in the arctic region of Sweden and the cosmopolitan beauty of the capital city, Stockholm.

Travel to Swedish Lapland, one of my absolute favorite places in the world, and explore this majestic pure winter wonderland. We highlight the indigenous and very intriguing Sami people of Sweden, also the inspiration for the taste of our “Swedish Flavors” feature.

Sara gives us much needed advice on skin care and protection through the winter months.

I could not ask for a better international team of creative professionals to bring our stylish Nordic Queen to life in all her sparkling glory in “Queen of Winter Winds.” She is magical, regal, resides up in the icy north of Sweden and is inspired by the style of the cosmopolitan capital. Be inspired by her unique, Scandinavian style.

Our dreamy “Selected Escapes” for your next stay feature a city spa and a countryside castle escape. See my “Editor’s Choice” for a selection of adventure, travel and lifestyle options, including a private luxury villa in a ski mountain lodge of northern Sweden. All so different, all equally worth a definite visit.

So pleased to have a casual conversation with entertainer, artist, philanthropist and all round amazing human being, Måns Zelmerlöw. Winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 and co-presenter for Eurovision 2016. Read more about Måns, Eurovision and how we look forward to this exciting event.

Journey through the vast forests of Sweden and discover the exciting world of Scandinavia’s own “Big Five” wildlife.

We pay homage to the legendary life of beautiful Swedish actress Anita Ekberg, more than just the sultry sexy Sylvia in Federico Fellini’s “La Dolce Vita” she was often known for. We turn up the heat as we talk to the metal band “In Flames” and find out more about what makes them such a global success.

We have the pleasure of indulging in the Lee Broom world, available now in Stockholm.

We meet briefly with the international product and interior designer who “is to furniture what Marc Jacobs or Tom Ford are to fashion.” And we couldn’t agree more.

We hope this issue leaves you dreaming of the amazing adventure, phenomenal shopping and incredible life of the white winter nights, big city and bright northern lights Sweden graciously gives us. Here’s to an incredible 2016.

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CONTRIBUTORS IVAN MATHIAS PETERSSON Actor, director and writer Ivan Mathias Petersson was educated in Sweden and France. The grandson of Russian immigrants, he is fluent in the language and frequently travels to the country of his forbears. He has worked with many Russian actors, including Alexander Domogarov.

Most recently he co-directed Mikhail Bulgakov’s “The Master and Margarita” at the Fundamental Theater School in Stockholm.

HENRIK MOBERGER A ‘Bon Vivant’ at heart, Henrik has a long career within journalism and has worked with some incredible clients such as his main client; Volvo, as a journalist and PR officer for the company.

A traveler’s spirit, he has explored many countries around the globe with his family and still does today with his ‘favourite girl’; his wife of many years.

He currently freelances as a journalist in two places he is lucky to call home; Sweden and France. He loves writing about travel, wildlife and nature, is passionate about wine and food, exploring mountain trails and enjoys portraits of interesting people.

Fredrik Reshew is an internationally acclaimed photographer and director from the United States. His vivid creations have appeared in ads and posters around the world. The New York Times Magazine, Vogue, Elle, InStyle, Big Magazine, GQ, Arena Hommes Plus and many other periodicals have published his images. He has collaborated with Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, Ben Harper, Duffy, etc., not to mention bands like Massive Attack, Bloc Party and Daft Punk.

OM, Mr. Reshew’s first short film, was screened at 25 international festivals and attracted widespread critical acclaim. Rosenberg, his second effort, has been distributed worldwide by Indieflix and has also been well received. He is currently working on a series of film projects and television programs for the European and American markets.

Mr. Reshew, his wife and their two children shuttle back and forth between Stockholm and Los Angeles.

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KENNETH LAGSTRÖM Kenneth Lagström has far-reaching experience of the restaurant business. He has been a senior executive at Burger King, McDonald’s, Pizza Hut and other chains throughout Sweden.

He currently specializes in business development efforts at Martin & Servera, a leading wholesaler in the restaurant and catering industry. Mr. Lagström also collaborates with owners of individual establishments. Nobody knows the Swedish market better than he does.

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THE ROYAL PALACE The Royal Palace of Stockholm – four centuries of collections and history

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ere you are at one of the largest palaces in Europe. As the official residence of His Majesty the King of Sweden, the Royal Palace of Stockholm contains upwards of 600 rooms.

Both the palace and its five museums are open to the public. Constructed in the eighteenth century on the site of the Tre Kronor fortress that had burned down in 1697, the main building features Italian baroque style. Wander around Gustav III’s Museum of Antiquities, the Tre Kronor Museum and the Treasury.

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PHOTO - ALEXIS DAFLOS © THE ROYAL COURT

The Royal Palace also houses the 1.

Armoury, a repository of royal costumes and weapons. Coaches that went to the coronation of Swedish kings are on display as well. Don’t miss the daily changing of the guard, often accompanied by a military band.

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ROYAL EVENTS

BY BIRGITTA OSSMYR

The royal family is growing year by year

A wedding and a baptism were the big news out of the Royal Court in 2015. As 2016 peeks over the horizon, Crown Princess Victoria is expecting her second child with Prince Daniel in March while Carl Philip, her younger brother, and Princess Sofia are counting the days until their firstborn arrives in April. Stockholm is already revving up for two stately baptisms later in the summer. Whether you’re Swedish or just dropping by for a visit, the coming year has a lot to offer when it comes to royal festivities.

typifies European architecture of the period.

The out-of-town Chinese Pavilion, royal theater and magnificent park are unparalleled in their appeal and accessibility to the general public.

Inspired by French architecture, Nicodemus Tessin built the palace on behalf of Queen Hedvig Eleonora. A number of monarchs have added their personal touch.

The Royal Family moved to Drottningholm Palace in 1981. These days it serves as the permanent residence of the Royal Couple.

The rooms at the southern end are exclusively reserved for them. But most of the building and grounds are open to visitors 365 days a year.

With the Times exhibit – 400 years

of royal clocks. January marks the opening of the With the Times exhibit at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Fifty clocks from the royal collections dating as far back as the 17th century will be open to public perusal. The artefacts are living testimony to the stylistic and technological metamorphoses of the past 400 years. Some of the clocks have never been on display before. The exhibit is one way for everyone to help His Majesty The King celebrate his 70th birthday. His motto is “For Sweden – with the Times. ”The exhibit will run from January 23 to May 8, 2016 in Pelarsalen at the Royal Palace. www.theroyalpalace.se

Sizzling sightseeing spots The Royal Palace in Stockholm is one

of the biggest and most vibrant buildings of its kind in all of Europe. Not only is it the official residence of His Majesty The King, but the family frequently entertains there. It is also the day-to-day workplace of the Royal Couple and the base of the Royal Household’s activities.

The combination of all these endeavors and the status of the palace as a heritage site open to visitors year round makes it unique among its European counterparts. Built by Nicodemus Tessin in Baroque style, it assumes the shape of a Roman palace. With upward of 600 rooms on seven floors, its state apartments overlook the city while the smaller residential areas face the inner courtyard.

The palace is overflowing with historical monuments. In addition to the state apartments, you can wander to your heart’s content in three museums of royal history – the Treasury of regalia, Tre Kronor with its exhibits from the Middle Ages and Gustav III’s Museum of Antiquities (sculptures).

Drottningholm Palace.

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Table clock showing Mother Svea and Crown Prince Gustav Adolf IV, made

by André Hessén, Paris, 1784

Drottningholm Palace will capture

your imagination with its marvelous historical setting and hint of international elegance.

You’ll also find it on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Sweden’s best preserved royal palace, it was erected in the 17th century and

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The best shopping experience Stockholm has to offer Åhléns City is the biggest Swedish department store. We have a wide range of fashion, beauty and home furnishing products. Obtain a tax-free discount of up to 19% on merchandise from the entire store at the cashier of your choice.

Acne, Armani Beauty, Back, Chanel, Design House Stockholm, DKNY, Dyrberg/Kern, Filippa K, Gant, Hermés, Iittala, J. Lindeberg, Kiehl’s, Lego, Linum, Marimekko, Muji, Nike, Ray Ban, Rörstrand, Samsø Samsø, Skultuna, Snö Of Sweden, Tiger Of Sweden, Tom Ford, Watt&Veke, YSL and More.

Åhléns City Stockholm, Klarabergsgatan 50. Open weekdays 10–9, Saturday 10–7, Sunday 11–7

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BY CARINA BERG

LEE BROOMS

products are finally available in Sweden.

Simplicity, vivacity and the spirit of discovery are his hallmarks. He constantly explores his materials and combines them in provocative new ways. His Tumbler Light borrows its elegance from the classic whisky glass. Look for it at Planoform or NK. leebroom.com

Interior Design ITTALA´S PRIDE

Imagine this vase with white tulips!

The Aalto vase (Savoy) is the primo Finnish design icon and one of the best known glass objects on the planet. It saw the light of day at the 1937 World’s Fair in Paris. Alvar Aalto was the most esteemed Finnish architect of his era. The code name of the series harks back to the original concept: “Leather Breeches of the Inuit Woman.” Each vase is mouth blown. It takes 7 craftsmen, 12 work stages and 30 hours to make an individual vase. Comes in a wide range of colours and sizes. ittala.com

JOSEF FRANK´S MOSAIC RUG

– designed in the late 1940s but apparently now manufactured for the first time. A welcome addition to Svenskt Tenn’s autumn collection. Made by Kasthall. svenskttenn.se

PINE AND SPRUCE VASES

Blown from environmentally friendly crystal, these awesome creations have been nominated for the Formex Formidable 2015 Award. Designed

by Ludvig Lövgren for Målerås. Pine 246 mm.

Spruce 296 mm. maleras.se

LITTLEPHANT

is a Swedish brand for the young at heart of all ages. Founded in 2009 by Camilla Lundsten, a designer and illustrator.

It started with the character Littlephant, a little red elephant, she created while writing and illustrating children’s books.

Fabrics, furnishings, handbags, accessories and china all carry the label these days. Take a peek at littlephant.com and revel in her impish, luminescent world.

Winner of Elle Decoration Swedish Design Awards 2015 for Best Textile.

Fruitgarden av Camilla Lundsten.

“An organic textile that invites you to take part of an endless and playful journey”.

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S V E N S K T T E N N I S A N I N T E R I O R D E S I G N C O M PA N Y

located on Strandv채gen 5 in Stockholm, Sweden. It was founded in

1924 by Estrid Ericson, who recruited Josef Frank to the company 10 years later. Together they created the elegant and boldly patterned personal interior design style that continues to pervade the collection to this day.

In 1975 founder Estrid Ericson sold her lifetime achievement, Svenskt Tenn, to the Kjell and M채rta Beijer Foundation. The major aims of the Foundation are to promote scientific research within Sweden, mainly in the areas of energy and ecology, to give grants for supporting teaching and education, primarily in the economic, technological and agricultural technology areas and to support the survival of cultural and artistic values in Swedish home decoration traditions.

