Scan Magazine | Issue 22 | September 2010

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Scan Magazine | Contents

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The Scandinavia Show: Fashion On 9-10 October 2010, at The Scandinavia Show in London, an exclusive live fashion show will introduce the best of Scandinavian fashion to the UK audience.

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Denmark An appealing mix of breathtaking beaches, idyllic countryside, historic towns and a wealth of world-class experiences and attractions await you in Denmark.

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Finland: Meripuisto and Rantapuisto Conference Hotels Meripuisto and Rantapuisto, both located a 20 minute drive away from Helsinki, are part of the Finlandia Hotels chain.

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Norway: Losby Gods Located only 20 minutes away from Oslo, Losby Gods is the perfect destination if you want to escape the busy capital.

Viking Experience The young and the young-at-heart will experience a special treat at this year’s Scandinavia Show, when the Vikings take over the Olympia Conference Centre.

Denmark: Munkebjerg Hotel Munkebjerg Hotel is a stylish and atmospheric family-owned establishment that can truly cater to your every whim and desire.

Beer presentation Come and engage your taste buds with a nice tipple of Danish lager or ale at this year’s Scandinavia Show.

Museum University Tromsø Tromsø University Museum offers the unique opportunity for visitors to create their very own Northern Lights.

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Norway: Smauet Offering rustic modern fine dining and a selection of carefully chosen wines.

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Sweden: Restaurang Räkan Restaurang Räkan has been a unique part of Göteborg’s restaurant culture since 1975.

Stavanger The Stavanger region is the only place where you can experience everything within 48 hours. Culture, beaches, mountains, fjords, shopping, cuisine, night life and lifestyle.

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Finland: Restaurant Carelia Only a few tram stops away from central Helsinki Restaurant Carelia is a true find for anyone mad about fine wines and French-style gourmet dining.

Denmark: Ranee’s Tucked away in a corner of the bustling Blaagaards Square on Nørrebro you will find probably the most original Thai restaurant in Copenhagen.

Tromsø Northern Lights Festival In late January and early February the Northern Lights Festival (Nordlysfestivalen) celebrates the end of the Polar Night season.

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We Love This | 16 Fashion Diary | 56 Wine | 58 Humour | 72 Scan News Music & Culture | 77 Culture Calendar

Scan Business 32 49

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DFDS Seaways

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Danish ferry operator DFDS Seaways provides the only ferry route from the UK to Scandinavia.

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Key Note by Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Jonas Gahr Støre.

SuperOffice SuperOffice is a leading European provider of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software with 20 years of experience and 11,000 satisfied customers.

Stockholm Eye Clinic Stockholm Eye Clinic, Sweden’s largest private eye clinic, is celebrating its 20-year jubilee next year.

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The vital importance of company values Annika Goodwille writes about the importance of identifying a set of shared company values.

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Chamber News News from the Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish and Danish Chambers of Commerce for the UK.

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Scan Magazine | Editor’s Note

Dear Reader, The Scandinavia Show is almost around the corner, and everyone at Scan Magazine is extremely excited about its prospects. It will be something unique that London has never seen before – everything to do with Scandinavia under one roof. I’m thoroughly looking forward to seeing the different exhibitors from the fields of fashion, design, food and travel. It might make me a bit homesick, but most importantly it’s a great opportunity for visitors to get to know more about Scandinavia and all the great Finnish, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian and Icelandic brands, products and experiences that are out there.

In our September issue, we focus on the exclusive live fashion show that will be held at the Scandinavia Show. Scandinavia is known worldwide for its innovative design industry, but it has taken us quite a while to make a long-lasting impression on the fashion world. Today, I think things are looking very promising for all the up-and-coming, as well as the more established, Scandi fashion designers. So at the Scandinavia Show we are going to celebrate their success in style: the fashion show, hosted by Scandinavian fashion boutique Wild Swans and sponsored by Danish jewellery brand PANDORA, will definitely give you something to talk about. It will include creations from such high-end designers as Rabens Saloner, By Malene Birger, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Zetterberg and Couture designer Ann Wiberg.

ders Brewery – you can definitely count me in on that. And there is also something for the whole family to enjoy: a live Viking Experience. If you still haven’t bought your tickets for the show, I think now is the perfect time to do so!

Our other themes this month include exciting autumn holiday tips and destinations from Denmark as well as the best restaurants (amongst other things) that Stavanger has to offer. We also explore the Tromsø Northern Lights Festival with the help of journalist Andrew Mellor.

And don’t miss out on our music columnist Karl Batterbee’s account from this year’s Stockholm Pride Festival. He represented Scan Magazine to the fullest and enjoyed himself immensely. It was a full-on five day party with exciting events and musical acts, but we shouldn’t forget the important message of equal rights and tolerance that the festival sets out to spread.

I hope you enjoy this month’s issue, and let’s get ready for autumn!

Nia Kajastie

On top of the fashion show, the Scandinavia Show will also feature an in-depth presentation about beers from the Danish Ran-

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Scan Magazine | Contributors

Regular Contributors Nia Kajastie (Editor) was born and raised in Helsinki, Finland, and moved to London in 2005 to study writing. With a BA in Journalism & Creative Writing, she now describes herself as a full-time writer and grammar stickler.

Swedish Sara Schedin has lived in London for four years. She is currently studying Journalism in her second year at City University and is covering Scandinavian culture in the UK.

Emelie Krugly has worked on a number of Swedish newspapers.

After travelling extensively, she has been based in London since 2006. Her particular interests are news and current affairs within Sweden and the export of Scandinavian culture to the UK.

Maria Smedstad moved to the UK from Sweden in 1994. She received a degree in Illustration in 2001, before settling in the capital as a freelance cartoonist, creating the autobiographical cartoon Em. She writes a column on the trials and tribulations of life as a Swede in the UK.

Mette Lisby is Denmark’s leading female comedian. She invites you to laugh along with her monthly humour columns. Since her stand-up debut in 1992, Mette has hosted the Danish versions of “Have I Got News For You” and “Room 101”.

Julie Guldbrandsen is Scan Magazine’s fashion and design expert; she has worked in the fashion industry for more than 10 years, and advised various Scandinavian design and fashion companies. Besides, Julie has a BA in business and philosophy and has lived in Copenhagen, Singapore and Beijing before settling down in London.

Stine Daugaard is a Danish journalist living in Copenhagen. She has a degree in journalism from the Danish School of Media and Journalism and City University and has been freelancing since 2007. Travel and tourism are close to her heart, and she is happiest when the next plane ticket is booked.

Linnea Dunne has been writing professionally for over 10 years. Having started out on a local paper in Sweden, she is passionate about Scandinavian music and culture, and currently works in London as a full-time writer and translator.

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Hailing from Ireland, O'Connor has been living in London and advising on all things wine since 2006.

He teaches, consults and writes regularly on the subject and won the Young Wine Writer of the Year Award in 2007."

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Scan Magazine | Cover Feature | The Scandinavia Show

The Scandinavia Show:

Scandinavia shows some forward fashion thinking Scandinavians have been recognized as frontrunners in the field of interior design for years, but in the fashion world they have been taking baby steps until quite recently, when things really started happening. The world finally took notice of the talent that had been brewing in the North for a long time. On 9-10 October 2010, at The Scandinavia Show in London, an exclusive live fashion show will finally introduce the best of Scandinavian fashion to the UK audience.

By: Nia Kajastie | Photos: Helle Moos, © By Malene Birger 2010

Wild Swans Scandinavian fashion boutique Wild Swans will be hosting the fashion show, and you could not find a more suitable candidate for the job. The first Wild Swans shop opened in 2006 and its ongoing success indicates a distinctly growing demand for Scandinavian designer brands in the UK. The designs at the stores, located in Chiswick, Islington and Mill Hill, range from romantic to funky and feminine. Wild Swans offers an array of up-and-coming designers mixed with the more established ones and is constantly adding new and exclusive designs to their range.

The Danish owner of the boutique, Caroline van Luthje, tells us more about what to look forward to in the upcoming show:

“The show will include selected brands from the Wild Swans shops, showcasing their AW10 collections. We are hosting a high impact show that brings the best of Scandinavian fashion to the UK. We have 6 designers taking part with 12-15 looks, with everything from casual daywear to evening and couture.”

PANDORA The show will also be sponsored by Danish jewellery brand PANDORA, which has already gained a strong international reputation. Maria Hojgaard, UK Retail Marketing Manager for PANDORA, talks about their contribution to the show: “The models will be wearing PANDORA jewellery including the latest 2010 fall collection.

This will be the first time that PANDORA’s

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exciting new designs have been exhibited in the UK, including the introduction of watches and exclusive Rose Gold LovePods. We will also be holding regular competitions, which give the attendees a chance to win a stunning piece of our jewellery.”

Top stylist & designers Danish stylist Kathrine Agger will also be working on the catwalk show. Agger has previously worked as Assistant Womenswear Designer at Matthew Williamson as well as the Fashion Editor for Danish publication Cover. Today she has her own Company CYAN which mainly deals with stylist assignments for magazines (contributing Fashion Editor for ELLE DK), shows, rebranding, campaign making as well as freelance design work for other companies.

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“I think it is time that the world recognizes that Scandinavia not only produces great furniture and architecture, but that we on the fashion field are just as strong. I think that some of the fashion brands taking part are known for their casual boho chic style, and perhaps that is what sticks in people’s minds. Actually they have all been able to change with time,” says Agger.

Experience an exciting show put together with high-end designers such as Pandora jewellery, Rabens Saloner, By Malene Birger, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Zetterberg and Couture designer Ann Wiberg. To be able to take part in this exciting showcase of Scandinavian fashion, you had better make your way to the Olympia Conference Centre in October. Who knows, you might even discover your perfect autumn/winter look for this year.

Host of the fashion show: www.wild-swans.com Sponsor of the fashion show: www.pandora.net Stylist for the fashion show: www.cyan.dk Only 500 fashion show tickets will be given out exclusively to the first people to come through the doors on Saturday 9 October at The Scandinavia Show. There are special tickets for press to attend the fashion show alongside visitors.

For more information on the show, please visit: www.scandinaviashow.co.uk

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Scan Magazine | Scandinavia Show | Beer Presentation & Viking Show

Skål: Bunden i vejret eller resten i håret!

Learn more about Danish beer at the Scandinavia Show 2010

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: 95% Danish

Come and engage your taste buds with a nice tipple of Danish lager or ale at this year’s Scandinavia Show. Stefan Kappel, the Managing Director and brewer at Randers Bryghus (Randers Brewery), is making a special guest appearance on both days of the show 9-10 October. Kappel will be holding an in-depth presentation about Randers beers, which also includes a tasting of their finest brews.

Randers Bryghus is a relatively young and small brewery with three people (Stefan Kappel, Jens Rasmussen and Erik Højholdt) on the payroll taking care of the daily operation of the business. Their main market is local, but they also produce a range of beers for supermarkets all around Denmark. In the UK, Randers beer is distributed by 95% Danish, and on the 95% website you can purchase a quality bottle of Randers Burr Øl, Brown Ale or Indian Pale Ale.

“Our beers aren’t typically Danish, as we draw our inspiration from different countries and brewing cultures,” explains Kappel. Accordingly, the beers represent a mix of different styles with influences picked up from Denmark, America, Germany and England.

Kappel’s talk at the show will give you a more thorough understanding of the Randers Brewery, their beers and brewing philosophy. “It’ll be a very interesting opportunity. We normally present our beer to people who are specifically interested in

buying it, but at the show we will be able to get in touch with more people from other business areas,” says Kappel. “I hope the show will make people more interested in Danish products and beer, as we might only be known abroad for our bacon.”

This is something for all the real beer aficionados out there!

For more information, please visit: www.randersbryghus.dk www.95percent.co.uk

Get up close and personal with Vikings at the Scandinavia Show 2010

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Historical Promotions and Event Management

The young and the young-at-heart will experience a special treat at this year’s Scandinavia Show, when the Vikings take over the Olympia Conference Centre on 910 October. On both days of the show, visitors will be able to marvel at a 15ft Viking boat, which is also available for children to sit in as part of the ‘Viking Experience’.

This experience also consists of fascinating Viking demonstrations, and presentations regarding seafaring, burials, trade and exploration.

Other exciting events include a ‘meet and greet’ with Viking warriors, a small skir-

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mish, the battle of the champions, some storytelling as well as children’s arena activities. We guarantee you that the little ones will not be able to get enough of this unique and adventurous slice of Nordic history!

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Scan Magazine | Design | We Love This

We love this...

By Julie Guldbrandsen

Go fall in love with these functional, humoristic and very pretty Scandidesigns. They all represent an aesthetic expression we just can’t help loving!

Knitted Vase Glass vases with a knitted cover by Ferm Living.

From £29-34. Call +44 (0) 1993 867078 for stockists.

Spider Woman The Dots A very pretty and flexible little family of coat hooks by Muuto. £99 at www.skandium.com.

Beautiful chair in an asymmetric pattern designed by Louise Campbell for HAY. The laser cut stacking chair is for indoor as well as outdoor use. £229 at www.moletamunro.com.

Umbrella Stand A sculptural as well as functional umbrella stand with artificial sponge and frame in lacquered steel by Design House Stockholm. £190 at Design House Stockholm, 205 King’s Road or Selfridge’s in London.

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Future The ‘Future’ glasses from Holmegaard with their lovely organic shape and delicate colours, now come in a clear glass version and in two sizes. £27.95 for a 25 cl. 6-pack and £24.95 for a 37 cl. 4-pack. Call +44 (0) 1993 867078 for stockists.

crystallighting.net The UK’s leading retailer of Orrefors and Kosta Boda crystal lighting.

Contemporary, classic, timeless, expressive.