SVENSKT TENN

Strandv채gen 5, Stockholm www.svenskttenn.se

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editor's CHOICE An eclectic blend of elements; nature, adventure, beauty, travel and a dash of glamour. This sums up my favorites and basically sums up my personality, perhaps a bit more glamour than just a dash.

SOPHIE

BY SOPHIE

With everything going on in the world, this beautiful Peace pendant is more significant than ever. This statement piece is 18k rose gold with white diamonds. sophiebysophie.com

BY SANCHIA LAMBERT

FIRST AID KIT

Swedish folk duo and sisters form this über cool band. Listen to "My Silver Lining". thisisfirstaidkit.com

MARC JACOBS LIP BALM

Currently can’t live without this. Lock in that hydration with this divine lip balm. Contains SPF 18 and nature’s exotic oils and butters such as andiroba, buriti, shea, and avocado. Available at sephora.se

BYREDO

The scent of a woman says a lot about her. This Swedish label never ceases to amaze with their new creations. Currently loving this, desert rose fragrance. byredo.com

ACNE STUDIOS

Need I say more?

The design of this boot says it all. Perfect throughout winter and spring acnestudios.com

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INTERNATIONAL DESIGN – LEE BROOM

Ximon Lee, the first menswear designer to win the H&M design award for 2015, love his 8-piece structured, fashion forward, collection for both male and female.

Available in selected stores and online at hm.com

We met Lee in Stockholm where his incredible product & interior designs are now available and I want everything. Starting with this "Hanging Hoop Chair". planoform.se leebroom.com

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COPPERHILL MOUNTAINLODGE

SNOWMOBILE

When venturing up North, never miss out on skiing or adventuring out into nature on a snowmobile.

A favorite thrill moment.

Escape up to Northern Sweden to the serenity of The Villa at Copperhill Mountain Lodge. Stay in the exclusive and spectacular 7-bedroom Villa for complete privacy and indulge in their world class Spa. copperhill.se

LEICA X CAMERA

Capture magical moments with this beauty.

From the timeless design with its metal and aluminum finish to the brilliant quality images, the Leica X is a dream.

Records motion pictures in full-HD. leica-camera.com

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BY SANCHIA LAMBERT

An interview with Thomas Andersson

Mr Stockholm A

ppointed as the CEO of Stockholm Visitors Board, Meetings & Conventions in February 2015. We sit down to find out more about him, his role and how he sees the future of tourism in the capital city, Stockholm.

With a big smile, Thomas warmly greets me and leads me to his office with big bright windows overlooking the heart of the city’s Sergel’s Square. Born in Halmstad on the beautiful west coast of Sweden, it’s no surprise why he loves the ocean so much. Thomas, 47 years old, is more than just his profession – he is a family man too. He moved to Stockholm in 1996 from Lund where he studied and earned his bachelor’s degree in economic history.

With 3 children of his own and together with his wife’s 2 children, they are one big happy family living in the beautiful suburb of Danderyd on the outskirts of Stockholm.

With a busy life, he has a lot of interests and finds relaxation in the sea, the art of cooking, loves Italian food mostly and confesses to making the best Fiori di zucca fritti, deep fried zucchini flowers, throw on a little mozzarella

and anchovies and presto! An eclectic music lover, Bob Dylan, U2 and Bruce Springsteen are clear favorites and even a little Iron Maiden will do. Classic music relaxes him and he admits what really gets him going is Schlager music (Light European pop tunes), a definite Eurovision fan right here.

As appointed as CEO of Stockholm Visitors Board in February 2015. How has the experience been so far for you and how do you visualize your role with the tourist board?

I think the job of a CEO is not to be the expert but more to understand the terrain, the goals and the direction where the city needs to go.

We as a municipality are place branders, this is something I have been working with for quite a while. With this role I am not making a product, I am marketing a destination.

What the municipality of Stockholm has to do is to make things work better and make partners work more closely together with the hospitality industry, addressing the right issues. We, along with other municipalities,

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are cooperating more with the Stockholm archipelago to develop it more.

Recently there has been reorganization of the Stockholm Visitors Board, which shows that Stockholm is not afraid of change.

Could you elaborate on this?

A few reasons, one of which is financial, and because of that, I needed to reorganize here. In addition to that, in order for us to partly shift focus in what we’ve been doing, we need to detach ourselves from the industry.

We as a municipality should not be active in a commercial arena. There is no need. So those two things are what influenced the reorganization and our finding new ways of working.

How do you envision the future and development of tourism in the coming years?

What we have to remember is that the predominant development in travelling to cities will increase, but that does not translate into mass tourism. Another thing to remember is that the CEO of any company is a tourist as well, so if (s)he is doing business here in

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Stockholm, perhaps (s)he will return with her/his family. Or perhaps then even return as an investor. We need to work much more with that and then choose our target groups.

An important challenge is to be able to accommodate an even greater volume of tourists in June, July and August. In order for that to remain financially sustainable, we need to increase the number of guests in the low season months (September-March). More visitors throughout the entire year.

Creating a better balance in tourism between the national and international markets is equally important. Part of my job is also to primarily do what no one else does, marketing Stockholm as a destination in countries like India and China. This is very important and, as I said, working on the national side of increased tourism as well.

Describe the feeling here in the office when you first heard that Stockholm will be the host city for the Eurovision Song Contest 2016? (He smiles and laughs) We had cake! It was a party, of course.

We have a few other big events coming up in the city. Why do you think Stockholm has been chosen for events like Eurovision?

For two main reasons, I think. First of all, regarding Eurovision, the venue. We can offer four different arenas for Eurovision 2016, and if we do it right together with SVT (Sweden’s Television) and Globen (venue), it can be something new and spectacular for Eurovision.

Secondly Stockholm. There are numerous reasons for doing it here; being the capital of Sweden makes it so much more accessible, not only for international visitors but also for many more Swedes to come here than in any other region. Perfectly located for all incomingoutgoing flights, domestic and international.

As a tourist destination in the Nordics, why should people choose Stockholm?

We are truly growing to become the saying that “Stockholm is the Capital of Scandinavia.”

That statement basically puts it into perspective.

So I would say that if anyone wants to come to any city in this part of Northern Europe, you must start with Stockholm.

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Quick Stockholm favorites from Thomas: Favorite restaurant in Stockholm: Gastrologik Best view spot: Västerbron facing the Stockholm City Hall and the city Favorite neighborhood: Home in Danderyd Favorite Swedish escape: Anywhere near the sea Favorite walking path: In the city. Djurgården, down Strandvägen along the sea and towards the city A man who looks at the big picture in the tourism industry with a goal of benchmarking Stockholm on a global and local scale.

Not the easiest task to take on, but he seems ready for the challenge and, as he said, “The times they are a’ changing,” and Thomas wants to make sure that we are keeping up and moving with the times.

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LAPLAND a world of contrast

BY HENRIK MOBERGER

Fresh snow fell yesterday. Our footsteps crunch and our cheeks smart with cold as we walk under the starry skies. The moon is pale but suddenly the heavens start to undulate. As if all the ice goddesses of the galaxy were dressed in shimmering green gauze, the Northern Lights perform their magical dance.

The morning sun stirs a tepid wind that slowly melts the snow. In a week the cloudberries will bloom among the endless marshes and the melancholy whistle of the golden plovers will hold sway. Summer has arrived.

One week, one spring. Sápmi, the home of the indigenous Sami, is a world of contrast.

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e stand there awestruck by the billowing ballet of the goddesses. Like galactic emissaries to the darkness and piercing cold, the Aurora Borealis illumines the arctic night. But we are snug in our warm clothing and are about to sleep on reindeer skins at the Ice Hotel. Tomorrow we will take a dogsled to a Sami village.

We are in Jukkasjärvi on the outskirts of Kiruna, the biggest city in Lapland. The famous hotel will be only one of our many unforgettable experiences.

Sami country Lapland is so much more than these minor miracles. Though it is the largest of the 24 Swedish provinces (outstripping both Ireland and Portugal), it houses fewer than one person per square kilometer. Enormous expanses, primeval forests of 700-year-old trees, towering

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mountains, lakes that stretch to the horizon, rivers everywhere and flora and fauna that will take your breath away.

The last holdout of European wilderness.

The Sami are the people of the sun and wind, nomads who arrived as the inland glaciers melted. They have lived in Lapland – as well as the surrounding areas of Norway, Finland and the Kola Peninsula – for thousands of years. An estimated 40,000 Sami now reside in Lapland, still earning much of their living from traditional reindeer breeding.

Sweden has approximately 260,000 reindeer.

Each year, almost 60,000 are slaughtered and approximately 70,000 fall prey to predators.

They wander in huge herds among the bare mountains in the summer and migrate long distances to the eastern woods in the winter.

They are constantly beset by predators, par-

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ticularly when their calves are born in May. Lynx alone are responsible for around 23,000 deaths per year.

Parliament of their own The Sami have always had to fight for their survival, culture, language and way of life.

In recent years, they have won the status of a minority and indigenous people. But their battle for stricter regulation of the predator population and greater compensation for the loss of reindeer never ends.

Their most powerful advocate is the Sámediggi, a parliament of 31 elected representatives that doubles as an agency of the Swedish government.

These days the Sami earn their daily bread from much more than reindeer breeding – fishing, hunting, woodcutting, mining and the burgeoning tourism industry. Their spellbinding landscape is an increasingly popular destination.

When the temperature drops to 40 degrees below and the snow is deeper than the height of a person, ski trips, snowmobile rides, dog and reindeer sled excursions, and hunting and fishing events are all the rage. Ski slopes dot the mountain ranges.

Near the northern border, the sunlight vanishes for all intents and purposes during much of the year – only a hint of dawn at midday that quickly turns to dusk.

The bright arctic sky with its stars and Northern Lights more than make up for the dark days. Not to mention the snow that glistens in the blinding moonlight.

city in Sweden, is about to move. The gigantic iron ore mine is threatening to drag it down into its clutches. Safer ground is the only salvation.

The climate is every bit as challenging a bit to the south in Arjeplog. What better place for automakers to perform road tests during the winter? Which is all to the benefit of the local population. But summer is the most spectacular season in Lapland, particularly when you wander north of the Polar Circle.

This is the true midnight sun. Imagine standing on the shore of a little lake surrounded by tall mountains and watching the sun turn back up in the northern sky instead of sinking below the horizon. Accompanied by a choir of indefatigable birds.

Or why not drive to Abisko for Björkliden for a little heli skiing in the middle of the night?

Hike like royalty You can also ski or hike along Kungsleden (Royal Trail), which extends 425 kilometers from north to south through the pristine

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Handicrafts galore The Sami are renowned for their art and handicrafts. Duodji, their production of crafts, includes many elegant objects that come with a guarantee of authenticity.

The market in Jokkmokk, a hub for the Sami of Lapland, is overflowing with these wares. The event has taken place early every February since 1605. Thousands of ebullient people brave blizzards and cold to celebrate the traditional festival. The National Day is February 6, the date on which all Sami adopted the Sápmi flag.

The yoik or wordless chant, the Sami oral tradition, passes legends and myths down to succeeding generations.

Summer is spectacular too Kiruna, the capital of Lapland and the newest

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mountainscape. In the winter you can gaze at infinite expanses between the magnificent cliffs, and in the summer you will find yourself on a carefree hike along meadows in full bloom.

Whether you ski or hike all or part of the trail, cottages where you can spend the night pop up every now and then. Don’t be surprised if you encounter a big white snowy owl, artic fox or wolverine – or a bear, giant moose, herds of reindeer, a cornucopia of birds and an occasional mosquito in the summer. Feel free to pick cloudberries, the gold of the marshes, to your heart’s content.

The prodigious mountains to the west, the woodlands of the east, lakes teeming with fish everywhere you look, and the mighty rivers on their trek to the Baltic – Lapland never ceases to fascinate those with adventure in their hearts.

Part of the province is a world heritage site (Laponia).

Pack your bags and go – you’ll never regret that you did.

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A FEW FACTS ABOUT LAPLAND

Features 9 of Sweden’s 29 national parks.

Total of 92,000 inhabitants, including 30,000 Sami, 0.84 people per square kilometer.

Largest cities: Kiruna (23,000), Gällivare (18,000), Jokkmokk (5,000).

Reindeer breeding is the biggest Sami source of income, but fishing, hunting, woodcutting and handicrafts are increasingly important.

Iron ore mining, forestry and tourism are the biggest industries.

Lapland in a nutshell Surface area: 109,702 square kilometers, 9,400 of which make up the Laponia world heritage site.

Part of Sápmi, covering northern Norway, Sweden, Finland and the Kola Peninsula.

Winter starts in late September and quickly morphs to summer in June.

Sámediggi, the Sami Parliament, has 31 elected representatives.

Approximately 60,000 of the 260,000 reindeer are slaughtered and 70,000 are killed by predators every year.

Tallest mountain: Kebnekaise, 21,110 kilometers above sea level.

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Sami arts and crafts

BY HENRIK MOBERGER

THE SAMI HAVE A LONG TRADITION OF EXQUISITE ARTS AND CRAFTS. ORIGINATING IN THE NEED FOR WARM CLOTHING AND PRACTICAL TOOLS TO BRAVE THE ARCTIC CLIMATE, THE SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES HAVE BEEN PASSED DOWN FROM ONE GENERATION TO THE NEXT. THE WARES ARE TYPIFIED BY ELEGANT PATTERNS AND VIBRANT COLORS.

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uodji, a guarantee of quality and authenticity, is the umbrella term for Sami arts and crafts.

Not only are Sami to make the products themselves, but the designs, patterns and colors are to proceed from established traditions.

It goes without saying that the fruit of their efforts is both environmentally friendly and ecologically sustainable.

The magnificent, multicolored costumes are a case in point. Both the patterns and hues go back hundreds of years. The material may come from reindeer skin and horns, the bark

and roots of trees that are many centuries old, glass or metal.

Sami drums, drinking vessels, boxes, bags, receptacles and knives are made in many parts of Lapland. Not to mention an abundance of jewelry and ornaments.

The bone or wood handles and sheathes of the knives feature graceful, age-old patterns.

The knotty, windswept mountain birch is a popular source of raw materials.

Most towns of Lapland have stores that sell Sami arts and crafts – Vilhelmina (Risfjells Sameslöjd) and Tärnaby (Trolltrumman) are among the best known. Much of the offering is also available at Shop in Sàpmi (shopinsapmi.se).

The lack of a strong literary tradition is more than redeemed by the oral method of passing customs down to the next generation, particularly by means of the yoik, a unique improvised chant that is also used in prayer and religious services. Enjoy one of the haunting songs at http://radiofy.se/artists/1647-skaidi/ songs/3-guovssahas In addition to musicians, contemporary Sami society has produced a number of leading authors and artists.

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Swedish flavors

BY KENNETH LAGSTRÖM

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n the next few pages, I will describe what Swedes ate once upon a time, what remains of those ingredients and dishes, what we consume these days and how we cook it. Sort of a before and after tale.

The Sami traditionally based their diet on meat and fish, adorned with lingonberries, cloudberries and bilberries.

They bred and slaughtered reindeer, which they then boiled or smoked. Souvas (smoked reindeer) is wrapped in thin unleavened bread nowadays, while slices of meat are served as carpaccio. Reindeer were once milked for dairy and cheese production. Char, salmon trout and whitefish were harvested from the Baltic.

Ghakko is soft unleavened bread that was baked in a cot, a tent-like dwelling, on flat stones over an open fire.

The ingredients live on and may be used either on a daily basis or for special occasions. Reindeer, various kinds of scaly fish and wild berries are all considered delicacies. Daily shopping tours have replaced hunting and fishing. Central Stockholm features entirely new types of supermarkets, often combined with small restaurants or food sections. Read on to find out about some of the dishes that have survived, as well as the restaurants and supermarkets that herald the cuisine of the future. All well worth a visit if you want to catch a whiff of Swedish culinary traditions past and present.

What is typical Swedish food?

To answer that question, we have to go back to the Sami, the indigenous population.

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Swedish flavors

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(serves 4) The most classic dish of traditional cuisine: 240 grams shredded reindeer meat 2 yellow onions 1 tablespoon Fjällbrynt soft whey cheese ½ tablespoon game stock 4 crushed juniper berries Salt and pepper 1 sprig of thyme 150 grams chanterelle 3 dl cream 2 teaspoons soy sauce Butter 2 allspice berries ½ dl preserved raw lingonberry Preparation: Chop the onions. Sauté the reindeer meat and onions in butter. Drain the chanterelles and sauté them with the meat and onions.

Pour on the cream and add the whey cheese, soy sauce and game stock, juniper berries and allspice berries. Flavor with salt and pepper. Boil down for 10 minutes over low heat. Stir in fresh lingonberries or serve with preserved raw lingonberry on the side.

Serve with mashed potatoes.

MESSMÖR – Soft whey cheese – as Swedish as it gets The Undersåker and Hammarstrand dairies of Jämtland province manufacture the product based on a hallowed recipe that goes back to 1939.

Spread soft whey cheese on bread or incorporate it into various dishes to add genuine north-central Swedish character and taste.

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– northern Swedish bread at its finest

The business is located in the Norrbotten provincial town of Älvsbyn.

Typical of northern Sweden, the luscious, traditionally prepared breads nourish millions of people day in and day out.

Among the big sellers are round rye bread and Akka, a soft organic crispbread.

All baking relies exclusively on renewable energy sources, and many of the products are whole grain.

CLOUDBERRY JAM

Because cloudberries contain natural sodium benzoate, you do not need to add much more for preparation below 50o F. 200 grams cloudberry 100 grams powdered sugar Layer the berries and sugar in a saucepan.

Do not stir, shake the pan carefully back and forth over low heat for 15 minutes.

Allow to cool.

Pour into jars, screw the lids on and keep them in a cool, dark place.

May be frozen.

POLARICA

Located in the Swedish town of Haparanda near the woods of Norway’s Northern Cap with their abundance of game and berries.

The business specializes in supplying ingredients that are both natural and typically Swedish. The emphasis on responsible, sustainable entrepreneurship guarantees that top-quality products will be available to future generations as well.

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Swedish flavors

Urban Deli and Hotel With

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verything you could possibly want packed into 6,000 square meters under one roof.

Covered market, tavern, supermarket, restaurant, summertime skybar, cafe, salad bar, 106-room hotel and delicatessen.

The perfect setup for out-of-town visitors or commuters who work downtown and live in the outlying areas.

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Hours: Wed-Sat 7:00 am–1:00 am. Sun-Tues 7:00 am–2:00 am

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Swedish flavors

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Wellbeing at the tip of your fingers!

eats up to 500 from early in the morning until late at night. Tap and swipe the iPad at your table to make your menu selection.

“This is your chance to have some relaxing fun along with a nutritious, satisfying meal,” says Melker Andersson, a leading figure in the Swedish restaurant industry. The iPad app makes it easy to choose the dishes on the basis of how filling and balanced they are.

The chefs have put together a series of options that are high on both taste and nourishment.“Enjoyment and gastronomic excellence are still at the top of our agenda,” says Daniel Couet (one of the owners), “but those qualities include a lot more than appearance and instant pleasure these days.”

Why not give it a try?

Martin Wall, Melker Andersson, Danyel Couet and Jonas Svensson

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we SELECT

BY CARINA BERG

HIMLA

Who ever said there wasn’t something special about tablecloths and napkins made out of genuine linen? Mira by Himla is a favorite – tightly woven pure linen, washed after sewing for a contemporary, casual touch. Pick your color. himla.se

FOCUS DE LUXE

HIMLA

Table settings Let your imagination run wild and mix classic icons with contemporary design.

Focus de Luxe by Folke Arström for Gense has been a collector’s item for many years. First marketed in 1955 and ranked as ”one of the 100 best designed objects of the modern world” by the New York Times. The relaunched Focus de Luxe is labeled Edition 2006 to distinguish it from the original. gense.se

GENSE NOBEL KNIFE HOLDER

is a contemporary creation by Gunnar Cyrén.

A practical, appealing addition to any dinner table. gense.se

ATTRACTIVE TRAYS With motifs

from the Fashion collection designed by the sure-handed Cecila Lundgren for Dixie.

Made from Scandinavian birch veneer.

Machine washable. dixie.se

VASE PIPES PEWTER

A vase that permits flowers to strike exactly the right balance and proportion. You get a contemporary feeling even though Nils Fougstedt designed it way back in 1931. svenskttenn.se

MADAM STOLTZ

Magnificently hand crafted. Even though it is all newly designed and manufactured, you can’t escape the sense that the ceramics and utensils have witnessed years of delightful meals.

Read more about Madam Stoltz on the next page. madamstoltz.dk

SCHNAPPS FLASK

Estrid Ericson, the founder of Svenskt Tenn, drew inspiration for this pewter schnapps flask in the 1920s after studying Peruvian ceramics. The flask was designed to rest on a large pewter dish surrounded by ice cubes. svenskttenn.se

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about MADAM STOLTZ

In order to pay for a trip to Asia in the early 1990s, Pernille Stoltz bought jewelry at Indian bazaars and sold it to tourists in Greece. After returning to Denmark, she designed her own handicrafts, hired the skillful Indian artisans she had met and opened a little shop in Copenhagen. Madam Stoltz was founded in 1997 when she began selling to other Danish outlets.