Scan Magazine | Design | Fashion Diary

Fashion Diary – AW10 trends to work now I’ve found some AW10 pieces that you can work now. They are great trans-seasonal items that will take you effortlessly into the colder months.

By Julie Guldbrandsen

This is a new season must-have.

Perfect for cooler September days instead of a jacket, but will work equally well with evening wear.

App. £250, www.sofie-schnoor.com.

This lace top is a super elegant separate by Heartmade. Pair it with a leather skirt and high heels for a sexy evening look, or simply team it with jeans, a cardi and flats for a deluxe day look. App. £330, www.heartmade.dk.

Add some punk attitude to your outfits with these pumps by Acne in leather with contrasting toecap and concealed platform. £335 at shop.acnestudios.com.

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A beautiful silk smock dress by Rützou.

The belt adds definition to the waist and roughens it up. Dress £170, belt £115. Call +44 (0) 207 486 0486 for stockists.

A fabulous pair of cropped trousers in soft cotton velvet by Rabens Saloner. The length makes them a perfect companion for early autumn ensembles. £210 at www.wild-swans.com.

Animal print scarf in wool, a great accessory that will add interest to most outfits, by By Malene Birger. £67 at www.wild-swans.com.

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Welcome to Denmark An appealing mix of breathtaking beaches, idyllic countryside, historic towns and a wealth of world-class experiences and attractions await you in Denmark. Distances are short and travelling is easy and convenient, thus providing ideal conditions for combining a relaxing beach holiday with an exciting city break in one of Denmark’s many charming cities, where history and a vibrant cultural life are beautifully combined with trendy cafés, delectable cuisine, superb shopping and cool design.

By: Kathrine Lind Gustavussen | Photo: VisitDenmark

City Breaks in Cool Copenhagen City breaks to Copenhagen are growing in popularity. The Danish capital is a bustling seaside metropolis, with a wide range of cultural venues and events. The city centre is small and compact and major sights are within walking distance of each other, yet with everything your heart desires in terms of museums, attractions, shopping, parks and city beaches. Copenhagen is also the gourmet capital of Scandinavia and boasts a large number of Michelinstar restaurants, including the famous Noma, recently awarded “best restaurant in the world” status.

Charming Aalborg Recognised as one of Denmark’s hot spots for locally grown gourmet food, re-

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gional specialties and a superb range of seafood plucked freshly from its pristine coastline, North Jutland along with its capital city of Aalborg is developing a welldeserved reputation as a gastronomic hidden gem. Aalborg is a ‘new kid on the block’ on the British market, offering small city charm and close proximity to long sandy beaches, spectacular countryside as well as an abundance of bustling bars and great nightlife.

Enjoy the Last Rays of Sunshine on the Danish West Coast Surrounded by sea, Denmark boasts a stunning coastline with fantastic beaches and a rolling landscape of open fields and lush forests to explore. Denmark’s beaches are a hive of activity from early

spring until late autumn. With options ranging from horse riding and kite-flying to the simple pleasures of sandcastlebuilding, Denmark’s thousands of kilometres of wide open, sandy beaches are wonderful for an active escape in the last rays of the summer sun. Even if the capricious autumn weather gets you heading under cover, there’s still plenty to keep the entire family entertained as the country’s selection of exciting, indoor activities and attractions make Denmark the perfect place for a fun-packed autumn break – whatever the weather.

Find inspiration on all aspects of holidaying in Denmark on www.visitdenmark.com

Scan Magazine | Travel Theme | Visit Denmark

Top row: left: Niels Bugges Hotel; Bottom row (From left to right): Room in the Niels Bugges Anneks, Terrace at Niels Bugges Kro, Restaurant at Niels Bugges Hotel

Niels Bugges Kro, Hotel & Anneks – All you need under three roofs Located in Viborg, a town in central Jutland, and surrounded by dramatic nature, the Niels Bugges universe consists of three buildings with different styles of accommodation that cater to all needs and requirements. Niels Bugges Inn, Hotel and Anneks will all offer you a tranquil night’s sleep accompanied by breathtaking views, but you have to make sure to visit both the Inn restaurant as well as the Hotel restaurant for two completely different, yet equally satisfying, dining experiences.

Current Owner Poul Nielsen was helping his parents run Niels Bugges Kro (Inn) from 1981-83, and in 1984 he took over the establishment and bought the protected property from the Danish government.

Nielsen began restoring the main building, originally from 1715, almost immediately and added a new glass pavilion to the

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Niels Bugges Kro

garden. Later on he bought two more buildings in the beautiful surrounding area, namely the Anneks and the Hotel.

The Anneks is a black wooden house with four luxury suites that has been restored with artist Carl Larsson’s atelier in Sweden in mind, while the Hotel is a stonebrick house from 1933, which now includes 14 rooms and suites.

one restaurant and the second night in the other. The Hotel restaurant serves Northern food, as it’s a new style Scandi kitchen. And at the Inn, we have a more old-fashioned and traditional kitchen,” says Nielsen. “All over, hotels are trying to get people to dine in their own restaurants, but we don’t have to try as people come here for the total experience.”

Conferences & weekend getaways

To top it all off, in summer time, guests can rent a boat and take it out onto the clear waters of the adjacent Hald Lake, where you can enjoy the scenery with an old-fashioned picnic basket full of mouthwatering treats from Niels Bugges Inn.

The Niels Bugges establishment offers the perfect setting for a weekend getaway for two as well as a small business conference. The garden pavilion can accommodate meetings for up to 50 people, and the in-house restaurants guarantee to create two distinct and wonderful dining experiences for all guests.

“A lot of couples come here to have a weekend off. They can eat one night in

For more information, please visit: www.nielsbuggeskro.dk

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Scan Magazine | Travel Theme | Visit Denmark

Allow yourself to dream Far down, in the hilly landscape of Southern Jutland hides a gem. What used to be a family farm is now a small countryside hotel. Next to a beautiful green golf course and with a view over a sparkling fiord, Benniksgaard’s owner Mads Friis welcomes you for a stay full of pleasant surprises.

By Eva Theil Thomsen | Photos: Benniksgaard Hotel

Arriving at Benniksgaard, you encounter the old main building from 1782 with its straw thatch and the surrounding white chalked buildings that used to house cows, grain and hay. Today they house visitors from many countries. Some come to spend their days on the golf course, while others come to enjoy cultural and culinary experiences as well as a break from the business of everyday life. Every room is individually decorated in order to create a homely feel and to give the returning visitor a new experience every time.

Behind it all stands Mads Friis, who was born and raised on Benniksgaard, and who in the late 1990s started the transformation that led to the hotel that we see today.

He is truly the embodiment of the spirit of Benniksgaard. A man not known for the ordinary, he strives to ensure that your stay leaves a lasting impression. “A stay at Benniksgaard should be surprising, creative, relaxing and personal, and I strive to

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talk to every visitor who comes through my door,” says Mads Friis. As a visitor, you will soon recognize his face at the restaurant, in the reception and all around.

Benniksgaard dates back to 1293 and was owned by the Bennich family for more than 400 years. The surrounding area is strongly influenced by both Danish and German culture, due to the proximity of the border. Many tales can be told about the history of the farm, and Mads Friis often offers storytelling before dinner commences. His menu card is quite simple – there is none. Every night at 7.30pm a buffet is served, and the selection varies with the season. It is part of Mads Friis’s philosophy to offer his visitors just a little more than what might be expected.

The picturesque landscape around Benniksgaard was shaped by the last ice age.

This has left the natural scene very diverse, creating great possibilities for exploring outdoors through activities such

as walking, biking, golfing and kayaking.

Clay pigeon shooting and archery are also options.

Benniksgaard also welcomes companies who wish to hold their board meetings or conferences in a unique setting. Teambuilding in the hotel kitchen is possible for up to ten persons.

Benniksgaard is located close to both Flensburg and Sønderborg cities, which allows for daytrips. The hotel is easily accessible by train, car and air. Sønderborg Airport is 20 minutes away by car/taxi; Billund and Hamburg airports can be reached within 1 ½ hours driving and Copenhagen Airport in 3 hours.

Mads Friis and his staff look forward to welcoming you.

For more information, please visit: www.benniksgaardhotel.dk

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Samsø: A perfect break from the busy life

By Stine Daugaard | Photos: Feriepartner Samsø

Are you looking to relax by the beach or in a cosy village? Feriepartner Samsø offers more than 300 different houses on the beautiful island.

Samsø offers a little bit of everything: relaxation in calm surroundings and an abundance of activities. There are wonderful calm sandy beaches as well as a more rugged coastline perfect for fishing.

Long stretches of narrow country road wind their way through lush fields and rolling hills and pass between the many cosy villages on the island. ”Samsø has all that a tourist’s heart can desire,” says Lars O. Jensen from Feriepartner Samsø, which is the main provider of holiday home rentals on Samsø with more than 300 different houses on offer. “We have the local knowledge and are experts in finding the perfect

house for everyone,” Jensen continues.

From basic to luxury The houses are dotted all over the island and range from luxury summerhouses with all the amenities to basic cottages in the cosy villages. One of the great advantages of choosing a holiday house over a hotel is the opportunity of cooking with local produce.

“We are experts on potatoes and really good with strawberries,” Jensen says of two Danish summer favourites, which along with many other tasty delicacies can be bought at roadside stalls and local farm shops. “Samsø is the perfect place for relaxation, contemplation and spending time with loved ones,” says Jensen.

Find more information at www.samsoferiehus.dk

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Down-to-earth Luxury Behind every success stands a strong woman. This is definitely the case at Kongenshus Kro & Hotel, where owner Pernille Rasmussen is the life and soul of the hotel.

By Stine Daugaard | Photos: Kongenshus Kro & Hotel

Intimacy, commitment and personality are three concepts that saturate a stay at Kongenshus Kro & Hotel in Daubjerg close to Viborg in the central part of Jutland. The driving force behind the place is Pernille Rasmussen, owner of the hotel, and she herself is something beyond the ordinary, so it is by no means surprising that so is the hotel. Everything carries her personal touch: from the décor in the eight cosy double rooms, which she has had renovated and decorated to perfection, to the marmalade served at breakfast, which she produces herself in the kitchen and even

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sells to guests who want to take a small piece of Kongenshus Kro & Hotel with them. Every jar is created with love and imagination. “For me it is a matter of bringing nature and the changing seasons to the table,” explains Rasmussen.

Respect for history The homemade marmalade is only a fragment of what Pernille Rasmussen is able to do in a kitchen. Her accomplishments have resulted in several nominations for a range of awards, and this year she is once again amongst the five finalists in the competition

“Bo & Spis” (“Eat & Live”). “I am very proud of the nomination. My aim has been to create a small cosy hotel, where intimacy and genuineness is part of everyday life,” says Rasmussen. This is something she has definitely managed to do. The building is renovated with all modern comforts, but it has been done with great respect for its history which dates back to 1754.

Spectacular surroundings The surroundings are also spectacular.

Kongenshus Kro & Hotel is situated by Kongenshus Mindepark, which is one of

the largest heaths in Denmark. The heath has been protected by preservation laws since 1943 and is today a unique natural reserve with an abundance of animals and plants.

A memorial for the pioneers and farmers who turned the barren heath into fertile soil can be found here. 300 beautiful monuments with inscriptions are an impressive reminder of a very important part of Danish history. “We recommend all our guests to visit the heath and enjoy the beautiful landscape,” says Rasmussen, who often creates delectable picnic baskets for her guests to enjoy, from a basic spread to something more luxurious with champagne and strawberries. “They also get a large blanket, so they can enjoy a lovely day out,” says Rasmussen.

Green gastronomy A hike on the heath is also the perfect way to work up a proper appetite for dinner at Kongenshus Kro & Hotel. “My aim is to reach a higher level of gastronomy, but in a down-to-earth and sustainable way,” explains Rasmussen, who tries to be as environmentally conscious as possible.

To this end, she has created her own organic herb garden and makes an extreme effort to buy as many of her ingredients locally as possible. “A carrot should taste like a carrot. I am not willing to compromise in my cooking,” says Rasmussen.

Even the breakfast at the hotel is out of the ordinary. “For us it is more than just a meal.

We want to give our guests something they do not get at home,” says Rasmussen, who bakes her own bread and even makes homemade junket that is served with a special granola. “I want my guests to remember their stay and for them to want to come back for more,” she says.

Read more about the hotel at www.kongenshushotel.dk.

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Windriders – Experience the full force of the wind

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Windriders

Based on the two Danish west coast islands of Rømø and Fanø in the Wadden Sea, Windriders is an extreme sports company that offers an array of fun and safe activities powered solely by the force of the wind. Since 2002, Windriders has been introducing people to wind-driven toys on the enormous sand pit of Sønderstrand on Rømø as well as Rindby Strand on Fanø.

According to Managing Director Tim Vincent-Piper, the Windriders concept is all about the West Coast experience, as he really wants people to be able to experience the wind and the weather in a wholly new way. The company was started eight years ago on a small scale, and it was created purely out of a passion for the wind. “It’s like a big sand pit, where we invite people to come and play with the natural elements,” he says. And when he says big he

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means big, with some 10sq kilometres dedicated on Sønderstrand, Rømø, for the wind-enthusiasts to play around in.

“It’s like holding the wind in your hands.”

Among the different wind-driven toys and activities that you can try out are blokarts (three-wheeled go-karts with a sail), power kiting (four line traction kites), kite buggying (three-wheeled buggies steered with your feet and powered by a kite), kitewings (standing on a board with a hand-held sail) as well as flyboarding (standing on a board while flying a kite).