These days the wares are marketed throughout Europe. The style is a charming blend of industrial warehouse and Scandinavian summer cottage, replete with memories from afar and foreign impulses. madamstoltz.dk

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Travel Guide

Stockholm & Swedish Lapland Travel Guide

One of the best ways to experience the authenticity of this magical country is to explore the contrasts, especially in the wintertime. To be able to enjoy both a cosmopolitan city break in Stockholm and then escape to Swedish Lapland across the Arctic for tranquility and adventure - this is the ultimate and so easy to do. Two or three nights in the capital city, then jet off for another two or three of breathtaking adventures up north in Swedish Lapland.

Fly into Stockholm from any destination in the world.

Getting there

As the Swedes say, many roads lead to Lapland. Here are just a few. A 1 hour 30 minute flight on Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) www.flysas.com, Norwegian Airlines www.norwegianairlines.com to Kiruna Airport or Luleå Airport from Stockholm. A night train departs from Stockholm every day. I’d reserve a sleep cabin overnight on the train and wake up in Swedish Lapland the next day. Check out www.sj.se. Transfers from any station or airport are easy to reserve.

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Arctic Adventure: Swedish Lapland

Explore Stockholm

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Most hotels in Stockholm are quite central, with lots of options that may suit your budget. Do not miss out on the Vasa Museum, Stockholm City Hall, the Old Town and many more. If you love photography, pop into the Fotografiska Museum, which has one of the best views of the city.

Enjoy a ‘fika’ (Swedish coffee break) in the Old Town.

Explore the Stockholm archipelago by boat and visit the current residence of the Swedish royal family, Drottningholm Palace. Enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail at one of the many amazing bars in the city. Indulge in shopping in the trendy bohemian district, Södermalm, also known as Stockholm’s ‘SoFo,’ or in the more luxurious Östermalm district. Put your walking shoes on, as there is a lot to see.

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Imagine your arrival transfer from the airport by husky dog sleigh. Well, that is possible and an incredible welcome to the North. There are many options for accommodations up here, but the one not to miss out on is the incredible Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi, located 200 km north of the Arctic Circle. Sleep on ice! Yes, that’s right, cozy up on reindeer skin clad beds made completely out of ice for a night under magical ice-carved chandeliers and stay in the warm quarters the night after.

Prepare yourself for thrilling adventures by snowmobile, husky dog sleighing through stunning landscapes, chasing the Aurora Borealis. Visit the Aurora Sky Station or the Abisko National Park for the best chance of seeing the Aurora.

Meet the Sami, explore on a reindeer or moose safari, stargazing, ice fishing and taste the ‘gold’ of Swedish Lapland, the wild golden colored ‘hjortron’ (cloudberry) found mostly in the north, to name but a few.

When to go

These unforgettable experiences are best had between November and April.

If you would like to join me on one of these journeys, email me at sanchia.lambert@savormedia.se, or if you’ d like some more information or assistance designing your own unique Swedish escape, email hello@travelexcusive.pro.

In collaboration with Travel Exclusive.

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SELECTED ESCAPES

BY SANCHIA LAMBERT

AN URBAN SPA ESCAPE

Elite Hotel Marina Tower Stockholm, Sweden

You know the saying “First impressions last.” Well, I fully believe in it.

The Sturebadet Marina Tower Spa at the hotel.

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sudde, where the passing of boats and ships is the only sound you hear, adding to the relaxed ambience of this waterfront oasis.

EAT: Cocktails are first on the menu at the French, Italian and Scandinavian inspired Marina Tower restaurant. His ‘Negroni’ and my ‘Falling Apple’ matched perfectly with the great overall gastronomic experience, topped with outstanding personal service from our waiter Hampus. The foie gras and cod were divine, and the pumpkin soup paired perfectly with a sweet Pinot Grigio. Delightful! Don’t miss the gluten-free French fries; the best I have ever tasted!

The rooms are comfortable and very spacious.

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ou know the saying “First impressions last.” Well, I fully believe in it.

Beautifully located along the shores of Stockholm, this stunning waterfront hotel grabs anyone’s attention. The lasting impression however, is not just its looks but the service and the unforgettable welcome we so warmly receive from Anna and the front desk team.

This city spa retreat has just set the tone for our stay and we are impressed.

The hotel is part of a portfolio of 31 premium four and five star establishments throughout Sweden. The Elite brand was founded in 1980, by internationally renowned entrepreneur and hotelier, Bicky Chakraborty. It is Sweden’s largest privately owned hotel chain.

The Elite Hotel Marina Tower building dates back to 1890 and used to be the largest steam-driven mill in Scandinavia. It was carefully restored in 2007 like many of the Elite hotels. The stunning exterior was well preserved while the interior received an impressive new stylish, Scandinavian and contemporary look.

Staying true to its roots, it harmonized a classic yet modern style. Today, it offers 186 spacious rooms and suites, many with sea views. The hotel is suitable for work, rest or play. Both the discerning leisure traveler and the business

traveler will find perfect meeting and event options, a restaurant, a bar and an exclusive spa & health club.

It is the only hotel in the world with these co-ordinates where the city meets the archipelago. Bask in uninterrupted views of the Royal Island of Djurgården and Waldmar-

SLEEP: The sea view Suite 410 has now been added to my list of favorite hotel rooms in Sweden.

The 70 square meter room features a comfortable King size bed leading to a separate living room area, surrounded by natural light from the panoramic window views of the ocean.

Indulge in divine spa-based Kerstin Florian amenities in a large marble bathroom. A perfect sofa, two flat screen TVs, a large dining room table and free WiFi make our stay perfect.

The beds are so comfortable that we slept

The hotel lobby and entrance.

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in and missed the breakfast buffet. A call to the front desk about checkout time unexpectedly resulted in receptionist Maria bringing breakfast to our room, herself. Well now, we just don’t want to leave! All rooms are large but the pièce de résistance has got to be the Tower Suite with its own rooftop terrace.

PLAY: Keep your Elite bathrobe and slippers on and escape down to the luxurious spa.

The exclusive spa is operated by the renowned Swedish Spa company Sturebadet, offering an array of world class treatments. It has a beautiful Zen inspired sauna overlooking the pool, jacuzzi and relaxation area, a gym and a beautifully designed Turkish Hamam. My 50-minute massage was exquisite, thanks to incredible Mari.

MEET: Undoubtedly the perfect business venue for meetings, trade shows and gala dinners. All the facilities you need without ever having to leave the grounds. Offers 13 meeting

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rooms, many with sea views; the largest of which accommodates 400 guests with stateof-the-art digital and audio equipment. Total capacity: 900 guests. Cocktail parties can be held on the waterfront terrace in the summer or the exclusive Tower Suite. The location permits many exciting activities, including speed boating, regattas, eagle and sea safaris, etc. The options are endless and anything is possible.

GETTING THERE: The hotel has its own wharf, perfect for up to 5 boats. Only 10 minutes to central Stockholm by boat and 15 minutes by car. A boat leaves every hour and takes you straight to the heart of the city. What better way to see the city or arrive at your hotel?

For small parties, the hotel’s private boat is exclusively available to charter.Elite Hotel Marina Tower is a sophisticated, service-minded Scandinavian oasis that guarantees a relaxing, fun and memorable stay. Whether on business or staycation, we will certainly be back – maybe as soon as tomorrow. elite.se

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LITTLEPHANT

Camilla Lundsten, the founder of the business, invented a little red elephant and its pals when writing and illustrating children’s books. The perfect adornment for china so cute you’ll wish you were a child again. Machine washable and safe in a microwave. littlephant.com

OYOY

designs quality products that highlight function, color and exquisite material on the premise that less is more. Lotte Fynboe launched the Danish business in 2012.

Scandinavian simplicity at its best. ”The Bunny” is all wood. oyoy.dk

Hot stuff

BY CARINA BERG

KREAFUNK

is a Danish business launched by a couple of friends convinced that function and design reinforce each other. aSHELF, their first product, doubles as a speaker.

Check it out at kreafunk.dk aOWL Powerful 70mm full tone speakers looking right at you! As wise as they come!

aHEAD High performance. Soft PU leather Earmuffs and extendable headband. On ear control panel. Soft touch surface – Beautiful!

REMEMBER US?

Danish fisherman and lumberjack Thomas Dam made the first good luck troll in 1959 because he couldn’t afford Christmas presents for his daughter.

When the other children in Gjøl saw his creation, they all wanted one too. His business began to manufacture plastic versions, which became world famous and ultimately collector’s items. Göteborgs Fabrikerna is relaunching the Good Luck Troll in contemporary style. goteborgsfabrikerna.se

LOUISE KRAGH

began designing and producing porcelain jewelry in 2004.

Each detail is handmade and burned at her private Danish studio. Despite their simplicity and hard material, her creations exude an eternal feminine litheness. Available at Illum Bolighus and Iris Hantverk (see page 61). louisekragh.dk

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BY KENNETH LAGSTRÖM

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European Asian Taste

Stockholm’s best Chinese restaurant is located in the new MOOD mall

PHOTO: MORGAN EKNER

Five partners, none of whom are strangers to Stockholm’s restaurant industry, run EAT. The inspiration first came to them during a trip to Hong Kong. Henrik, Lotta, Daniel, Anette and Peter may all be native Swedes, but they have caught the spirit of Asian cuisine.

Be that as it may, all the cooks were born in China and add that undefinable something extra.

Plop down at a comfortable table indoors or bask in one of the two open-air cafes as weather permits. Look for me in the Jade Bar sipping one of their treasure trove of cocktails.

The prices are user-friendly and you’ll never go away hungry. The round platters make it easy to share with your lunch or dinner companions.

Enhance your gastronomic pleasure with a bottle of Fleur de Lotus, Josmeyer from Alsace or Tsingato beer from China.

More often than not, I fall for their fresh dumplings and noodles, or just sit back and let them select the best China has to offer – a seven-dish menu I promise you’ll be telling your great grandchildren about it someday.

Make dining at EAT a habit – it’s never the same twice in a row.

PHOTO: MORGAN EKNER

Open for both lunch and dinner.

EAT Jakobsbergsgatan 15 (MOOD Galleria) +46 (0)8 509 203 00 www.eatrestaurant.se

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IRIS Hantverk

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Yin and Yang – the eternal human dream of balance and harmony – might be the reason so many design and interior fittings observers believe that traditional handicrafts have a bright future. And perhaps natural materials are more important than ever now that we encounter glossy touch screens wherever we go.

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ood materials, fine handicrafts and durability are vital to escaping from our throwaway lifestyle. Conserving natural resources instead of wasting them is a growing imperative.

Iris Hantverk has manufactured brushes and household items from natural materials for more than a hundred years, always loyal to the proud tradition of Swedish handicrafts.