Windriders has something for everybody: whether you would like to go for a gentle chauffeured cruise or experience a high speed adrenaline rush, they guarantee

you an experience to remember. Windriders recommends the blokarts for newcomers, as they are easy to use and really accessible. “It’s very safe and very exciting at the same time. You’re in control of this little kart with the wind as your engine,” Vincent-Piper explains. “I’ll take up the challenge to teach anyone to use a blokart, just as long as they know their left from their right.”

Windriders offers courses all year round, and they are happy to cater to groups from 5-100 people as well as individuals on their own. There is also accommodation available on the islands of Rømø and Fanø.

For more information, please visit: www.windriders.dk

North West Jutland: Struer & Lemvig – the Land of Hills and Waves

By Sara Schedin | Photos: Visit Lemvig

Situated between the Liim Fiord and the North Sea, North West Jutland with its towns Lemvig and Struer offers beautiful views and fresh air as well as abundant wildlife and activities for all ages. This hidden Danish gem is an excellent holiday retreat for anyone who seeks a nice mixture of tranquillity and fun.

“The area is perfect for wildlife adventures and makes for both a relaxing and exciting holiday,” says Dina Overgaard, Managing Director at Visit Lemvig.

Wildlife watching For the horse riding enthusiasts, there are tours available on a variety of trails and routes in the area. For those looking for a longer excursion, hestnordvest.dk arranges a three day trip around the Nissum Fiord.

In the forest district Klosterheden, you will get the chance to see beavers, otters and red deer. The beavers were reintroduced to the area in 1999, and Klosterhe-

den is now the only place in Denmark where you can find wild beavers. If you want to go bird watching, the Nature Bus takes you on an observation ride, where you will be able to study North West Jutland’s exciting bird life.

Bang & Olufsen section, where you can experience the history of the famous design icons and modern Danish technology.

Or visit the old Lighthouse of Bovbjerg, where there are monthly exhibitions as well as different music events.

There are plenty of opportunities to go fishing in the area. The Emma-Line boat organizes trips to the North Sea, where you can catch fish such as porbeagle, jig and cod. The region is also perfect for kayaking, both in the North Sea and in the Liim Fiord.

A popular kayak route is around the small island Venø, which despite its size has a varied landscape and beautiful beaches.

All these adventures and excursions make the North West Jutland area the perfect place to just relax and recharge your batteries.

For golf fans, there are several golf courts in North West Jutland. All of them are high above sea level and offer fantastic views of the Liim Fiord below.

Tranquillity and culture For a day of culture, pay a visit to the museum in the town of Struer, which has a

“Visitors always say that a holiday here gives them a sense of calm and tranquillity. Being here is a bit like meditation,” says Overgaard.

For more booking and information visit www.visitnordvestjylland.dk, www.visitlemvig.dk & www.nordvest360.dk

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A traditional Danish vacation

By Stine Daugaard | Photos: Sol og Strand

A stay in a summer cottage is not only a great way to experience Denmark’s wonderful nature - it is also a classic holiday style.

Enjoying Denmark’s wonderful nature during a stay in a summer cottage is one of the most traditional types of Danish vacation. Most of the approximately 200,000 summer cottages are found along the 7,000 kilometres of coastline making it possible to enjoy the sea and the beach. ”Originally, summer cottages were only for the upper class, but today they are for all,” says Kaj Frederiksen of Sol og Strand. Over the last 30 years, Sol og Strand has specialized in arranging summer cottage rentals all over Denmark and has more than 5,500 different houses on offer. “No matter who you are or what you wish for, we can accommodate you,” Frederiksen says.

Experience Danish design Today many of the cottages have been developed from a simple, humble starting

rated in these classic styles. This also means that the weather no longer sets a limit: the houses are well insulated and often have a fireplace or wood stove to supplement the heating – which adds to the comfort and cosiness.

point to contemporary houses with modern amenities. “It is a wonderful way to experience Danish and Scandinavian design,” says Frederiksen, given that the cottages are often designed and deco-

“It is the perfect way of enjoying Danish nature all year round,” explains Frederiksen.

Find more information on www.sologstrand.dk

The secrets of Øhavets Smakkecenter

By Linnea Dunne | Photos: Smakkecenter

If you find boats fascinating and have a soft spot for history, a refreshing and adventurous holiday at Øhavets Smakkecenter might be just the thing you are looking for. This historical archipelago experience is sure to both impress and inspire nautical experts and sailing novices alike.

with a twist: a chance to discover the different islands by boat and camp out in tents provided by the charity.

“It’s a bit like time travel.”

Flemming Walsted

For a complete experience, book a guided tour of the historical, idyllic town of Strynø, try out some kayaking, and keep your eyes on the water to spot a speckled seal. Øhavets Smakkecenter and the South Fyn archipelago carry a lot of secrets about civilisation in one of the world’s largest drowned ice age landscapes.

“It’s a bit like time travel,” says Flemming Walsted, the manager of the organisation.

“We let people experience what it was like around here just 100 years ago; and we also use boats not too dissimilar to those used by the Vikings.”

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and school children, teaching them about sailing and traditional island life. “You get to be right at the centre of history, where the water connects as opposed to disconnects you,” Walsted explains. “When you’re surrounded by nothing but water, some islands and the sky, you have to trust your senses to reach the goal.”

Walsted, a professional boat builder and navigator, now gets to pass on his skills and passion to business groups, families

Find more information, please visit www.smakkecenter.dk

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Hassle-free holiday on a bicycle

By Stine Daugaard | Photos: VisitSydfyn

Accommodation is arranged and the luggage will be transported for you. All you need to do is ride the bike.

One of the best ways to experience all that Funen has to offer is by bike. You can ride leisurely along narrow roads that wind their way through billowing fields and cosy villages, eat lunch at a local cafe and stop for a swim at the beach. Between 1 June and 1 September VisitSydfyn organizes different biking holiday packages that contain some of the best Funen has to offer.

The packages include accommodation, breakfast and baggage transportation.

need to worry about carrying luggage or finding accommodation,” says Mette Dennig from VisitSydfyn.

“All you need to do is ride the bike – between 21 and 44 kilometres a day. No

encompasses five islands, two ferries and three bridges and introduces you to the

Ferries, bridges and islands For those wanting to see as much of Funen as possible, the Round Funen trip will be perfect. “Over seven days this trip takes you round most of the island,” says Dennig. Or how about focusing on the South Funen Archipelago, where a four-day trip

idyllic, relaxed way of life on the small islands.

For the more luxuriously inclined, there is the Luxury Trip, where the distances are shorter and a gourmet dinner is included each evening of the trip, which focuses on the eastern part of Funen. “You will experience some of the best food Funen has to offer,” explains Dennig.

For more information, see www.visitsydfyn.dk

Eco-labeled and low-cost used cars for hire at Autorental Renting used cars can save you money and at the same time be an environment-friendly choice. In Denmark, Zealand-based Autorental has chosen to rent used cars to reduce its carbon footprint and to give economic rental value to its customers.

Autorental takes pride in renting used cars which have passed environmental tests and have proven their eco-viability.

Autorental has offices near Kastrup airport, in Copenhagen City, Greve and Næstved.

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Enjoy a stay at a B&B in the garden of Denmark

By Emelie Krugly | Photos: B&B

Staying at a B&B on holiday is often a personal and relaxing experience. If you are thinking of visiting the south of Denmark, the choices here are endless, as there are no less than 144 varied options to choose from.

Funen is located in the central part of the country and is Denmark’s second largest island. The landscape is gently rolling with many orchards and living fences, linked to Zealand by the Great Belt Bridge and to Jutland by the Little Belt Bridge.

“This area is known as the ‘garden of Denmark’. People from here are known as friendly and relaxed,” says Jette Jensen, from the Nyborg Tourist Bureau and organiser of the B&B catalogue that has been published annually for 15 years.

All Bed & Breakfast accommodation is inspected and approved by the local tourist office, which ensures that all participating hosts agree to a series of minimum standards and facilities. Venues are to be found all over the county in the region of South Denmark – both in major towns, villages, in the countryside and the isles. You can choose between staying in old villas, modern family houses, idyllic

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houses, farms in the countryside, or even at one of the several manor houses.

“This area is known as the garden of Denmark.”

If you are more interested in living near the buzz of a city, then Nyborg, the gateway to Funen, is the place to be. Here you can enjoy live concerts, catch a performance at the oldest open-air stage in Denmark, sample the delights of woodland or visit the old royal castle, where a chapter in the history of Denmark was written.

prominent guests has been the Duke of Gloucester and his family, who were travelling incognito. The kind words in the guestbook showed that they had had an agreeable stay, enjoying their anonymity.

“Good humour, a warm atmosphere with clean pleasant rooms, good beds and a delicious breakfast are the characteristics of our B&B,” they say.

“Every year in spring time, when the sun is coming out and the birds are singing, we plant flowers in the garden. We are also getting new energy and passion for a new season, meeting new guests and old customers, who return year after year.”

Naboløs B&B Solveig and Johnny Kongsmark have run the Naboløs B&B in Nyborg for 20 years and see it as one of the best jobs in the world. Their first guest was a performer at a local fair; he stayed for three days and rented Solveig’s bike. One of their most

If you are interested in ordering the B&B catalogue for Funen and South Jutland visit: www.bb-syddanmark.dk

Top row (from left to right): Aerial photo of Middelfart, Terrace at Karslunde, Guest house at Middelfart; Bottom row (from left to right): Pool at Middelfart, Apartment at Karslunde, Pier at Middelfart

Middelfart & Karlslunde Strand: Personal, flexible and professional Resort & Conference Centres

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: KursusCentre.dk

Kursuscentre.dk consists of two resort and conference centres, Middelfart and Karlslunde Strand, that both emphasise the importance of tailor-made conference experiences and festive events as well as proximity to nature. The Middelfart centre is conveniently located in central Denmark, making it a perfect meeting point for people from different parts of the country. Karlslunde Strand, on the other hand, is only a 20 minute drive away from Copenhagen and is set by the sea.

Both Middelfart and Karlslunde recognise the conference sector as their main business, making up to 80% of their guests.

However, the centres also host a lot of family gatherings and parties throughout the year, and in the summer time, families are attracted to the surrounding nature and widely available holiday activities.

“We have great outdoor facilities, and you can experience the nature all year round,”

says Manager of Operations, Kari Brandsgård. “You can go hiking in the forests, or even sailing at Karlslunde Strand. You could also rent a mountain bike and go out with a guide a few hours before your meeting or conference starts. We want to be something more than just a typical conference centre.”

“We also specialise in events and parties with different kinds of themes, like Caribbean or James Bond. We provide all the decoration and special menus set according to the theme,” she continues. “We do it a bit differently for each event.”

Team building The accommodation at the centres is not your typical conference fare either, as guests are allocated into houses (Middelfart) and apartments (Karlslunde Strand) with shared living quarters. According to this concept, each living area consists of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a joint

kitchen and large living room. With two individuals sharing a house or apartment, group work can easily be done in the living room or out on the terrace.

“All accommodation comes with fully equipped kitchens, so you could split yourselves into groups and make dinner for each other,” says Brandsgård. “This is great for socialising and team building.”

The centres also include restaurants with breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets that will never leave you hungry. And most importantly, the down-to-earth yet highly professional staff at the centres is there to cater to all of your needs – no event or conference will ever be exactly the same, as everything is tailor-made to fit each specific guest.

For more information, please visit: www.kursuscentre.dk

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Entertain yourself and the whole family in Djursland

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Visit Djursland

Djursland, a peninsula located on the east coast of Jutland in Denmark, is a true haven for families with children, as there are multitudes of thrilling attractions available in close proximity to each other. One of Denmark’s largest amusement parks Djurs Sommerland will keep the whole family entertained for days, while the animal lovers have an abundance of different wildlife experiences in the area to choose from.

Djursland can offer you anything from boisterous adventures with the family to calm and relaxed nature explorations with your loved one, and anything in between really. Couples wanting to visit Århus, which is only a 45 minute drive away, can retreat afterwards to the vast natural landscapes of Djursland, while staying at the Kystvejen’s Hotel & Conference Cen-

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tre which houses one of the finest private art collections in Denmark.

“We have a National Park that was opened only a year ago. There are also beaches and a lot of nature at your disposal,” explains Flemming Rasmussen, General Manager of Visit Djursland. “The main attraction for entertainment is Djurs Sommerland, but we also have something for the grown-ups, including, for example, the glass museum (Glasmuseet Ebeltoft).”

For the little kid inside of you But if you truly want to let out the little kid inside of you, why not try out Denmark’s largest and fastest rollercoaster, the Pirate, at Djurs Sommerland. Or alternatively, you could visit one of the following wildlife attractions: Kattegat Centre, Denmark’s shark centre; Scandinavian

Wildlife Park, home to polar bears, wolves and reindeer; Randers Regnskov, a tropical zoo; or perhaps Ree Park - Ebeltoft Safari, which will transport you straight into the African, North American and Asian animal kingdoms.

In the summer time, you can camp out or rent a cosy holiday cottage, while exploring all the things that Djursland has to offer. And the possibilities seem almost endless. In addition, this year, Djurs Sommerland is hosting a special Halloween theme, which means that the park will be kept open until mid-October. So why not take the whole family for a ride on the Pirate?

For more information, please visit: www.visitdjursland.com

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The adventure begins where the bridge ends South West Zealand has everything a holidaying heart could desire.

By Stine Daugaard | Photos: VisitSydvestsjælland

The south west corner of Zealand offers a multitude of activities for visitors. “We have so much gathered in one municipality. Islands, arts, culture, castles, golf – everything,” says Mie Danielsen from VisitSydvestsjælland. The area has 186 kilometres of coastline dotted with splendid beaches and a total of seven harbours, which range from the larger bustling one facing the Great Belt to the small cosy one at Bisserup. “No matter what kind of holiday you want, we can cater for it here in south west Zealand,” Danielsen says.