In 1889, a group of visually impaired artisans started the Association of the Blind.

Much of their focus was on supporting craftspeople and their ability to live off their work.

The association decided in 1902 to purchase materials for brush and basket making on a joint basis in order to lower prices and sell them to visually impaired artisans at cost. The group bought real estate in 1906 to accommodate a number of different services: an office, library, brush factory, warehouse, raw material outlet and shop. This was to be the springboard for Iris Hantverk.

Richard SparrenhĂśk and Sara Edhall have been running the business ever since August

2012. With 13 employees, the company focuses largely on brush making. Faithful to the original concept, each brush is made by a visually impaired person. Intuition and feeling have taken on an entirely new dimension.

The products are designed to be agreeable to the touch. The shafts of the brushes are made of birch, beech or oak. The bristles may be horsehair, rice root, piassava, goat hair, coconut or white fiber, depending on the intended use.

Iris Hantverk has two shops in Stockholm, a web store and distributors around the world.

In addition to the handmade brushes, the offering includes fabrics, kitchen and bathroom fittings, and other accessories. The business also sells other Nordic handicrafts. Browse their shops for rugs by Klippan Yllefabrik, elegant china by Kajsa Cramer, jewelry by Louise Kragh (see page 57), cushions and towels by Ljungbergs, wooden shoes by Calou, and much more. Durable utensils and interior fittings exuding Nordic design and quality that deserve to be treasured and cherished.

Chic brushes for your kitchen, bathroom or backyard

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MÅNS

Zelmerlöw

BY SANCHIA LAMBERT PHOTO CHRIS JONKERS

It’s not often one is graced with the opportunity of a sit-down chat with him lately, so you can imagine my surprise when he grants us some of his time in the midst of a busy schedule. As much of a cliché as it may sound, he really is “the man of the hour”; however more than the hour and more like “Man of the Year” – I’m talking about Swedish artist Måns Zelmerlöw.

We catch up with Måns at an annual tennis tournament organized by and in honor of raising funds for his foundation, the Zelmerlöw & Björkman Foundation, of which he’s chairman along with his partner, Swedish tennis star; Jonas Björkman.

On this day, their tennis event successfully raised over SEK 1.9 million toward their schools in Africa.

Sweden projects a creative genius power in the world, along with a laidback, effortless and stylish attitude. Måns embodies all of that and more. Even more so when meeting him. Now add in dashing Hollywood good looks, gentleman charisma and genuine warmth, as he greets me with a hug and his hard-to-ignore smile.

Måns Zelmerlöw took Europe and the world by storm and brought home the coveted title by winning the biggest music song competition in the world; the Eurovision Song Contest 2015. This is an international contest, viewed by millions around the world where he entertained audiences with a digitally spectacular performance of his song “Heroes” and won the hearts of the world.

This is only one of his many achievements, but his most recent and a globally big one. Especially

considering that other incredible artists who have represented Sweden and won this contest include the greats from ABBA to Loreen (no pressure), but nothing as unique as this. He has made this his own.

Congratulations on an incredible year thus far.

How has it been?

M: Thank you so much. It’s been hectic but amazing in so many ways. The past 6 months have been surreal. Waking up in a new city almost every morning, meeting a new audience and doing an international tour. Many of my biggest dreams have come true.

How has being on tour grown you as an artist?

M: A lot actually. Just by winning Eurovision, I think something happened within me as an artist.

My self-esteem became better on stage and I started to feel more competent in performing on a broader international scale. The response to our tour has been incredible. The fans all over Europe knew the lyrics to all of my songs, sang along and stood outside for hours – they were just great.

It sounds like so much fun.

M: It is a lot of fun (he says with a smile). It’s not all that luxurious; you live on a bus and it’s pretty tight but you become like a family with the band, the crew and I want to do it more often. I enjoyed every second of it.

His latest album “Perfectly Damaged” is beautifully written and features the “Heroes” hit and a few other incredible songs.

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Right: A casual and relaxed Måns after a tennis match.

Below Right: Måns warming up for their charity event with his Zelmerlöw & Björkman Foundation partner and friend, tennis player Jonas Björkman.

Your album is wonderful to listen to and has a great international feel to it. Where were you when you wrote it and what was the inspiration?

M: Thank you. I started writing it in Los Angeles. Being there for the first time was inspiring for many reasons. Even the simple things made me content; I took it all in and used it as inspiration and I believe it translates throughout the album.

“Live While We’re Alive” was written there and it represents the overall feel of the album: an optimistic and hopeful sound.

Måns is a sports guy and ironically as we sit at the Zelmerlöw & Björkman Foundation tennis event, he talks of his dreams before music which were to be a tennis pro. At 17, he put that aside after realizing that his friends who were not even practicing, were beating him. Which is still the current situation today, he says as he laughs. Instead, today he focuses on paddle tennis; a popular growing sport, which is a combination of tactical tennis and squash among double teams. He also co-owns the first paddle tennis center in Stockholm.

What keeps you grounded when life gets hectic?

M: The foundation (Zelmerlöw & Björkman) is certainly part of it. I travel to South Africa as often as I can; it’s one of my favorite places. I love visiting our schools there and meeting the kids. It really inspires me to see their enthusiasm, despite whatever conditions they may be in. They spread so much joy and have such belief and hope for the future.

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I’m very close to my family, as well as to a group of 16 friends whom I’ve known for years and still hang out with as much as possible. They keep me grounded and remind me not to get too focused on my career. They help me remember what is most important in life.

I did mention his dashing Hollywood good looks before, so I think he will do just fine in that aspect.

However, Måns is certainly not just a pretty face.

He is driven, a goal oriented and compassionate young man. A very proud Swede who adores his country, which makes him the perfect ambassador and creative representative for Sweden. He is real and relatable which makes me like him even more.

I know many would like to ask him about his relationship status, but a lady never asks a gentleman that question and he certainly is one. He speaks mostly of the people closest to him: his family and friends. Sweden better hold on tight to him as he journeys his way through life. No matter what he does, he moves upwards in the world.

The Zelmerlöw & Björkman Foundation supports the building of dreams in children and young people who are unable to do so themselves. Creating opportunities, inspiring and educating them to fulfill their inner drive and potential. This is their foundation of creating a better world for future heroes.

He was born in Lund, Skåne, in Southern Sweden; a place he loves and which will always remain a special place for him. He moved to Stockholm due to work around the time he finally decided to join the hit television show “Let’s Dance” (Sweden’s equivalent of the British show “Strictly Come Dancing” and America’s, “Dancing with the Stars”), which he also conquered and won.

Editor’s Note

Since this interview was conducted, we have received news that we will indeed expect a lot more from Måns in the Eurovision Song Contest 2016 here in Stockholm. He will be co-hosting the international show along with Petra Mede. See my second to last question toward the end of the interview: “It must be exciting to show off your home country to the world. What can we expect from you and the show next year?”

Måns keeps it discreet by replying vaguely and giving a ”who knows?” type of answer.

Both Måns and Petra are perfect choices and exceptional entertainers, as well as ambassadors for Sweden. We gladly share his joy in this endeavor and look forward to seeing much more of him very soon. Turn the page and read more about Eurovision in the following article.

Where in Stockholm do you live and why that district?

M: I’ve lived in Östermalm and Vasatan before but ended up buying an apartment in Kungsholmen.

It’s almost like a little town on its own and I really love it there.

With the Eurovision Song Contest coming up in 2016 in Stockholm thanks to you, what would you recommend visitors not to miss out on?

M: They should definitely take a boat out to the archipelago and see Stockholm from the ocean. The best Swedish hot dogs can be found at Gunther’s; definitely try that.

It must be exciting to show off your home country to the world. What can we expect from you and the show next year?

M: It’s very exciting and maybe I’ll get to perform a song, who knows (laughs). It’s going to be great.

What they are doing with the venues at Globen, Tele2, Annexet and the whole city is so cool and it’s just going to be an incredible international experience.

You are an artist, an entertainer, a philanthropist, a television host, a dancer, a Broadway star, a budding tennis player, and you approach everything with drive and determination. Is there anything you are not particularly that great in?

M: Yeah, cooking. Not too great at that and my favorite comfort foods are pizza, beer and candy.

Any aspect of the industry you could see yourself approaching in the future?

M: Well, you never know, but I could see myself doing acting.

Keep up with Måns around the world here: Måns Zelmerlöw Official Website: www.mzw.se Zelmerlöw & Björkman Foundation: www.zbfoundation.se Paddle Center: www.pdlcenter.se

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STOCKHOLM GLOBE ARENAS

Songcontest

This is undoubtedly the largest song and music competition in the world and has produced some of the biggest stars in the global entertainment industry today.

© THOMAS HANSES (EBU)

BY SANCHIA LAMBERT

The sixtieth anniversary of the Eurovision Contest was celebrated in Vienna in 2015.

The winner who stole the global hearts of many is none other than Sweden’s victorious Måns Zelmerlöw with his hit song “Heroes.”

It was Sweden’s sixth win and brought home the international title to Stockholm, where the sixty-first Eurovision (2016) will be held.

We can’t wait.

The Eurovision Song Contest is one of the longest running television shows in the world, dating back to May 24, 1956, when Europe

saw the first-ever Song Contest. It has since grown immensely through the years, making it a tradition and household name. Contestants and music from up to 50 countries attract an estimated 180 million viewers from around the globe every year.

Sweden made its debut in 1958, has hosted the contest five times and has participated over 55 times. Its own annual contest, Melodifestivalen, allows the winner to represent Sweden in the international Eurovision Song Contest.

The first Swedish Eurovision victory took place in 1974 in Brighton with one of the greatest bands the world has ever known, ABBA, and its hit song “Waterloo” reaching number one everywhere. This was the first of six Swedish victories, right behind Ireland, with seven wins to date.

Stockholm, is geared up and excited about hosting the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest in May. The nine shows will take place at the Stockholm Globe Arenas, with a unique arrangement of all four world-class arenas hosting the contest: Ericsson Globe, Tele2 Arena, Annexet and Hovet. The main stage for the semifinals and the finals will be at the Ericsson Globe, the largest spherical building in

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the world and an iconic symbol of Stockholm and Sweden.

Other Swedish Eurovision victories include Loreen’s “Euphoria” in 2012 , Charlotte Nilsson’s “Take Me to Your Heaven” in 1999, Carola’s “Fångad av en Stormvind” in 1991, Herrey's "Diggi-Loo Diggi-Ley" in 1984, and ABBA’s “Waterloo” in 1974, Eurovision’s most successful song ever.

It takes an excellent television host to conduct this international platform, and we have two of Sweden’s best: Petra Mede and current Eurovision winner Måns Zelmerlöw. Petra is no stranger to the Eurovision contest, hailed around the world as flawless and hilarious when she hosted the 2013 Eurovision Contest in Malmö. What people may not know is that Måns is one of the country’s best television presenters as well. The combination of these two international personalities is perfect and something to look forward to.

Eurovision 2015 in Vienna, Austria was incredible, but if we know the Swedes, this creative country will accept nothing less than a worldclass show to remember for years to come.

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Anqi SELECTS SOFT GOAT CASHMERE

Cold Swedish winters have a silver lining: soft and luxurious cashmere that keeps you warm and comfy. The online Soft Goat brand provides 100% genuine cashmere in chic design at affordable prices for men, women and for children. You now can find their amazing knits by going to the Soft Goat Concept store at Grevgatan 14. softgoat.com

MARIA NILSDOTTER

Swedish jewelry designer Maria Nilsdotter creates wonderful statement accessories. Her designs have an overall cool and edgy vibe with a touch of delicacy, which makes them simply irresistible. marianilsdotter.com

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y name is Anqi. As a typical Stockholm teen, I have a special attachment to fashion and beauty products. Good food and music are two things I cannot live without. Poring over blogs and magazines from all over the world, ideally while enjoying a big cup of fresh coffee, is my favorite pastime.

THE MAGIC OF CUFF LINKS

A common misperception about cufflinks is that they are exclusively for men. However, more and more fashion brands now include double and French cuff shirts for women, so they can also enjoy the magic. Gem up your wrists with this unique and playful jewelry, which also happens to be a lovely candidate for holiday presents. deakinandfrancis.co.uk

AMEND ATELIER – FASHION THAT LASTS

The Swedish Amend Atelier brand offers top-quality, custom-made shoes. You can decide how you want them to look like from a selection of colors, leathers and heels. Not to mention that this is a much more environmentally friendly choice. amendatelier.com

PERSONALIZE YOUR ACNE CLUTCH

You’ll fall in love with Acne’s new leather goods, especially when you can adorn them with your personal initials. You can place a personalized order either by email, at the Acne website or at the Norrmalmstorg retail outlet in Stockholm. acnestudios.com

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SELECTED ESCAPES

BY SANCHIA LAMBERT

THE CASTLE ESCAPE

Häringe Slott Stockholm, Sweden

I have a thing for palaces, even more so for palaces turned hotels. I guess it’s my slight personal obsession with the combination of old versus new style, the fact that contemporary and regal really can and do mix so well. This hotel is a Scandinavian blend of royalty, Hollywood and rock ‘n roll.

Combined with a lighthearted, fun spirit all rolled into one.

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ver felt like escaping with your partner to a home away from home, but still play dress up and have a little party? Or kick off your heels and talk over champagne until the sun comes up as it glistens over the pool? Then c/o Häringe Palace, is the place for

you, like it was for my husband John and me.

Located 30 minutes south of Stockholm, this eleventh century countryside estate was once owned by royalty such as King Gustav Vasa 1, some of Sweden’s top entrepreneurs such as industrialists Torsten and Ivar Kreuger and

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Electrolux founder Axel Wenner-Gren. What is most intriguing is the incredible amount of history through the ages this palace hotel has experienced, making it legendary in my books.

Guests who may agree, namely Greta Garbo, David Guetta, Liz Taylor to name a few, all enjoyed this pleasure palace, formerly known for its endless lavish parties and glamourous lifestyle. A place I am certain both F. Scott Fitzgerald and Jay Gatsby would approve of.

The palace is divided into seven wings, all uniquely decorated. Perfectly adorned with colorful fine artwork, crystal chandeliers, fireplaces, classic furniture, oversized modern sofas and some quirky features too. All rooms are individually styled with an eclectic mix of contemporary classic and regal. The most unique one is the Greta Garbo room made specifically for her. It is an unusually round room – it has no corners. Greta never liked corners but she did enjoy coming here, and so why not build a room in her honor. As you do.

EAT: Their champagne afternoon tea was delightful, home baked pastries and paired well with their own Häringe Palace tea blend with rose petals and litchi. Relax near the

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Above: All canine friends welcome.

A delightful Woof menu awaits them.

Above: A serene avenue of trees and statues in the Palace gardens.

Below: Home for the night, the Ivar Kreuger Suite in the Gentleman’s Wing.

Left: Modern art, photography and color brighten the parlours of the Palace.

Right: Cosy welcome entrance at Häringe.

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fireplace with an avec to the sweet sounds of jazz. Dinner was delicious, John enjoyed his cod and I was obsessed with my cockerel and truffle sauce. Despite its being a full house this night, our waiter Zaccariah, a jack of all trades at the palace, delivered great service.

SLEEP: The top floor of the Gentleman’s Wing, the Ivar Kreuger suite, was our sanctuary for the night. The 42 square meter, red velvet, Asian-inspired room has an excellent view of the pool and the lake. The enormous Hästens bed felt too soft at first but turned out to provide a perfect night’s rest. My favorite part has to be the perfect bathtub in our large marble bathroom, indulging in Malin & Goetz amenities.

PLAY: There is an abundance of fun things to do here for any type of guest. Even dogs are welcome. Don’t miss the woof menu.

The bowling alley is one of the oldest in the country and the pool room is always fun. At night, explore the dungeon, secret paths and tunnels in the palace if you dare. It is magical

here, as the grounds border with the Swedish archipelago and Lake Mälaren, offering great jogging trails for John. While I on the other hand, catch up on some emails in front of the fire with a glass of wine in hand. Walk on the palace grounds through their apple orchard, and fairytale backyard with long boulevards of perfectly arched trees. Finish off at the jetty near the sauna on the lake. Häringe Palace has a magical way of bringing us a little bit closer.

MEET: There are many options for mingling, business meetings and conferences. Access to all of the above and never having to leave the property is perfection. Häringe has meeting rooms that accommodate up to 150 guests and many options for private dinners.

GETTING HERE: Only 25-30 minutes from central Stockholm by car. A 12-minute helicopter flight lands on the helipad right next to the palace. If you are travelling by sea plane, land in Landfjärden and then dock at their jetty. The jetty is deep enough for all sailboats to dock at as well.

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Anything is possible at this playful palace, and they are always eager to host a good party give you a memorable stay. Häringe is one of those hotels that truly live up to their motto: “not just a hotel, it’s a lifestyle.” haringeslott.se

FEM SMÅ HUS One of Stockholm’s oldest and most popular restaurants brings out the special charm of Österlånggatan in Old Town

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em Små Hus (Five Little Houses) first opened more than 40 years ago. Harking back to the fifteenth century, the basement of the restaurant winds its way below five different buildings. A tavern once illumined the sixteenth century night.

The multiple arches at various levels create an unparalleled ambiance. The fittings are classic and elegant, the atmosphere cozy and laid back. An eternal favorite among visitors to Stockholm from far and near.

The menu features a broad selection of the most mouthwatering Swedish delicacies: caviar, herring, elk carpaccio, marinated salmon, fillet

of reindeer – just to mention a few. Flaunting a hint of a French accent, the wine cellar is stocked with brands from around the world.

The cellar is the proud 2011 winner of the top rating by Munskänkarna, the premiere Swedish wine lover’s association. What better place to arrange your own winetasting party?

You can’t go wrong here if what you’re looking for is traditional Swedish cuisine with unbeatable service in unique surroundings.

Check out the new bar – there you can linger to your heart’s content over an aperitif or digestif, or simply relax with a cocktail. A private room seats parties of 40 or less for banquets, family get-togethers or business powwows.

FEM SMÅ HUS +46 (0)8 10 87 75 Nygr änd 10, gaml a stan www.femsmahus.se

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EKBERG LA DOLCE VITA

Sweden has produced many starlets but no greater sex symbol.

Anita Ekberg redefined the way that the world looked at Sweden and sexuality.

BY IVAN MATHIAS PETERSSON

The country had a reputation for promiscuity at the end of World War II. The Allies had been underwhelmed by the brash refusal of the Swedes to choose sides. In the merciless light of peace, they saw Swedish coyness as little more than calculating expediency.

Sweden found itself in the hot seat. Given the patriarchal spirit of the times, Swedish women bore the brunt of the animosity. Their moral rectitude was called into question, and a couple of blockbuster movies that took the world by storm in the early 1950s added fuel to the fire.

One Summer of Happiness (1951) and Summer with Monika (1953) frankly depicted extramarital relations, not to mention undraped breasts for the first time. People didn’t know whether to be shocked or titillated, but their preconceptions about Sweden were reconfirmed.

You might think that a country under that kind of assault would assume a crouching position and try to make amends.

But along came Anita Ekberg.

She dealt a crushing blow to the smallminded preachers of chastity and modesty. Her lush beauty and unbridled sensuality spurred a whole new realization: women could express their own sexuality outside the constraints of

male control. Sweden and sex would never be the same again.

Looking back years later, Frederico Fellini recalled his first encounter with the Ekberg sensation: “I saw her in a full page photograph in an American magazine: a powerful panther playing the mischievous young girl, astride the bannister of a stairway. ‘My god’ – I thought – ‘don’t ever let me meet her.’”

But it wasn’t long before Ekberg and Fellini became a team. And neither they nor moviegoers ever regretted it. La Dolce Vita – the sweet life – (1960) became the slogan for an entire generation seeking to escape the straitjackets of postwar provincialism. Fellini may have intended the title to be ironic, but who cared?

A new decade of faith, revolution, betrayal and discovery was revving up. And Fellini sped it on its way with the legendary scene during which Ekberg bathes in Fontana di Trevi before a dumbfounded Marcello Mastroianni. The choice of the angelic creature from southern Sweden to embody the iconic moment was no accident. Just like Sylvia Rank in the movie, she manifested la dolce vita in every fiber of her being. With its all-powerful, prudish church, Italy badly needed someone who could incarnate artless sexuality. The Vatican was

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unsparing in its condemnation of a woman who once told Sweden’s Aftonbladet, “I don’t know if paradise or hell exist but I’m sure hell is more groovy.”

The fountain scene was shot on an icy February night. Ekberg was borne away with numb feet while Mastroanni stumbled to safety after having finished off a bottle of vodka to withstand the elements.

Born in Malmö to a working class family, Anita Ekberg grew up with seven siblings. After being named Miss Sweden, she competed in the Miss Universe pageant and signed a Hollywood contract.

The movie industry was ready for Ekberg but she had other things on her mind. She partied to her heart’s content and had affairs with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Yul Brunner, Gary Cooper and Tyrone Power. The gossip columns couldn’t get enough of her – an exotic man-eater who never looked back.

Eventually Ekberg’s career took off and she landed some meaty roles. She played a Chinese woman in Blood Alley (1955) with John Wayne and Lauren Bacall. Artists and Models (1955) and Hollywood or Bust (1956) were goofy comedies with Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin. Her first leading part was in

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EKBERG Back from Eternity (1955), followed by Valerie (1957) opposite Sterling Hayden. Bob Hope, who worshipped the ground she walked on, solicited her talents a number of times, most memorably in Paris Holiday (1957) and Call Me Bwana (1963).