Relaxing island hopping Those seeking the ultimate relaxation should jump on the ferry and visit the small islands of Agersø and Omø, where nature is beautiful and life is calm. Pitch a tent at the campground or book a stay at one of the small, intimate Bed & Breakfasts and enjoy exploring the little islands.

Here you can also find a vibrant craft society, where artists are producing beautiful pieces. Art is also very much alive on the mainland with a range of museums and local galleries to visit. For those wanting to shop, Slagelse is the place to go.

The city has a great selection of shops as well as cafés and restaurants for replenishing the energy after a day of shopping.

For more information, please visit: www.visitsydvestsjaelland.dk

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The Stavanger Region – everything within reach Text and photos: Region Stavanger

The 48 hour region The Stavanger region is the only place where you can experience everything within 48 hours. Culture, beaches, mountains, fjords, shopping, cuisine, night life and lifestyle – everything is within reach and easy access, as there are nonstop flights to Stavanger!

Fjordcruise – Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock Experience one of Norway’s most breath taking fjords. The cruise into the 42 km long Lysefjord is filled with memorable experiences such as the Pulpit Rock, the vagabond’s cave, waterfalls, goats, seals, steep mountainsides reaching heights of 1,100 metres, idyllic islands and majestic scenery. The glaciers formed the fjord landscape during the last Ice Age. In the fjord, you will find one of Norway’s most spectacular wonders, Preikestolen the Pulpit Rock. The rock formation is just over 604 metres above sea level.

Festivals all year round The Stavanger region hosts more than 40 festivals, large and small, each year. It is always sure to be lively, with great company and good food waiting for you. We can help you plan your outing, so you get the best of both worlds. For a list of up-

coming festivals and events, please visit our website: www.RegionStavanger.com.

The active region Stavanger is a region bursting with exciting outdoor activities. There is something for everyone to enjoy, including opportunities for golf, hiking, scuba diving, fjord rowing, rafting, fishing, cycling, surfing, and you could also go on a salmon safari or a helicopter tour.

Culinary experiences – a region full of excellent food In Stavanger you get to meet proud producers of tasty foods and chefs who offer sublime dining. With an excellent climate and professional expertise, we are the foremost region in Norway for food from both land and sea. Take a culinary tour and taste it yourself! Whether on a food festival, food safari or daytrip, we guarantee you will meet local producers of food and taste the best our region has to offer.

Enjoy fast food on the quay or a seven course dinner by a renowned chef.

Let your taste buds make new discoveries!

Find more information, please visit www.regionstavanger.com

GamlaVærket - Dining with history

By Dyveke Nilssen | Photos: GamlaVærket & Tom Haga

Since 1994 GamlaVærket Gjæstgiveri og Tracteringssted has been more than just a historic building. 200 years ago the old yellow brick house provided the country with brick and clay. Now it is a hotel and restaurant offering traditional local food made with carefully selected ingredients from nearby producers. Old meets new at GamlaVærket in Sandnes, and it is a place to satisfy all your senses - with a side dish of history.

symbol of Sandnes's greatness, was produced. It now has a relaxing and inviting atmosphere, with a distinctive vintage rustic feel. Since April GamlaVærket has been a part of De Historiske hotel & spisesteder, which offer hotels and restaurants with an extraordinary background and a one-of-a-kind look.

“The whole place has a history behind it, and we have tried to maintain as much as possible of the original design. It is the history that we are proud of,” says Restaurant Manager Teresa Godding.

“Our vision is to be a guesthouse that satisfies all the senses; the smell of fresh coffee and bread made in our very own bakery, candlelight in abundance, soft music, flowers, the old brickwork, the passion we feel about our role as hosts in creating an informal yet unique atmosphere,” explains Godding.

The building, that now houses a small and personal hotel with 28 rooms, a restaurant and a café, is conveniently located in central Sandnes, and was built in 1783. It is where the traditional clay cuckoo, a

The à la carte menu offers 5-10 dishes that change with the seasons, and in September the restaurant is also presenting an additional four course historic menu.

GamlaVærket is particularly known for its

fish soup with salmon, clams and marinated prawns.

“The main focus is on menus with traditional food and ingredients from the area surrounding Sandnes that complements the historic building. We are lucky to have a lot of great regional products that we try to make good use of in our food preparation,” says Godding.

“The combination of history and local food creates a unique culinary experience for our guests.”

For more information please visit www.gamlavaerket.no St. Olavs gate 38 4306 Sandnes Phone: 0047 51 68 51 70

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CHARLOTTENLUND – The idyllic summerhouse in the countryside

By Dyveke Nilssen | Photo: Charlottenlund

Charlottenlund in Stavanger used to be a summerhouse owned by a wealthy family. 18 years ago it was run-down and a ramshackle, but that was before Anne Grethe Rihm got her hands on it. She and her husband saw the potential in the historic villa, and transformed it into an elegant and charming restaurant, and Stavanger’s smallest hotel.

“This place has a soul,” was the first thing Rihm said when she saw the by then neglected house from 1828. It has served many purposes, first as a country house, from 1880 as a fashionable patisserie where famous Norwegian author Alexander Kielland was a frequent guest, and as a Sunday school.

“It had a unique atmosphere that I wanted to retain. I wanted to restore it to the orig-

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inal empire style it had around 1880, and bring it back to life,” she explains. With a careful hand she managed to capture the character with ornamental plaster ceiling roses, mirrors and draperies, and despite a fire in 1998, she succeeded in duplicating the distinguished style and look precisely.

different wines. “We want people to experience how it is to be in a house from a different era, and therefore the menu is built on the traditional old-time Nordic cuisine,” explains Rihm. “We serve food made with local ingredients, from scratch, using inherited ways of cooking.”

Bringing the past into the future

Charlottenlund is regularly used for meetings, conferences, weddings and other celebrations, all in the frame of the vintage villa by the idyllic lake Breiavatnet. It is a place bringing the past into the future, where you can eat in peaceful surroundings and enjoy the gorgeous view, just like in its prime.

On the first two floors she opened the restaurant, and, on the top floor, Stavanger’s smallest hotel. In 2003, Charlottenlund was invited to join De Historiske historic hotels & restaurants, a unique membership organisation containing many of Norway’s most charming hotels and restaurants.

The six-course menu changes with the seasons, and you can also chose from the à la Carte menu and between around 50

Find more information, please visit www.charlottenlund.no

RESTAURANT HALL TOLL

By Linnea Dunne | Photo: Restaurant Hall Toll

“Adle ska få,” goes a famous proverb in Stavanger, meaning that everyone will get something. At Restaurant Hall Toll, a giant multi-purpose restaurant and venue, that is certainly true. Here, you can enjoy some locally sourced seafood or a modern European meal, choose from over 800 wines, host a wedding or business conference, or simply enjoy a nice afternoon beverage on the terrace, while watching your kids play.

“Whether you are wearing a tie or a tee, runners or high heels, you are always welcome.”

It has been busy non-stop since Restaurant Hall Toll opened its doors in 2004.

During the week, the wireless network, huge conference spaces and flexible menus mean that businesses find it the

perfect spot for a few productive days, while the PlayStation set-ups, Lego and a beautifully located terrace create a relaxing family environment over the weekends. Add to that the freshest of ingredients and an endless stream of interesting characters, and you have got yourself a truly different dining experience.

“We’ve got everything,” says manager Knut-Espen Misje. “We’re a restaurant, a night club and a big bar. And it’s a very relaxed atmosphere.” And this wine connoisseur is not exaggerating. Having spent nine years as the Head of Wine Education at the Culinary Institute of Norway, shaping sommelier education, he sure sets the bar high.

The sheer size of the premises is one of its most fascinating aspects, according to Misje, and perhaps a prerequisite for the vast number of offerings. “It’s a big place.

The size of it, in a place like Stavanger, just makes it very special,” he says. And then, in addition to its modern, contemporary design, developed by the town’s architectural heroes, Brandsberg-Dahl, there is that relaxing, informal touch: whether you are wearing a tie or a tee, runners or high heels, you are always welcome. Adle ska få.

Not that it is not good enough for the most special of fine-dining occasions as well.

When the Queen of Norway celebrated her 70th birthday, the city of Stavanger invited Her Royal Highness and 220 guests for lunch at Hall Toll. Royal or common, business man or parent, wine connoisseur or club-goer - there is something for all tastes at Hall Toll.

Find more information, please visit www.hall-toll.no

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Restaurant Sjøhuset Skagen – respectful of Norwegian culinary traditions

By Emelie Krugly | Photos: Restaurant Sjøhuset Skagen

If you want to experience extraordinary cuisine whilst visiting Stavanger, and at the same time have an adventurous day in unique surroundings, restaurant Sjøhuset Skagen is the choice for you.

Housed in an old warehouse built around 1770 in Skagen quay by the sea, this restaurant opened back in 1978 and has a very authentic, traditional interior and atmosphere, filled with wooden beams, ship models, lobster traps, and other sea relics; even the smell of the sea lingers in the air. Back then, the area looked deserted with little going on nearby. Now transformed, there is an entirely new feel, with many varied restaurants and shops.

Ståle Mörch saw a business opportunity in this charming location 20 years ago and is very happy about his decisions.

“We are doing incredibly well even throughout the financial crisis and have

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fans from all over the world; our guests travel far to experience our famed cured salmon,” says Ståle Mörch.

The kitchen is respectful of Norwegian culinary traditions, but also widens its perspective to take on international influences: why not try their baked lime and chili-marinated halibut, or bacalao (salt cod), veal and baked fennel. All ingredients used are a mixture of fresh local and national produce. The restaurant is unique in the sense that it has no freezer and parts of the menu change from day to day.

“Working as a chef here is creative, inspiring and challenging all at once, and we are very much forward-thinking in the way we work. We collaborate with local producers and every morning we review the products and think, what can we create today? It’s a concept I have always dreamt of,” says Head Chef Robert Ottesen.

There are 8 different floor levels, with countless small rooms, niches, bays and balconies, all decorated with maritime objects such as model sailing ships and antiquated fishing tackle.

This magnificent Stavanger property used to belong to Mr. Ole Smith Plough who founded a trading company there in 1768.

They dealt with timber, salt, stockfish and herring. Mr. Plough built ships at his own shipyard and ran shipping contracts outside Europe. In the 1970s the warehouse was no longer used as such, and the house was renovated and became what it is today, one of Norway’s finest and most original restaurants.

For more information visit: www.sjohusetskagen.no

Scan Magazine | Travel Theme | Stavanger

Top right: Rooftop terrace perfect for relaxing; Bottom right: All hotel rooms are equipped with flat screen TVs

Comfort Hotel Square

By Emelie Krugly | Photos: Comfort Hotel Square

– A modern, young hotel in Stavanger Comfort Hotel Square opened in July 2010 and is Stavanger’s newest hotel.

Located downtown, it is near the buzz of shops, restaurants and nightlife, not to mention all the attractions Stavanger has to offer.

There are many things that make this hotel addition a little different to the rest: the beds, furniture, lighting and general design are of the highest Scandinavian standard in all the 194 rooms, spread over 6 floors.

“All rooms have free wireless internet access and are equipped with flat screen TVs with connectivity for an iPod, PC and Mac. We also offer free organic coffee to all guests,” says Siri Dalehaug, General Manager, who is proud to represent her new workplace. “We also have a rooftop terrace where our guests can relax and enjoy the views of Stavanger, and a gym

that has turned out to be very popular,” she adds.

6pm on Sundays and serves Norwegian classics with an international twist.

Integrated into the hotel’s unique interior spaces, you will encounter a series of striking images, introducing you to a world of riddles and allegory created by up-andcoming artist Ariel McMillion.

Comfort Hotel Square has received enthusiastic web reviews from guests, for instance: “New hotel, clean rooms and soft towels and a good bed- what more can you desire? Exciting decoration in the room and on the ground floor. Best young and modern hotel in Stavanger!” And they continue along the same lines: “A brand new hotel, with stylish interior. We really liked the breakfast, as it consisted of produce from local producers. The shower was one of the best hotel showers we´ve come across this summer.”

A complete breakfast is served from 6am till 10am, and if you are in a hurry a takeaway breakfast is available from 5am onwards.

“A late checkout at 6pm is available, so why not enjoy the nightlife and a lie-in on Sunday morning when breakfast is served until noon. We say that a Comfort weekend lasts a little longer,” says Siri Dalehaug.

The hotel restaurant “Food Story” is open until 10pm Monday to Saturday and until

A night’s stay at Comfort Hotel Square costs from NOK 780,- per room.

For more information visit: www.choicehotels.no

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Scan Magazine | Travel Theme | Stavanger

Rødne Fjord Cruise – Wild and wonderful all year round By: Emelie Krugly | Photos: Rødne Fjord Cruise

One of the world’s most beautiful adventures is to discover the dramatic and stunning landscapes of Norway’s fjords.

Stavanger is situated in the south-western corner of Norway by the Boknafjorden, which is one of the most spectacular fjords in the country.

L. Rødne & Sønner AS is one of Norway’s largest boating companies operating small, fast-paced vessels, and recently celebrated its 50th year in operation.

Their main operation since 1974 has been sightseeing tours on the Lysefjord, featuring the awe-inspiring Pulpit Rock. The fjords of Norway are declared to be the finest unspoiled travel destination in the world.

“We are a family business with long traditions and various cruises,” says Lars Rødne, who is a third generation Rødne.

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“The company was founded in 1956, and back then we offered the local transportation for school children.”

“It’s simply a breathtaking experience that you’ll never forget.”

The company has grown over the years and now runs public transport for Rogaland county, Hordaland county and ambulance boats for the larger regions on the West coast. They also see a large

amount of charter and tourist activity; millions of passengers have experienced the Rødne Fjord trips in the Lysefjord and on the rest of the West coast.

“We have 15 boats and13 of them are fast going vessels; this is something we carefully invest in as we take a considerate approach towards the unique environment we operate in,” says Rødne. “What we also consider to be important is that you get the same experience whether you decide to sit inside of the boat or choose to stay on deck.”

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A sightseeing tour takes 3 hours, featuring the Pulpit Rock with an impressive supporting cast of waterfalls, idyllic islands and magnificent scenery. On board, you will experience your sightseeing in comfort with a sun deck and kiosk. Guide talks are available in several languages.

Departures leave from Skagenkaien and cost 380 NRK (approximately £40).

In Stavanger, where the climate is typical for the Atlantic Ocean with mild winters and somewhat cooler summers than those found further south in the country, there is much to see and do.

“There are beaches in summer time and ski slopes in winter time or the possibility of going hiking,” says Rødne.

For instance, Sauda Ski Center is located approximately 5 kms from Saudasjøen and is one of the largest ski centres in the south-western part of Norway. It boasts 5 ski trails, which accommodate 5,200 skiers an hour. Or why not get on the football boat to the Viking Stadium to watch a local match? The 2010 season ends on 7 November.

L. Rødne & Sønner AS also offers a 2 hour express service ski boat to Sauda from Stavanger each Saturday and Sunday as long as there is snow.

Lars Rødne also wants to stress that a fjord cruise is something that you can do during every season, and each holds a different kind of magic.

“We are happy to tailor your fjord cruise for you and our main focus has always been on a personal approach. We have a passion for what we do, and it’s wonderful to meet people from all over the world who fall in love with our country,” he says.

“It’s simply a breathtaking experience that you’ll never forget.”

For more information visit: www.rodne.no

Scan Magazine | Travel Theme | Stavanger

Flor & Fjære – A small piece of paradise

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Flor & Fjære

On an island, located 20 minutes north east of Stavanger, lies a breath-taking oasis, a true Garden of Eden. Sør-Hidle, a once barren and wind-swept isle, is now home to an array of exotic plants as well as a cosy restaurant serving gourmet-standard food. Whether you are there for the food, flora, gardening advice or just to enjoy the gorgeous sea view, Flor & Fjære will surprise and delight you on all fronts.

When Åsmund Bryn originally bought the deserted farmstead on Sør-Hidle in 1965, he was actually looking for a summer cottage for his family. Managing the familyowned nursery back in Stavanger, he had an excellent grasp of gardening knowledge, but he probably did not imagine how much he would be able to do with his new land. He had no prior plans to make it into a garden, but one of the first things he

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did on the wind-swept island was to plant 3,000 pine trees to act as a wind barrier.

This would eventually become the main secret behind the success of the garden oasis.

“By 1987, there was a small forest on the property around the cottage,” says General Manager and Owner Siri Laerdal Bryn. “At the same time my father-in-law (Åsmund) decided to move onto the island because of health reasons. He lived there for a while in the peace and quiet, and eventually he became stronger and healthier again, as well as a bit bored. So he started cutting down some of the trees and working on a rock wall. He changed the landscape and planted flowers on the island, shaping it into a garden.”

An essential experience In 1995, Siri and her husband Olav opened

the garden and restaurant to guests. The mix of the beautiful garden and the internationally inspired menu made of local produce was a hit with visitors, who would recommend it to their friends – and the rest is pretty much history. Today, the experience includes a boat ride from Stavanger to Sør-Hidle, a warm welcome and inspiring garden tour as well as the warm buffet meal. So if you want to discover a paradise of palm, olive, grape, peach and apricot trees (and much more), while dining in relaxed, rustic elegance, Flor & Fjære is the perfect holiday treat for you.

For more information, please visit: www.florogfjare.no

Scan Magazine | Travel Theme | Stavanger

British International School of Stavanger

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: British International School of Stavanger

The British International School of Stavanger was established in 1977 to meet the needs of parents working in the developing North Sea oil industry. With a truly international student base, the school has been thriving for the past 30 years.

Our pupils wear school uniforms, for example,” explains Principal Anne Howells.

“The school is run on the basis of guidance that we receive from the UK. We are inspected by UK authorities like any other independent school in the UK. We adhere to the same standards and requirements.”

BISS was inspected earlier this year and received excellent and outstanding judgements in every area. The school has earned a very solid reputation, which is based on the high standard of education as well as the facilities that are both modern and engaging. The school also makes good use of the surrounding Norwegian natural area of forests and fjords.

The school is an independent non-profit making foundation, which channels all of its funds right back into its own facilities and education. BISS currently teaches 400 pupils from 30 different nationalities, ranging between the ages of 2 and 16.

The school has three departments – preschool, primary (British National Curriculum) and secondary (International Baccalaureate), delivering a curriculum which is designed to meet the needs of a very diverse group of children.

For more information, please visit: www.cobis.org.uk/accredited/britishinternational-school-of-stavanger.html www.biss.no

“We emphasise international-mindedness here, but the ethos is very much British.

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Scan Magazine | Special Feature | Tromsø

Tromsø Northern Lights Festival Text & Photos: Andrew Mellor

Mainland Europe doesn’t get much more extreme than Tromsø. That hits you before you’ve even arrived here – when you’re shopping for a new wardrobe of thermals and trying to locate the town in your Atlas. You’ll find it, eventually, towards the top of the page – perched on the top corner of Norway, just as the country begins its north-eastward curve towards Russia. Even on the map, it seems a world away from Oslo.

horizon. In June and July, it blazes in the sky twenty-four hours a day. To experience either is compelling and fascinating; it makes you acutely aware of your position, right on top of the world. To the uninitiated, it offers a far greater shock to the natural rhythm of life than any change in temperature, language or culture.

Tromsø’s location on the Gulf Stream actually makes it warmer than most towns on the same latitude. But don’t confuse ‘warmer’ with ‘warm’: temperatures hover around minus five in winter. Combined with wind chill and heavy snowfalls, you’ll feel pretty nippy here in January and February, even with the right clothing.

The most resonant change in Tromsø’s yearly cycle of light is the return of the sun, usually on or around 21 January. At first only its effects are visible. Then the blazing circle of light itself appears from behind the mountains. Its rays – as if confused by their temporary absence – tussle with the blue-white gleam of the snow to create intensely atmospheric light conditions which often last until mid-April.

Temperature, though, is manageable.

What lends this part of northern Norway an irresistible allure is its strange relationship with light. From the end of November to mid-January, there isn’t any: the sun remains completely below the

During this three month period Tromsø is most frequently visited by another, seemingly extra-terrestrial form of light: the Aurora Borealis or the Northern Lights. In actual fact, it’s the city that visits the Aurora: the planet’s rotation manoeuvres

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Tromsø into the Aurora zone at about 6pm each night, where it remains until midnight.

If you glimpse the Northern Lights while here, you’re lucky indeed. Not because they’re infrequent, but rather because the magnitude of the experience is enough to alter your view of the world. Seeing the Lights can only be likened to somehow ‘seeing’ music, so awesome is their scale, so beautiful and emotional their colours.

But the Lights are also unreliable. The trick for the tourist is to come to Tromsø not for the Lights, but for something else.

That way you won’t go home disappointed.

Besides, there’s much to do here. In late January and early February the Northern Lights Festival (Nordlysfestivalen) celebrates the end of the Polar Night season with an eclectic array of music and arts events; the city’s creativity seems to reach skywards, beckoning the Lights to come.

In 2010 the Nordlysfestivalen schedule included performances from the Mariinsky

Scan Magazine | Special Feature | Tromsø

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Ballet of St Petersburg – reportedly inducing a fair amount of jealousy in Oslo – alongside offerings from Norwegian artists Ranghild Hemsing, Petter Udland Johansen and Tine Thing Helseth to name just a few. A performance from the latter on the last night of this year’s festival – during one of the fiercest blizzards of the winter – was breathtaking in its gleaming finesse but offered up with a modest charm typical of this festival and this region. Later that night, the Tromsø Big Band kept temperatures high at the curtain-down party as an eternity of snow seemed to fall.

As a visitor you’ll feel welcome at all Nordlysfestivalen events. But it is, fascinatingly, a festival enjoyed primarily by local residents rather than visitors. You might think Tromsø’s 70,000 inhabitants had got used to their four annual months of irregular light. In reality, they have and they haven’t. They need mechanisms for dealing with their harsh winter, and the Nordlysfestivalen is one of them.

That’s part of what makes this town so special. Conditions are uncompromising, which is precisely why you cherish the everyday things: from warm, cosy bars to the mysterious alchemy of human companionship and musical performance. You

Five Tromsø Gems Porbua Pub, Sjogata 7 It’s easy to miss the street entrance, but this upstairs bar is famous throughout Norway for hosting the long-running TV comedy show Du skai hore mye. Full of old-school atmosphere and friendly strangers.

Aunegarden, Sjogarten 29 For lunch, head to this elegant hut-like bistro and try the fish soup made from the latest catch. There’s a tantalising menu full of simple, home-cooked fare and a wonderfully woody, warm feeling inside. Gorgeous.

Verdensteateret, Storgata 93b This is the place to be seen – whiling away an afternoon over warm coffees.

can get almost anything in Tromsø – from a degree at Europe’s northernmost university to a Whopper at Europe’s northernmost Burger King – but the feeling of being somewhere wholly extraordinary won’t leave you. Up on the top Mount of Storsteinen, just a short hop in the functional cable-car, you’ll look down on the

It’s also Europe’s oldest functioning cinema, and the loos are worth checking out too… Turns trendier as the day proceeds, with DJs spinning vinyl at night time.

Kulturhuset, Erling Bagsunds Plass 1 This is the venue for much of the Nordlysfestvalen and hosts live music and theatre throughout the year, too.

The atmospheric bar and café glows red in the evening; it’s enticing during the cold winter nights.

Mount Storsteinen This peak overlooks Tromsø, offering spectacular views across the town to the mountains opposite. The cable-car that climbs the mountain famously hosted the altercation scene from Erik Skjoldbaerg’s Tromsø-set film Insomnia.

glowing town of Tromsø and wonder how, in the depths of winter, it can contain so much energy and warmth.

For more information, please visit: www.nordlysfestivalen.no

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Scan Magazine | Special Feature | Tromsø

On the left: The magnetic steel ball called a “terrella”, creating Northern Lights; on the right: Sami exhibition

Spark a light! Hands-on Aurora at Tromsø University Museum

By: Emelie Krugly | Photos: Tromsø University Museum

Tromsø University Museum offers the unique opportunity for visitors to create their very own Northern Lights. In fact it is the only place in the world where you can see this phenomenon each day of the year, as the Northern Lights exhibition features an interactive plasma chamber.

Here hangs a magnetic steel ball called a “terrella”, the Little Earth. At the touch of a button, an electric current passes through the chamber and rings of Aurora light up around the terrella’s magnetic poles.

The University of Tromsø has a long tradition of research into the Northern Lights. Tromsø is one of the most geographically important spots for Aurora science today, cooperating with other institutions around the North Pole, in Canada, Finland and Japan.

“When living on the top of the planet Earth, you are just bound to get fascinated by the flickering and undulating lights that adorn

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the winter skies above you,” explains Per Helge Nylund, Exhibition Manager. “This has been the case for generations of Scandinavians, and many theories about how these lights occur have been around since the Viking era. Nearly a hundred years ago, the Norwegian professor Kristian Birkeland understood how the flow of charged particles from the Sun, called the solar wind, affected the Earth’s atmosphere and thus caused the Northern Lights, known to many as the Aurora borealis.”

Tromsø University Museum is also famous for its ethnographic work on the indigenous Sami people. Sami culture past and present is presented through several exhibitions and publications very popular among visitors. The permanent exhibition Sàpmi – Becoming a Nation tells the story of the cultural and political awakening among Sami in Norway during the postwar period, and their emergence as a separate and indigenous people despite internal cultural differences.

Tromsø was nicknamed “The Gateway to the Arctic” in the heyday of Arctic hunting.

Seal, whale and polar bears were traded through the port of Tromsø for over a hundred years from the mid-1800s. The story of Arctic hunting, trapping and Polar exploration is told in the Polar museum, a separate department of Tromsø University Museum – beautifully located in an old warehouse on the seafront near the city centre.

Founded in 1872, Tromsø University Museum is the oldest scientific institution in Northern Norway, holding comprehensive exhibitions on both the nature and culture of the North. Every year over 50,000 visitors come to the museum.

The entrance fee is currently NOK 30 (approx £3.50) per person, concessions half price.

For more information, visit http://uit.no/tmu

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9-10 October 2010

Olympia Conference Centre, London

All the best of brand Scandinavia for you to taste, test and buy!

The Scandinavia Show which is held on 9-10 October 2010 at Olympia Conference Centre, London is the only UK show dedicated exclusively to showcase the best of Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland.

The Scandinavia Show will be the UK’s single most important showcase for Nordic tourism, food, fashion and design this year.

Design

If you love the bright and airy Scandinavian design, then The Scandinavia Show will be a can’t-miss event.

Travel

Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland are some of the greatest travel destinations in the world.

And The Scandinavia Show will be the UK’s single most important showcase for Nordic tourism this year.

Fashion

The Scandinavia Show will be the place to go for those who want to experience the latest fashions in the leading Scandinavian designer clothes.

Food

All the most mouth-watering specialities from the Nordic culinary table will be handed out or sold at The Scandinavia Show.