Ekberg’s performances in Zarak (1956), as well as the unfaithful Helen Kuragin in King Vidor’s version of War and Peace with Henry Fonda and Audrey Hepburn, were particularly rewarding for her. She received the 1956 Golden Globe for the most promising female newcomer.

At the peak of her career, Paramount launched her as its answer to Marilyn Monroe.

But Italy won her heart. When Hollywood temporarily moved to Cinecitta to cut costs, Ekberg tagged along. Anthony Quinn told her about the house that she ended up living in for the rest of her life.

La Dolce Vita sealed Ekberg’s legacy in the pantheon of the greats but also turned into an albatross around her neck. She was in sixty other movies but often had the feeling that nobody remembered them. Moving to Rome was not the smartest career move she ever made. Hollywood picked back up and left for Yugoslavia and she never regained her footing after the politicized cinema of the last 1960s.

Ekberg wasn’t the first sex symbol who watched her currency devalue with age. “When you’re born beautiful, it helps you start in the business,” she once said, “But then it becomes a handicap.” She never lost her appetite for men but true love was always just out of reach. Nor did she have any children.

Ekberg’s career derailed in the 1970s. Her performances in Killer Nun and Gold of the Amazon Women were nothing to write home

about. She and her husband Rik van Nutter supported themselves as shipbrokers for a while before signing the divorce papers.

Ekberg and Mastroianni got together for a bittersweet reunion in Intervista (1987), Fellini’s swansong, though it was anything but a comeback. Playing herself, she utters the line, “It's no fun to be young nowadays.”

Not a fountain in sight.

Ekberg suffered serious health problems and was virtually penniless for the last few years of her life. But she never grew bitter.

On the occasion of her eightieth birthday in 2011, an interviewer asked her whether she was lonely. A bit, she confessed. “But I have no regrets,” she added. “I have loved, cried, been mad with happiness. I have won and I have lost... If you want la dolce vita, it is how you look at life.”

Anita Ekberg passed away on January 11, 2015 at the age of 83.

KURT RIBBHAGEN

Silver and Jewelry

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urt Ribbhagen AB is a leading Swedish expert in the field of antique jewelry and silver.

The company sells everything from sixteenth century trinkets to valuable pieces from later periods. The company also manufactures and customizes gold jewelry and ornaments on order. Jan Ribbhagen, the owner, frequently appears as an expert on the popular TV program

Antikrundan. The fact that the company is a member of the Swedish Association of Art and Antique Dealers undoubtedly adds to its prestige and credibility in the eyes of its customers. Feel free to ask for an appraisal of any antiques that you own.

If you are interested in selling one of your possessions, the company is always looking to purchase items.

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KURT RIBBHAGEN +46 (0)8 545 078 60 Birger Jarlsgatan 2 www.kurtribbhagen.se

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DELIVER US AN INTERVIEW WITH BJÖRN GELOTTE OF IN FLAMES

BY FREDRIK VIRDING

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n the early 1990s, almost 25 years ago, a project started in the city of Gothenburg. A project named In Flames. Along with bands such as Dark Tranquility and At the Gates, they pioneered the genre known as Melodic Death Metal.

In the beginning, In Flames was a project of Jesper Strömblad from Ceremonial Oath, who had the vision to write music in a more melodic way. And in 1993, he left Ceremonial Oath to focus more on In Flames.

After the release of their first studio album "Lunar Strain" in 1993, and their first EP, "Subterranean" in 1994, In Flames decided to move forward from using session musicians to recruiting full-time members, and their first pick was Björn Gelotte, who started as a drummer, and later switched to lead guitarist.

Q. How did you join In Flames? Came in contact with In Flames?

A. As I recall, my cousin was a friend of the Jesper, who started the band, and they

needed a drummer and he told Jesper that my cousin Björn plays the drums, which I didn’t. But when i got there, I was actually a little better than their old drummer, but I was also given the chance to influence the song writing, which was a big deal for me.

Q. And In Flames were among the first pioneering the Melodic Death Metal genre?

A. Well, we were more at the time, and bands such as Dark Tranquility who were shortly before us, who started this melodic sound, which was a response to the Stockholm Punk-based Death Metal, which was a lot heavier. And in my opinion, or rather the feeling i got from that was that it shouldn’t be so dirty, it should sound good, more melodies.

And i believe that many who started these bands were listening to German Speed Metal, like Helloween, which were very melodic, maybe not so much Power Metal, Q. "Up to Come Clarity", "Reroute to Remain", there was a certain way In Flames wrote

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music, which changed during those albums, was there something special that happened?

A. There were a few things, many people say “something happened around the Reroute album”. And our thing is that we don’t have plan, we go with what we feel is right, and the only way to stay true to your music, is to do what you, or in our case, what we feel is right.

And when we feel good about our music, we don’t pay attention to what people say or what the industry might want to change. And this is what has made it so much fun, like, this is our thing, and we don’t really care what other people think.

The other big change was when Anders Fridén and I joined In Flames, because then we became an actual band, instead of session musicians, a musical outlet. All of a sudden we started thinking about touring and the value of what we are doing. We started tuning down aswell, which gave it a different sound, and also I recorded some solos. Then we started touring, which we learned so much from, which we noticed when writing and recording the

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switched our producer to Daniel Bergstrand for the “Reroute to Remain” album.

Q. The latest album you released, "Siren Charms", there was an incident before the release where your website was hacked. What happened exactly?

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"Whoracle" album. We started to understand what worked live and what did not. So for me, I think the two biggest changes were when we became a proper band, when we started to tune down, and really think about what and how we are playing, instead of just “playing for fun”. And the other thing was when we

Q. I have heard some stories about your allergy to nickel. How did that affect your guitar playing?

A. Well, nickel is in everything, even in some leather items. And pretty much all guitar strings are coated, which has caused some problems on tour. And I get these blisters on my fingertips, which then breaks, dries out and then it starts to bleed, which makes it really hard to play. At one point, I believe it was a tour in Japan, and I was basically playing on “meat” at that point. And I had to find a solution to finish the final gigs, and there was this one guy in our crew, who had contact lenses, and superglue, so I said “give me your lenses” and

I glued them on my fingertips, and it worked, but took days to peel of the lenses afterwards.

Now I have these strings from Dunlop, which makes these special strings just for me, which makes playing a lot easier.

Q. So what is next for In Flames?

A. Maybe an album? We did three tours in the US, Europe was two tours and all the festivals. We did Asia and Australia. So for us, we feel pretty done with this round of touring. So new material seems like the next step, instead of diluting our own material. We are fans of music too, and we would rather do new material, which gives us a reason to tour and do shows, instead of doing the old stuff.

In Flames has won several Grammies over their years in the music industry, and in 2006, they won the Swedish Export Award, being the first metal band ever to receive that prize, and Minister for Industry and Trade Thomas Östros said “ Thanks to In Flames, Sweden now has a metal band in the absolute world elite”.

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5. “Yngve” pull-on shoe in calf leather, Tiger of Sweden.

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ASIA IN STOCKHOLM Waipo A restaurant with attractive prices, Waipo was a winner at the prestigious Asian Curry Awards 2013. The name means grandmother in Chinese, as reflected in the holistic concept – eat and meet. Steeped in the cozy atmosphere of a family dinner, patrons share everything on the table –a kind of Asian Tapas with a fantastic ambience.

Incomparable Chinese chefs prepare the authentic traditional dishes.

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Pong If you are longing for a great lunch or dinner that includes a wide range of Asian dishes, the smorgasbord at the Pong restaurant is your next stop. With items to satisfy every palate, both the selection and quality are the best Stockholm has to offer. You will feel right at home in the warm, welcoming atmosphere and you will be pleasantly surprised by the contemporary Asian decor. To arrange a dinner in a more intimate setting, stop by the VIP room.

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Orkidé With a passion for tradition and quality, Orkidé Thai Restaurang is one of Stockholm’s oldest Asian restaurants. Thailand and its cuisine could hardly find a more worthy ambassador. The highly trained Thai chefs prepare the dishes with only the best fresh ingredients. Orkidé came in first among Thai restaurants at the prestigious Asian Curry Awards 2012 in London.

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At each other’s throats about predators Swedes can get furious at each other when talking about the status of predators. Environmentalists in the big central and southern cities are mostly into preservation while inhabitants of the sparsely populated areas to the north favor greater regulation and game management. After all, their pets and livestock are the primary prey.

The Sami, who estimate that 70,000 reindeer (25% of the entire Swedish population)

sk any Sami whether the brown bear (Ursus Arctos), wolf (Canis Lupus), wolverine (Gulo Gulo), lynx (Lynx lynx) or golden eagle (Aquila Chrysaetos) poses the greatest threat to their reindeer. The likely answer will be the lynx, the sleek feline that kills approximately 23,000 every year.

But the large predators thrive mostly on wildlife: rabbits, deer, moose, rodents and grouse. And a bear would much rather plunder a beehive then spend its time chasing reindeer.

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We humans do not need to fear the Big Five predators of Scandinavia, which are actually more afraid of us, as much as their African counterparts.

No doubt most of us would nevertheless panic at a close encounter with a 700 pound brown bear. Not to mention a severe case of goosebumps if we happened to run into one of the other four.

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are killed every year, still want to preserve the predators as integral to the ecosystem. They are eager to maintain diversity but demand greater regulation and higher compensation for their losses, as well as for the presence of predators near their villages.

While hunting for predators is closely regulated, including licenses for specific areas, the number that should be granted for each type is a major source of controversy. Be that as it may, all predators are endangered species to one extent or another. More of them are killed every year by illegal than regulated hunting.

Bears are the most common Bears are by far the most common predators.

Approximately 3,000 live in Sweden, most of them in the reindeer breeding areas. While they do not kill as many as lynx do, they are quick to pounce on unprotected newborn calves in the springtime.

Swedish mountain ranges are home to 700-800 wolverines. Wary creatures, they live alone except during the mating season.

They are poor hunters and obtain most of their nourishment from cadavers left by other predators, although they also manage to kill a good number of reindeer.

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Lynx pose the greatest threat to the reindeer population. Upwards of 800 live in the breeding areas and kill approximately 23,000 every year. A female and her cubs can finish off their prey in two days.

Wolves are the rarest of the large Swedish predators. Virtually all of the estimated 400 individuals live in central Sweden and pose only a miniscule threat to reindeer breeding in the north. Nonetheless, they are the most mythologized of all creatures and human beings tend to react emotionally when thinking and talking about them. Every once in a while a wolf kills a dog and the newspapers blaze big headlines. Like the other predators, however, wolves fear people and usually run away before you can catch sight of them.