For further information, tickets and to exhibit:

Call us on +44 (0)20 79 936 313 or visit www.scandinaviashow.co.uk

Scan Magazine | Hotel of the Month | Munkebjerg

Hotel of the Month, Denmark

Munkebjerg Hotel – Four-star luxury in Eastern Jutland

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Munkebjerg Hotel

Munkebjerg Hotel is a stylish and atmospheric family-owned establishment that can truly cater to your every whim and desire. Set 10km from Vejle and surrounded by a dense beech forest, Munkebjerg offers a perfect view over Vejle fjord, especially from the lavish rooms on the Tree-Top floor. The hotel boasts three restaurants, conference facilities, a wine cellar, casino, nightclub, and café as well as a fitness and relaxation area.

Munkebjerg Hotel was established in

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1967, built by the hands of its first proprietor, and ownership still lies with the same family. It started up with its very own bakery and butchery, making the overall concept unique with a definite hands-on approach. The hotel even has a person in charge of making their own flour. Sales Manager Thomas Guldbæk explains the thinking behind this: “Lots of our guests think we are very special, and they come here for the atmosphere.

We also smoke our own salmon, which is very special. We try to do everything our-

selves. We don’t just buy things; we make them. It’s our handiwork.”

Sleep, eat, work and relax in style The hotel comprises 158 rooms, including standard and luxury rooms as well as a bridal suite, all tastefully decorated with Danish design furniture. For a special dining experience, you can choose between three restaurants, namely the Panorama Restaurant, the Tree-Top Restaurant or the Jackpot Restaurant in the casino. The Tree-top Restaurant serves first-rate

gourmet Danish and French cuisine and has an open kitchen, as well as its own special wine cellar, which contains more than 600 different wines. The Panorama Restaurant, on the other hand, offers an awe-inspiring view over the forest and the fjord, and you can drop by for a sumptuous breakfast, lunch buffet or à la carte dinner.

Munkebjerg Hotel has also been classified as a modern five-star conference venue with high-quality technical equipment to cover all your needs. “We are mostly a conference centre. 75% of our customers are conference guests, while in the summertime we also get families on holiday from Sweden, Norway, Holland and Germany,” says Guldbæk. The conference facilities can accommodate anything from 2 to 700 people simultaneously, whether it is for an important business meeting or an extravagant New Year’s Eve bash.

For a little bit of fun and relaxation, why not try your luck at the hotel’s casino,

which is open every day from 7pm to 4am.

The casino hosts and hostesses will take excellent care of you throughout your evening. However, if gambling is not your favourite type of distraction, you can also always retreat to the hotel’s Fit & Relax area. Between 7am and 9.30pm, guests can benefit from a gym facility that consists of treadmills, cross trainers and exercise bikes. Other lavish luxuries include a refreshing counter-current pool, two Jacuzzis, a sauna, steam room and massage chairs. Even the beautiful design of the pool area is intended to create a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, where you can get lost in your own world. Your body, soul and mind will all feel rejuvenated after your stay at Munkebjerg Hotel.

Something for everyone to enjoy However, the different facilities for entertainment and relaxation do not end here either. There are also some activities and venues available for the tennis lovers, dancing queens and golf enthusiasts

amongst you. Guests are welcome to play on the onsite tennis court and putting green, and at the end of the day you should put on your dancing shoes and spend the rest of the night sipping on delicious cocktails and listening to some music at the EverGreen Nightclub.

And all of this is available under one roof in a unique and picturesque location, only a three hour drive away from Copenhagen.

So whether you are looking for a place to sleep, eat, work or relax in, Munkebjerg Hotel can accommodate all your needs in style and with a lot of distinctive character.

For more information, please visit: www.munkebjerg.dk Address: Munkebjerg Hotel Munkebjergvej 125 DK-7100 Vejle

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Scan Magazine | Hotel of the Month | Losby Gods

Hotel of the Month, Norway

Losby Gods – a journey into history and tradition

By Dyveke Nilssen | Photos: Losby Gods

Located only 20 minutes away from Oslo, Losby Gods is the perfect destination if you want to escape the busy capital. A short journey through green fields and acres leads to the hotel and conference centre in idyllic and peaceful surroundings. The 150-year-old manor house offers a journey into history and tradition, combined with two golf courses and an appetising restaurant. Here you can experience a range of different adventures, all in one place.

When Hotel Manager Heidi Elisabeth Fjellheim and her family first got their hands on the magnificent country house 25 years ago, it had been deserted for 40 years. What used to be a lively and vibrant place had become a sad memory from a

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greater time that no longer existed. The garden was overgrown, the paint was peeling, and it had been vandalised. Since its prime time during the 19th and 20th century, when it was visited by the wealthiest and most affluent people in Norway, the building had slowly been abandoned and was about to be demolished.

“Those who have taken a journey – have a story to tell.”

“We wished to bring it back to life, and we have spent a lot of time transforming and restoring the house to the way it used to be. Interior, wallpapers, the garden, the artworks, the furnishing: it has all been

recreated as faithfully as possible according to the way it used to be. It is not supposed to be a museum, but a place where history can continue to live and develop.

We have parties in the big ballrooms, under the same chandeliers used 100 years ago, and it feels like it is back to its prime years,” explains Fjellheim.

Outdoor activities and history The manor house has been expanded to almost 9,000 square metres, which contains 70 hotel rooms, a restaurant, a golf club and a shop, a bar, as well as sought after conference and banqueting halls.

The most remarkable feature of Losby Gods is the location. It is hard to believe that the stunning countryside scenery and relaxed atmosphere is so close to the ur-

Bottom row: in the middle: One of the frequent guests at Losby was King Haakon VII, who because of his great height had a special bed made for him. The room is still intact with the original interior.

ban capital. Surrounded by deep woods and a spectacular lake, hiking is among the popular activities. So is golf.

“Enclosing the house are two golf courses, which is very special for Norway.

There is one course with 18 holes and one with 9. They create a beautiful green frame around the picturesque environment,” says Fjellheim.

As well as outdoor activities, the guests are offered a great deal of history at Losby Gods. Tours around the house create a unique opportunity to experience how the aristocracy once lived. One of the frequent guests at Losby was King Haakon VII, who because of his great height had a special bed made. The room is still intact with the original interior and available for those who would like to sleep in a king’s bed. The Manager says they are very proud of the fascinating history, and are happy to tell it.

“The house was built in 1850, and was used as a mansion for the upper-class

for when they went hunting moose or discussed business. Two people moved in permanently in 1893, with a huge staff.

Our narrators tell about their life at the manor, and walk through the house to explain how they used the different rooms.”

Traditional Norwegian food In the restaurant, you will find a great selection of food and wine. The hotel also arranges wine and champagne tasting sessions in the wine cellar, and the waiting staff has a distinct eye for detail. The restaurant is divided between four grand living rooms.

“We try to use locally produced ingredients for our traditional Norwegian cuisine. It is important for us to take care of the handed-down ways of cooking and serving food, and we use a lot of berries, mushrooms and game.”

The hotel also offers enchanting rides with a horse and cart to a nearby destination, where you can be served. This is the

original form of travel at Losby. The culture and history that is apparent in every part of the experience has earned the hotel a good reputation, and a part in De Historiske - historic hotels & restaurants, a unique membership organisation containing many of Norway’s most charming hotels and restaurants.

“We are very proud of this, and we have also received the St Olav’s Rose, which is the hallmark of Norwegian Heritage, pointing out especially distinguished places in Norway. We hope our guests feel as if they have experienced something different here, and that they have something to tell their friends and family when they leave,” the Manager says, emphasising the old saying: “Those who have taken a journey – have a story to tell.”

For more information, please visit: www.losbygods.no

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Top picture: Sauna located at the waterfront of Rantapuisto; Bottom picture: The beach at Rantapuisto also includes a canoe centre

Hotel of the Month, Finland

Conference Hotels Meripuisto & Rantapuisto: Choose between modern and nature-inspired facilities

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Meripuisto & Rantapuisto

Conference Hotels Meripuisto (Seapark) and Rantapuisto (Beachpark), both located a 20 minute drive away from Helsinki, are part of the Finlandia Hotels chain, which for the last 20 years has been promoting distinctive and exceptional hotels all around Finland. The two establishments are quite different in their style and design, but both employ highly skilled customer service professionals, who can offer you a tailor-made, flexible and personal conference experience.

Conference Hotel Meripuisto Located in the Kivenlahti district of Espoo,

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Conference Hotel Meripuisto was originally built as an urban college, but the conference centre has already been up and running for the last ten years or so.

You would not really recognise it as the same building from its time as a college, as it went through a complete transformation and renovation process in 2007. A new set of conference rooms was also built, while some of the old ones got a new, more modern look. The lobby as well as the hotel’s two restaurants were redesigned. The old hotel rooms were demolished and replaced by 36 new twin rooms with a sea view. One of the newest

additions to the hotel’s facilities includes a sauna with a cosy cabinet room attached.

“Adjectives to describe Rantapuisto are naturecentred, unique and diverse.”

“Meripuisto’s new look is fresh and modern in a Scandinavian way,” says Managing Director Esko Paalasmaa. “The foyer includes a large, unique piece of art made out of ceramic tiles by designer Jukka

Top row: Twin room in Rantapuisto; Bottom row (from left to right): Room in Meripuisto, Meripuisto’s foyer with Jukka Rintala’s artwork, auditorium in Rantapuisto

Rintala, and his influence can also be seen and felt in the design of the hotel rooms.”

The conference venue at Meripuisto can accommodate up to 300 people, and the versatile premises can easily be transformed into the perfect venue for a small meeting, large congress, art exhibition or cocktail party. And the staff at Meripuisto are there through every step of the way to help you create the perfect setting for your meeting, conference, sauna evening or family celebration.

Conference Hotel Rantapuisto Conference Hotel Rantapuisto is an affiliate hotel of Conference Hotel Meripuisto and is located in the Vuosaari district of Helsinki. It has been up and running as a conference centre since 2006. The hotel is situated by the sea and offers lovely views over the surrounding nature and water.

The unique building from the 1970s is itself also a sight to see, as it was built and

designed using wood and a lot of other natural materials. Previously Rantapuisto had been known under the name of Unitas institute, and it was mainly used as a training centre for bank employees. Today the hotel organises everything from large international conferences to atmospheric sauna evenings.

“Adjectives to describe Rantapuisto are nature-centred, unique and diverse,” says Paalasmaa. “The hotel boasts three restaurants, and each one of these has a very distinctive ambience as well as plenty of space for parties and events. And in the sauna located on the waterfront, you can forget all about your hectic day, and then maybe even take a cool dip in the sea. The beach also includes the canoe centre Natura Viva. As a great addition to your conference schedule, our partner company 4Event can put together a programme of activities for you, as their wellness centre is located in proximity to Rantapuisto.”

Conference Hotel Rantapuisto offers 15 different types of conference facilities as well as 25 twin rooms and 45 single rooms for accommodation. The largest conference room is an auditorium with a gorgeous sea view that can easily contain up to 300 participants.

“In general our customers are very satisfied with the customer service and unique character of both Meripuisto and Rantapuisto. As a family business we can be very flexible when it comes to our customers’ needs, and this has significantly helped increase customer satisfaction.

We get a lot of positive feedback especially regarding our customer service and professionalism,” concludes Paalasmaa.

For more information, please visit: www.meripuisto.fi www.rantapuisto.fi www.finlandiahotels.fi

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Sous Chef Mari Eide Måkestad and waitress Aïda Leistad Thomassen in front of the restaurant.

Restaurant of the Month, Norway

Smauet – Food and wine for the unpretentious foodie Text and Photos: Dyveke Nilssen

Hidden in one of Bergen’s charming traditional back alleys, this one-of-a-kind, warm and inviting gem is just a stone’s throw away from the busy city centre.

Offering rustic modern fine dining and a selection of carefully chosen wines, the high-quality restaurant makes a point of not being snobbish and of being available to everyone who wants a unique food experience they cannot create at home.

Smauet has since 1997 been a part of Bergen’s finest restaurants scene. It is located on the ground floor of a type of white wooden house often associated with Bergen, and offers a traditional environ-

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ment with an international twist and excellent service. Restaurant manager Christian Stokke Mathisen explains how the team of talented waiting staff and chefs works:

“It is exciting to serve wines that originate from Bergen.”

“We don’t serve local courses, but we use ingredients and producers from the area when we know they are the best around; a lot of the time local is better than imported. We don’t limit ourselves to this though; the most important thing to us is quality, that’s who we are.”

Many farmers in Norway specialise in running their farms organically, which makes distinctive and outstanding products available to the restaurant. Among the local ingredients served at Smauet is cheese produced at a farm just outside of the city, and, instead of garlic, the locally grown herb ramsons, also known as wild garlic, is used. This sign of quality has earned Smauet a reputation as one of the best restaurants for fine dining in Bergen.

“Everything we serve is carefully chosen from a big selection, and therefore we know where it came from and what it is. We like to work with products that have a story behind them, it makes it more interesting.

For example, all the fish that we serve in the restaurant is caught along the coast of Bergen, and in most cases we can trace it all the way back to where it was caught and who caught it,” says Christian.

Every two to three weeks the six course menu changes, and while you can choose from the set menu of three to six courses, there is also a small à la carte menu to select from. It consists of conventional food used in a surprising way, with a rustic presentation. Four times a year the à la carte menu changes according to the season and the products available. A new autumn menu is presented in September. One of the restaurant’s main focuses is seafood, as Bergen is a city with great fishing traditions.

Christian is delighted with the new menu.

“Autumn is the most exciting time of the year in Norway, because of the availability of Norwegian ingredients that we can use in many different ways.”

He continues: “I always recommend guests to try the fish. We do fish well and eating

fish out can be a completely different experience to eating and preparing it at home.”

Just as important as the food is the wine.

During the year the restaurant organises a wine maker’s dinner. Earlier this year it was Katarina Mowinckel from Bergen who presented her five wines, produced at her vineyard in Bergerac, France. Smauet was the first restaurant to serve her wines.

“It is exciting to serve wines that originate from Bergen,” says Christian.

Smauet has a well-selected wine list, and the waiting staff is experienced in helping to select wine that complements the food.

Other local offers on the menus include the cider Gravenstein from Ulvik, which also comes as a refreshing alternative to non-alcoholic wine.

Inside the wooden house there is a cosy and relaxed atmosphere. It recently went through a minor face-lift, and the Moulin Rouge-inspired interior includes red velvet and dark furniture - but with a fresh

look to it. Smauet offers quality food, but without the pretentiousness sometimes associated with fine dining.

“Our aim is to make our food available to everyone, and not to be snobbish or pompous. The people who eat at Smauet are very food-aware. It is important for us to give them a food experience they can’t create at home. We are a great team who are all very passionate about offering this, and I think that makes the difference.”

End your meal with a nice cup of coffee or tea, or a drink in the bar Privaten on the first floor.

The prices range from 225 NOK for a single main course, to 645 NOK for six courses.

Book online at www.smauet.no Vaskerelvsmauet 1 5014 Bergen Phone: 0047 90 29 99 00

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Scan Magazine | Restaurant of the Month | Räkan

You can even get your prawns delivered to your table on a little remote-controlled boat.

Restaurant of the Month, Sweden

Restaurang Räkan serves prawns by the boatload Restaurang Räkan (Restaurant Prawn) has been a unique part of Göteborg’s restaurant culture since 1975. It was taken over by Romy Manuela Tranmarker in 1990, and while she added a few new touches to the establishment, the concept has stayed the same over the years: it is all about the best and freshest seafood that Göteborg has to offer.

As an extra little twist, the restaurant includes an “indoor sea” with sharks, cichlids, piranhas, eels and arowanas that can jump up in search of food. You can even get your prawns delivered to your table on a little remote-controlled boat.

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Restaurang Räkan

When Tranmarker took over the running of the restaurant, she knew that it was already popular with locals as well as tourists, and there was no need to change something that worked so well. All the ideas that today make up the whole concept of Räkan have been there from the very beginning. However, they started off by only serving prawns, and due to customer demand the restaurant soon had to

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expand their menu to include fish and other shellfish. Today, they also serve one meat dish, a filet of beef.

“It’s a very unusual restaurant in a way, as when you step in you somehow feel like you’re not in Sweden anymore.”

“Our menu includes salmon, halibut, shrimp, giant shrimp, shellfish, and a fish and shellfish casserole that contains the catch of the day. It is a hugely popular dish. We once tried taking it off the menu, but we had to put it back as people were so disappointed it was no longer there,” says Tranmarker. “We also serve a filet of beef, because we can get a group of 20 people where one person doesn’t eat fish.

On the left: Table by the “indoor sea” and walls covered in pieces of wood with greetings from previous guests

Sometimes we even get whole groups of people ordering the beef, as they might have started off with the prawns.”

Tranmarker goes on to tell a story about a customer, who had ordered the beef and wanted to speak to the waiter afterwards.

He was acting in a very serious manner, and the waiter thought he might complain about it, but instead, to everyone’s surprise, he exclaimed: “I can’t believe I have to come to a fish place to have a great meat dish!” A university in Florida also sent the restaurant a request for their sauce that goes with the filet. “Of course, we couldn’t reveal the recipe to them, but it is still quite amazing,” Tranmarker laughs.

tables. If you get seated right by the pool, you can get your generous portion of prawns served to you on a little fishing boat that you control yourself. However, watch out for the fish – they can be very mischievous.

Boat full of prawns – But watch out for the fish!

“The fish can jump out of the pool to eat out of your hand. We must warn you that they might jump up and try to bite you. On YouTube you can find a video of a girl, who insisted on giving them some shrimp and a fish caught her by the finger. She was quite shocked, but still laughing,” says Tranmarker. “There is always something happening here. The fish might try to steal your food, making your boat turn over and drop the prawns into the water. People get very excited and might start singing schnapps songs. It’s a really happy atmosphere in here.”

The restaurant is unique in many different ways, but something that you notice immediately when stepping into the nautically inspired main room is the pool set in the middle of it, surrounded by the dining

The quirkiness and cosiness of the restaurant is further enhanced by the anecdotes and greetings from previous guests written on small pieces of wood covering the

walls. They include messages from wellknown individuals such as Little Richard, Carlos Santana, Freddie Mercury and many more. This is a real sight to see.

“It’s a very unusual restaurant in a way, as when you step in you somehow feel like you’re not in Sweden anymore, despite the fact that we represent the West Coast of Sweden,” concludes Tranmarker.

For more information, please visit: www.rakan.se Address: Restaurang Räkan Lorensbergsgatan 16 400 15 Göteborg Sweden

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Scan Magazine | Restaurant of the Month | Carelia

Restaurant of the Month, Finland

Restaurant Carelia

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Restaurant Carelia

– An authentic brasserie for the wine connoisseur and wild herb lover new direction Restaurant Carelia has taken: “The restaurant has been looking for its culinary identity for the last 15 years accompanied by an extensive list of luxurious wines. About a year ago, we finally found our new direction. At the restaurant industry’s annual award ceremony in Finland, our change of course and the food’s quality were described as ‘phenomenal’.”

Only a few tram stops away from central Helsinki and situated opposite the Finnish National Opera, Restaurant Carelia is a true find for anyone mad about fine wines and French-style gourmet dining. Come and experience the only authentic brasserie in Finland.

Set in a venue that used to be a pharmacy from the 1920s to the 1990s, Restaurant Carelia projects a wonderfully atmospheric, relaxed and international feel to its patrons. In these unique surroundings, you can sip on a glass of fine wine, served to you by one of the best sommeliers in Finland, and scan the ever-evolving menu for surprising dishes, influenced by French-style cooking with local speciali-

ties and totally unique dishes, prepared with the freshest seasonal ingredients available. Wild herbs used in the restaurant are picked from the clean nature in Helsinki by the kitchen staff themselves.

Head Chef Sami Tallberg, who has eight years of solid cooking experience in London behind him, talks passionately about the

English wines As we look forward to an Indian summer this year, the English winemakers can expect ideal conditions for bringing in their fruit. With around 400 vineyards across the country, the popularity and quality of English wines is steadily increasing. Due to the country’s northerly location, cool climate grape varieties are grown to ensure they ripen fully in the ambiguous British weather. The still white wines are made from grapes such as the generously aromatic and fruity Ortega and Bacchus, whose elderflower aromas and dry style resemble the better-known Sauvignon Blanc. Red wines are made from a selection of lesser-known varieties like Dornfelder and Rondo which produce soft and fruity wines. Despite their lack of fame they have grown in production by over 300% in the past 10 years, perhaps an indicator of a warming climate. But it’s sparkling wines that are the jewel in England’s crown, some knocking the more famous wines of Champagne off their pedestal. Indeed, the country shares the same climate and geology as this

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For more information, please visit: www.carelia.info Address: Restaurant Carelia Mannerheimintie 56 00250 Helsinki Finland

By Ray O’Connor

Northern French wine region, with a Jurassic chalk belt running under the Channel as far west as the picturesque vineyards of Cornwall. This soil is an important ingredient for the two black grapes, Pinot Noir and Camel Valley Pinot Noir Rosé Brut 2008 Here is an example of the potential quality English wines can achieve. This wine from Cornwall was the winner of the Sparkling Rosé Trophy at an international wine competition this year, trumping its Gallic neighbours. Vibrant fruit flavours of redcurrants and raspberries with a dry finish.

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Pinot Meunier, and the more popular white grape Chardonnay which are blended together to produce the fresh and elegant sparkling wines.

Ray O’Connor runs tailored wine tastings for groups and individuals. For more information visit www.rayoconnorwine.com Nyetimber Classic Cuvée 2005 This West Sussex vineyard is a consistent performer, repeatedly turning out wine of elegance and finesse.

Produced in the same techniques as the leading Champagnes it’s hard to spot any differences in the wines. Beautiful aromas of brioche and almonds with a long and complex finish.

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Restaurant of the Month, Denmark

Thai with a twist Expect Thai food beyond the usual standards when visiting Ranee’s at Nørrebro in Copenhagen.

By Stine Daugaard | Photos: Ranee’s

Tucked away in a corner of the bustling Blaagaards Square on Nørrebro you will find probably the most original Thai restaurant in Copenhagen. The restaurant is small and cosy with about 50 seats and simple and unpretentious décor, and since Spring 2007 Ranee Udtumthisarn has been spoiling her guests with her delicious and innovative take on the classic Thai cuisine.

“My aim is to serve personal and different Thai food that you cannot find anywhere else,” she says with her warm smile that is an apparent trademark.

International inspiration She mixes her knowledge of classic Thai cooking with elements from other parts of Asia, like tempura from Japan and kimchee from Korea, as well as other inter-

national influences. “My boyfriend’s mother is French and I am very inspired by the way she cooks,” says Udtumthisarn.

If guests are spoiled for choice, she usually recommends starting with Miang Kam, a specialty from Northern Thailand where roasted coconut flakes, fresh chilli, fresh ginger, sundried shrimps, shallots, peanuts and lime all are wrapped in a shapu leaf. The combination is incredible, and as you eat the whole wrap in one bite it will give you an explosion of different tastes all at once. For the main course she recommends either Nam Thok, a spicy dish served with grilled lamb or beef or tuna, or her personal take on the classic red curry, Gaeng Dang.

Organic beer and wine list

the main courses ranging from 95,- to 165,- DKK. The drinks list is also worth a look: all, except the Thai beer Singha, are organic or biodynamic wines, beers and non-alcoholic beverages.

“I would even prefer to serve all organic food as well, but most of the Thai herbs and vegetables are not available as organic. I hope that will change in the future,” says Udtumthisarn.

Find more information at http://ranees.dk/ It is also advisable to book in advance: Tel. +45 3536 8505

Pricewise Ranee’s is very affordable, with

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Scan Magazine | Columns | Humour

IS IT JUST ME...

By Mette Lisby

Who has noticed a significant change in our general appearance in photos?

When visiting my parents, I usually retreat to one of my favorite activities: browsing through their photo albums. I love the sensation of opening up the album, knowing that inside is the past: my Mom at the beach, my Dad barbequing in the summerhouse. Uncles raising their glasses solemnly to the camera at the occasional party. That is the wildest thing happening in those photos: someone raises a glass.

When I came back home, I was hit by the sudden wave of homesickness, which made me rush to my Facebook account, to look at photos of my family and friends.

This was when it occurred to me.

Mankind has been going through a photo revolution. Nobody looks normal in photos anymore.

Apparently these days, when the camera comes out, everybody turns into a

Kids and dogs

Whilst British children are often packed off to school before they can even tie their own shoelaces, preferably to some mould-ridden pile in the country with limited visiting hours, the Brits feel very differently about their dogs. Children need discipline; Jack Russells are left to be Jack Russells. Often I have stepped into a pub just to have the landlady or landlord come flapping out from behind the bar, cooing and clutching a bowl of fresh wa-

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celebrity, preferably a Rapper/HipHop artist obligated to throw hand-signs and bring on heaps of attitude. You have to look mad, angry, wild or in other ways craaaazzzziiiieee because you, of course, are always in the middle of having the meanest party EVER. As the evening progresses it gets worse. The guys attempt even wilder looks, the girls look more and more provocative, pulling down their shirts or lifting up their skirts. Appropriate behavior, perhaps, if you were gate crashing a party at the Playboy Mansion, but somehow, it seems a tad forced, when the party in question takes place in a one bedroom flat in Balham.

I thought the fact you can erase photos would result in better pictures. Sadly, I was wrong.

By a strange twist of logic it encourages more bad photos because no one erases

photos anymore – they just take new ones.

This means that your average night in Balham easily amounts to 800 photos.

My heart goes out to future generations. They will not be able to cosy up with albums on a Sunday afternoon – it will take them years to get through Mom and Dad’s youth and childhood pictures.

Mette Lisby is Denmark’s leading female comedian. She invites you to laugh along with her monthly humour columns. Since her stand-up debut in 1992, Mette has hosted the Danish versions of “Have I Got News For You” and “Room 101”. Mette currently lives in London.

By Maria Smedstad

ter for my dog, whilst a sign on the door firmly bans children from entering the premises. British dogs aren’t usually expected to perform unrealistic tasks, such as not running away, not chasing the wildlife or not bouncing up on complete strangers in a fit of canine joy. Consequently, they are amongst the most socialised and easygoing mutts around.

The other day a woman in the park spent a long time apologising to me for her dog being overly amorous with the Labrador at my feet, before I managed to tell her that the dog wasn’t mine. She’d simply decided to walk alongside me and my own dog for a little while. On scanning our surroundings we spotted a man in the distance reading a paper, facing the opposite direction. At one point he causally glanced around, calling out a vaguely concerned ‘Daisy’ before returning to his paper. Daisy by this point had obviously moved on, joining a group of teenagers trying to enjoy a picnic under a tree. The

group was left holding their crisp bags and other goodies in the air to prevent them from being gobbled up. The woman next to me gave them a disapproving look and muttered something about yobs, as Daisy tucked into another stolen muffin, before running off on further adventures and to poop in the middle of the footpath as her owner still faced the opposite way.

Maria Smedstad moved to the UK from Sweden in 1994. She received a degree in Illustration in 2001, before settling in the capital as a freelance cartoonist, creating the autobiographical cartoon Em. She writes a column on the trials and tribulations of life as a Swede in the UK.