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Bears do not go after people The fear of bears is also essentially unwarranted. All three Swedes who have been killed by bears since 1902 were hunters who had shot and injured them first. None of the other predators have hurt people in the wild.

The golden eagle and its cousin the sea eagle represent the fifth big predator in Sweden.

Just like the others, the golden eagle has been virtually wiped out at times but is now coming back as a result of preservation measures.

While hunting is against the law, there are still lawbreakers and people who collect eggs, both of which threaten the struggling population.

Golden eagles cannot attack grown reindeer but have an easy time against small calves, thereby endangering the breeding industry.

Spotting one of the five big predators in the wild is no easy task. A zoo is a better bet if you want to take in their magnificence and beauty.

Swedes are far likelier to run into a moose, which is much larger and more impressive. And the farther you wander towards the mountainous areas of Lapland, the bigger they get.

Swedish wildlife is bountiful, a marvel to behold and experience. Easy access to insects at the bottom of the food chain ensures great diversity of birds, rodents, deer and predators.

The country is heaven on earth for nature lovers of all kinds.

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CULTURE Calendar 2016 Inspiring cultural events around the city you should not miss out on

May 6 – May 26

Alice in Wonderland, a crazy ballet adventure – Royal Opera House A cultural colorful crazy ballet extravaganza in exceptional surroundings, Sweden’s national Royal Opera House. British choreographer Christopher Wheeldon finally brings Alice’s tea party and colorful crowd pleaser to Sweden. This mad ballet adventure, is an explosion of theatrical magic and exciting effects. Based on Lewis Carroll's beloved classic Alice in Wonderland, the show originally premiered at the Royal Opera House in England in 2011 in co-production with The National Ballet of Canada. Now co-produces the Royal Ballet set with the Royal Theatre in Copenhagen. A new ballet classic in Alice's enchanted world suitable for both young and old. operan.se ROYAL OPERA HOUSE

Feb 10 – Mar 20

Carmen Moves – Folkoperan Experience this playful dance opera in Swedish, at the intimate opera house for all: Folkoperan. Based on Georges Bizet's classic opera Carmen and Rodion Sjtjedrin´s dance work Carmen Suite.

A mix of humor and gravity revolving around love, passion and jealousy when Carmen takes the stage at Folkoperan.

Directed by choreographer Örjan Andersson. Orchestral direction by one of Britain’s leading conductors, Alice Farnham. folkoperan.se

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Apr 15 – Sep 25

The Legacy of Andy Warhol – Artipelag The Legacy of Andy Warhol – Artipelag Where art meets nature. Explore this incredible museum and its surroundings and indulge in the legacy of this iconic artist.

Andy Warhol was one of the twentieth century´s most significant artists. Warhol did not only leave an impression on art.

His influence has affected many aspects of modern lifestyle. The exhibit The Legacy of Andy Warhol seeks to reflect his multifaceted significance. artipelag.se

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Jan 8 – Jun 5

Like a Prayer – Magasin, III Museum & Foundation for Contemporary Art The Like A Prayer exhibit, presents works by Swedish and international artists from the Magasin III collection, alongside a group of Etruscan votive offerings from the Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities in Stockholm. magasin3.com

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Guy Bourdin, Avant-Garde – Fotografiska Museum A legendary fashion and photographic icon, his works are sensual, glamourous and exciting. Superbly portrayed at this museum with incredible views over the city. With surrealism, sharp humor and a deeply radical approach, Guy Bourdin changed the scene of photography. His work, whether in editorial or advertising, broke aesthetic conventions, always characterized by dramatic intensity and relentless perfectionism. Fotografiska has the great pleasure to present the exhibit Avant Garde by the great fashion photographer Guy Bourdin. fotografiska.eu

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Stockholm Vernissage Every capital city worth its salt has a thriving art scene.

A number of Stockholm galleries and art dealers are passionate about offering an abundant, diverse range of works. Here are a handful of them.

1. Hudiksvallsgatan is Stockholm’s answer to the Chelsea

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Fairs and hybrid exhibits are popular vehicles for promoting cutting-edge contemporary art. Liljevalchs Vårsalong, which has been exhibiting rookie artists of all stripes ever since 1921, has made an indispensable contribution to the genre. The event has been the opening shot of many brilliant careers, and you have the opportunity to acquire a work by a future master at a price you can’t refuse.

As the biggest Nordic show for contemporary art, Market Art Fair represents leading Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Icelandic and Finnish galleries. It serves as a central venue for vibrant Nordic art and its expanding role in the international arena.

Vårsalongen 2016 will run from February 12 to April 10 in central Stockholm. Market Art Fair will be held on Brunkebergstorg from April 22 to 24.

District of Manhattan. For the past few years, a gigantic old factory a hop, skip and a jump north of the St. Eriksplan metro station has housed fifty galleries. Andréhn-Schiptjenko, Crystal Palace, Brandstrom Stockholm and Galerie Nordenhake are just a few of the places you can go to see the most provocative contemporary works. Revel in paintings, video installations, photography and sculpture by young and veteran artists alike.

Or take a quick tour of the various galleries, all within a couple hundred meters of each other, in just an hour or two.

2. The city’s most venerable art district adorns Horns-

gatspuckeln and the narrow streets of Södermalm. A string of well-established galleries dot a stretch of Hornsgatan with its seventeenth century origins intact. They offer an impressively broad selection. Hera, Ekvall & Törnblom, Abante och Tersaeus and others combine painting and sculpture, while Galleri Kontrast is among those that concentrate on photography.

Exquisite handicrafts are everywhere to be seen. Blås & Knåda, Kaolin and Konsthantverkarna are glassmaking and ceramics institutions. The Glassery has quickly carved out a niche as one of Scandinavia’s most daring exhibitors of contemporary works from Sweden and abroad. Get off the metro at the Slussen or Mariatorget station.

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Jun-Hi Nordling and Elin Hagström, Directors of Market Art fair.

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The elegant Östermalm District boasts of many galleries and art dealers. Among them are Åmells, Agardh & Tornvall, Galleri Helle Knudsen and Galleri Lars Bohman (featuring the creations of Ernst Billgren, Sweden’s enfant terrible). McCabe Fine Art, one of the few Swedish dealers that carry works by big international names like Damien Hirst and Andy Warhol, is the place to go if you have well-lined pockets.

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Museums WELL WORTH A VISIT Explore the many museums Stockholm has to offer. Here are some of our favourites.

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Paul Svensson, culinarian at the Fotografiska restaurant, nominated as the best mediumclass eatery in town at the All About Stockholm competition. The World Wildlife Fund sings the praises of its sustainable, dependable selection and services.

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You can't get more popular than this. Fotografiska in Stockholm is a world-class museum where everything revolves around photography but with so much more to tickle your mind and senses. There's always an exciting new exhibit for you to feast your eyes on, not to mention an excellent shop and a prizewinning restaurant with its chef from a well-known TV cooking show. Open more hours a year than any museum you have ever heard of, Fotografiska has won acclaim and attracted visitors from far and wide.

While the museum is certainly the place to go if you are looking for the latest and most provocative photography, it is also a watering hole for people who love all kinds of beauty and culture.

With their magnificent view of Stockholm and Old Town, the salons in the restaurant and cafe on the top floor are fashionable hangouts during the winter. The sidewalk cafe just outside the entrance beckons with its promise of gastronomic delight all summer long. Hours: 9 am to 11 pm every day of the year, with the exception of Midsummer's Eve and Christmas Eve.

Nobel Museum The Nobel Museum is located in the heart of Gamla Stan. The Nobel Prize laureates and their work, as well as Alfred Nobel and the Nobel Prize itself, are all presented here.

Daily tours in Swedish and English take you from the birth of an idea to the Nobel Banquet. An audio guide is available in 12 languages.

You will find something for all ages in the museum shop, which features literature, exciting experiment boxes and utensils from the exclusive Nobel tableware. Bistro Nobel, which is certified with the Nordic Ecolabel, serves delicious lunches and, of course, the famous Nobel ice cream. Be inspired by ideas that have changed the world—welcome to the Nobel Museum.

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Skansen Vasa Museum

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The Vasa is the only seventeenth century ship preserved in the world. Ninety-five percent of it is original, and it is adorned with hundreds of carved sculptures.

The salvaging of the Vasa was a historic moment, and today Sweden is able to boast of a treasure that is unique in the world. The ship is displayed in a specially constructed museum in Stockholm. The Vasa is surrounded by 11 different exhibits, a well-stocked museum shop and a first-class restaurant.

Tours of the museum are conducted daily, and they can now be experienced in a new way through audio tours. There are 15 stations designated around the museum with 15 different soundtracks that you can download directly to your device or MP3 player. A video about the Vasa is available in 16 languages.

The Vasa Museum is the most frequently visited museum in Scandinavia, and the Vasa alone can be worth a trip to Stockholm.

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OPEN AIR MUSEUM, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS AND ZOO

Travel back in time and experience the Sweden of the past – Skansen is the world’s oldest open-air museum, founded in 1891. Historical buildings are surrounded by beautiful gardens and a profusion of flowers from all over Sweden.

Skansen is also Stockholm’s only zoo, with Nordic wild animals and native Swedish breeds.

During the summer, there is a wide selection of concerts, folk music, dances, and various theme days. Dance around the maypole and join one of the best Midsummer celebrations, celebrated here annually. Everyone is welcome. Enjoy a delicious meal in one of the restaurants or buy genuine Swedish handicrafts in the museum shop. Skansen is open all year round.

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The City Hall of Stockholm Politicians and unique art treasures gather under City Hall’s coat-of-arms adorned tower. Every year in the Blue Hall (which in fact is not blue), guests in festive evening attire gather for the formal Nobel Banquet, followed by dancing in the Golden Hall. This stunning hall is made up of over 18 million gold mosaics. The only way to ensure that you do not miss this magnificent, national Romantic style building is to take one of the guided tours offered year round. In the shop you find representative products for Stockholm and Sweden. In the summer, you can also visit the tower with its fantastic view of Stockholm.

You can download the audio guide ”Stockholm City Hall exterior and garden tour” for free to your smartphone or tablet from the GuidiGO app prior to your visit.

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Moderna Museet Are you an art lover interested in culture? Then this is the place for you. This museum has one of Europe’s foremost collections of modern and contemporary art, international as well as Swedish, with seminal works of Picasso, Dali, and more. It also contains one or two temporary exhibits, exciting outdoor sculptures, and activities for children.

To complement your artistic experience, the restaurant has a great selection of extraordinary food as well as tempting pastries — all with a clear view of the kitchen and with modern, fun self-service. Beautifully situated on the island of Skeppsholmen with a fantastic view of Stockholm.

Paul Klee (top) / Ivan Aguéli (bottom), Stockholm - January 16 - April 24, 2016

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