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“Made in Norway - Norwegian Architecture Today”

By Ingerid Helsing Almaas (ed.), Arkitektur N, The Norwegian Review of Architecture

This article, by Jonas Gahr Støre, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Norway, is the Foreword to this book Surely trends in architecture and design know no national borders. Today’s world is – more than anything else – characterised by a fine network of interconnected events and trends that affect each other across national borders. Therefore, today we talk about the meeting of different cultures, cultural exchanges and, not least, about the mutual dependence that ties together the nations of a globalised world, which may be greater now than ever before in human history.

In this situation, where decisions made in faraway places or in one of the many international cooperation bodies may have a bigger impact on our everyday life than decisions made at home, we might think that the role of the nation state has been weakened.

In fact, the opposite may well be true, and the field of architecture is a case in point. Despite the globalisation of the building industry during the last century, architecture – perhaps more than many other fields of human endeavour – has to respond to local conditions – such as the weather. Providing shelter for human activities is still the primary purpose of most of our buildings.

Architecture is, however, also a cultural response. Architecture is never based on a single truth; it is never a fixed answer to a given set of conditions. Design involves making choices, and in those choices our natural, social and economic resources are transformed into an expression of our culture, which offers new possibilities.

Buildings reflect the ideas, values and priorities of a society. Through our architecture, we demonstrate who we are, both as individuals and as a community.

Norwegian architecture’s response to the natural landscape is one of its distinctive characteristics. Norway is a coastal nation where the sea, fjords, mountains and forests are never far away, and our relationship to the untouched natural landscape continues to be an important feature of many of our building projects. It has been said that our buildings are close to nature, and subjected to powerful natural forces, but our best architecture provides a challenge or a contrast that allows for a deeper understanding of both nature and culture.

Norwegian architecture has attracted international attention during the last couple of decades. Norway has the potential to make an important contribution

to design and architecture, particularly in those areas where Norway is at the forefront internationally, such as social welfare, responsible management of natural resources and sustainable development.

Architecture is a globalised field where a single nation can produce something distinctive and unique that will be of value to the international community.

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Scan Business | Column | Annika Ă…man Goodwille

The vital importance of company values

By Annika Goodwille For some time we felt a need to identify Goodwille’s company values. Though we instinctively felt we were all heading the same way and shared similar ethics and corporate goals, actually pinning these values down seemed rather daunting. Yet the more we grew, the more we wanted to be sure we all had the same vision in common. In an ever-changing world I think the knowledge that values are shared gives us a vital sense of security, community and direction.

We sought assistance from an expert, Vanessa LindÊn, and decided to have a weekend away in the Bucks countryside. The result far exceeded my expectations. My biggest (unexpressed) worry had been that we might collectively come up with a set of values with which I could not personally agree! In hindsight a silly thought – why would anyone willingly work with people

whose values differed significantly from their own?

Values are the way we do things, the behaviour by which we are judged!

In trying to identify them everyone opened up with new approaches. What was equally rewarding was that new ideas for making Goodwille a better workplace were generated. One of the most important was the creation of focus groups run entirely by staff in which everyone is encouraged to participate on a rotating basis. Since their inception in April five important issues have been dealt with. This achievement truly typifies the values we identified over that successful weekend. We now regularly discuss how our values fit in with our work environment and how they influence our daily life.

I wonder what my family would say if we did a similar exercise at home and what impact it would have!

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Scan Business | Business Profile | SuperOffice

The UK team: (from left to right) Chris Massen, Martin Pavlas, Stein Ove Sektnan, Natasha Anne Oliver and Nita Odedra

SuperOffice – The smart way to do business

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Silje Glefjell

SuperOffice is a leading European provider of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software with 20 years of experience and 11,000 satisfied customers. With their headquarters located in Oslo, SuperOffice’s UK subsidiary has also been around for quite a while already, and is now concentrating on B2B companies in the 5 to 500 user segment.

SuperOffice is a company that has continued to do well throughout the financial crisis and its aftermath, and the Managing Director of the UK branch, Stein Ove Sektnan, describes it as “a really funky company with a serious product”.

SuperOffice works with customers from a lot of different industries; however, a ma-

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jority of them belong to the oil, gas, manufacturing and shipping segment. The CRM field can be highly competitive, but in their home base of Scandinavia, they are the market leaders.

fragmented market in Europe. That is a problem because normally you should stay away from such markets. Even the big companies have had to struggle to get a sizeable market share in the UK.”

“It’s very hard to find a small to medium-sized company in Scandinavia that does not know who SuperOffice is.”

However, SuperOffice has found the perfect selection of industries in oil, gas and manufacturing, as there are still plenty of potential customers to be found there.

They have also gained a very acute understanding of these business segments, making them the best and most costefficient choice for their customers.

“It’s very hard to find a small to mediumsized company in Scandinavia that does not know who SuperOffice is,” explains Sektnan. “The UK market, on the other hand, is totally different, as it is the most

“We are choosing some segments, where we want to be number one. For someone to say they’d want to be number one for all

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On the left: Managing Director of the UK branch, Stein Ove Sektnan, On the right: the UK team

trades in the UK, that would be impossible for any company to do, including SAP, which is the largest business software company in the world,” says Sektnan. “Right now we’re trying to grab as much market share as possible and grow as rapidly as we can. With a good and very professional team in place, we believe we can do this.”

SuperOffice helps you enjoy your work more According to Sektnan, the current SuperOffice UK team is among the best that they have ever had. The Scandinavian way as well as the SuperOffice way of running a business is both highly professional and enjoyable at the same time. The employees are part of an initiative called “Superland”, where they, for example, compete with each other in the “Superland Champions League”, and currently the UK team is in the lead.

Not only does the company want to make the time spent at work more enjoyable

and effective for its own employees, the SuperOffice software solutions are all about simplifying your work processes and making things run a lot smoother, whether you are working in sales, marketing, customer service or at a helpdesk.

“At the end of the day, when you sell software solutions, it isn’t just about putting a piece of software on a computer; it is something that helps our customers have a better day. And a better day could mean that you’re able to do more, or that you simply enjoy what you’re doing more,” says Sektnan. “We tend to think of ourselves as the designer software providers in the industry, and we have received awards for that. The usability and design of the software means that we get a lot of happy customers.”

than days. Their products are simple and easy to comprehend, yet very sophisticated and powerful at the same time. SuperOffice also offers a new online version of their CRM solution as well as offline and mobile options, but above all Sektnan wants to emphasise the usability of the whole product.

“Every CRM product out there has functions similar to our solution, but if it isn’t dead easy to use and the people don’t constantly work with it, then it’s not going to provide you with the knowledge that you need, and that is where we differ,” says Sektnan. “I think the big difference between SuperOffice and the others is its usability; it’s much more intuitive with its various functions. And we recommend keeping it simple.”

Keep it simple The SuperOffice solutions are known for being user-friendly, and anyone can learn to use them in a matter of hours, rather

For more information, please visit: www.superoffice.co.uk

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Scan Business | Business Profile | Stockholm Eye Clinic

Stockholm Eye Clinic – Sweden’s largest private eye clinic

By Nia Kajastie | Photos: Stockholms Ögonklinik

Stockholm Eye Clinic, Sweden’s largest private eye clinic, is celebrating its 20year jubilee next year, and the Chief Executive, Professor Bo Philipson, has been part of it from the very beginning. The Eye Clinic initially started off with just two doctors, Bo Philipson and Folke Jansson, and has since successfully expanded into a highly recognised and professional clinic with 18 eye specialists and 40 nurses and nurse’s aides.

Stockholm Eye Clinic covers almost all areas of eye surgery and treatment, which is very rare for a private eye clinic in Sweden. A large proportion of the patients, almost 50,000 consultations a year, only need an examination or help with minor problems, but the clinic also performs around 4,000 cataract surgeries, 1,000 eyelid operations and another 100 cases

of retinal surgery a year. On top of this, the clinic also specialises in lens implants and refractive surgery to help you see without glasses or contacts. They also employ a lot of OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography), which is a method of inspecting the different layers of the retina in order to identify pathological issues.

“We have a very high quality of doctors and personnel,” says Philipson. “We are

constantly educating them. They go to meetings and courses to learn about new trends and developments in our area. We work very hard to offer top-level service to our patients. We are friendly, professional, and we work according to high standards.”

For more information, please visit: www.stockholmsogonklinik.se

Scan Business | News | Chambers of Commerce

Danish-UK Chamber of Commerce event in the City. And on 1 November 2010, we would be pleased to see you at our Branding & Consumer Communication seminar, taking place at Radisson BLU Portman Hotel. For more information about the events, please go to our website.

After several years of political effort, and over a year of drafting and debate, the UK Parliament passed a new Bribery Act in April 2010 that revolutionises the UK’s approach to anticorruption enforcement and has the attention of lawyers, law enforcement and corporate executives throughout the world. The Bribery Act is modelled closely on the USA’s Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), but reaches beyond it in a number of notable respects.

On Tuesday, 12 October 2010, the Nordic Chambers of Commerce in the UK will hold a seminar at the London offices of McGuireWoods LLP to analyse the Bribery Act’s impact on Nordic commercial organisations located in, or doing business in, the UK. The speakers will be Patrick Gilfillan, a Senior Associate in McGuireWoods’s Anticorruption & Fraud Team, Toby Vick, Head of

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McGuireWoods’s White Collar Practice, and Sterl Greenhalgh, a Partner in Grant Thornton’s Forensic & Investigation Practice.

Please also have a look at our other interesting Joint Nordic events this autumn.

On 29 September 2010 we welcome Björn Wahlroos, Chairman of the Board of Sampo plc and Vice Chairman of the Board of Nordea Bank to a networking

29 September: Joint Nordic Event with Björn Wahlroos 30 September: Nordic Thursday Drinks, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel 6 October: DUCC Advisory Board Dinner, Residence of HE The Ambassador of Denmark 12 October: Joint Nordic Event Bribery & Corruption, McGuireWoods 28 October: Nordic Drinks, Radisson BLU Portman Hotel

Danish-UK Chamber of Commerce | Phone: +44 (0) 20 7259 6795 | Email: info@ducc.co.uk | www.ducc.co.uk

Norwegian-British Chamber of Commerce Make sure you clear some room in your diary for September as The NorwegianBritish Chamber of Commerce has got some really good events in the pipeline.

On September 8, there will be a joint Nordic London Stock Exchange Event which will focus on the very timely topic of “Europe and the Sovereign Debt Crisis”.

Prominent speakers at the event include the Minister of Economic and Business Affairs in Denmark and the Chief Executive Officers of three of the largest institutional investors in the Nordic Region. This event is not to be missed!

Also check out our Wednesday drinks in Aberdeen and our joint Nordic Thursday drinks in London. It is a great opportunity to develop your professional network albeit in a friendly and informal setting.

British Chamber and to sign up for the coming events. We look forward to seeing you!

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The Norwegian-British Chamber of Commerce also regularly arrange joint Nordic ‘Young Professionals` parties in order to give members yet another different arena to network .

Nordic YP Party at Mahiki in London 8 September: Joint Nordic London Stock Exchange: “Europe and the Sovereign Debt Crisis” 8 September: Aberdeen Wednesday Drinks at Thistle Caledonian 30 September: Nordic Thursday Drinks at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel in London

Visit our frequently updated web-page for more information about the Norwegian-

Norwegian-British Chamber of Commerce | Phone: +44 (0) 20 7930 0181 | Email: info@nbccuk.com | www.nbccuk.com

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Scan Business | News | Chambers of Commerce

Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK The Chamber seeks to promote AngloSwedish business by being active, inclusive, service-minded, modern and at the same time taking pride in being an established partner, being dedicated to its Members for over a century.

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1906 and has around 400 Member companies, including not only Swedish companies but also British and European companies interested in strengthening their existing ties with Sweden and the UK or expanding into new markets.

Its main role is to provide a forum for Members to exchange business ideas, experiences and, ultimately, products and services. This is achieved by the hosting of over sixty events annually, including everything from seminars to briefings, company visits and social events on a wide range of topics to produce something for everybody.

This autumn will be kick-started by the traditional Annual Crayfish Party, this year hosted at the Westminster Boating Base

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by the Thames. September also includes a Members’ Luncheon with Michael Treschow, Chairman of Ericsson, a football event at Fulham FC and many others events. The JCC (the young professionals) will also be hosting a crayfish event, followed by a series of after works and company visits. There will be plenty of networking opportunities to come.

Annual Crayfish Party Members’ Luncheon with Michael Trescow, Ericsson 11 September: The JCC & McGuireWoods Crayfish Party 1 October: JCC After Work at Boujis 3 December: Annual Christmas Luncheon at Banqueting House More events will be listed on www.scc.org.uk

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Finnish-British Chamber of Commerce waiting for! You will be able to keep up with our upcoming events and news, view the Member to Member benefits, converse with your fellow members and much more.

FBCC would like to welcome everybody back from holiday, and we hope that our full event schedule for the autumn will ease the post-holiday blues we all know too well! We had a very successful Nordic Drinks at the Sanctum Soho Hotel in July, and now we’re looking forward to the main events of September.

We’ll start with the Joint Nordic event “Europe and the Sovereign Debt Crisis” at the London Stock Exchange on 8 September.

The event will feature various key-note speakers, including Matti Vuoria, CEO and President of Finland’s biggest pension fund Varma. On 29 September we will, together with the other Nordic Chambers, give you the chance to come and listen to one of the most well-known Finnish financiers, Bjorn Wahlroos, currently the Chairman of the Board of Sampo plc and

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Vice Chairman of the Board of Nordea Bank AB, at our event in the City. We will also provide you with plenty of important networking time after “Nalle’s” speech.

We are very pleased to inform you that FBCC’s new website will be live on 1 September – a date we’ve all been anxiously

Joint Nordic YP party at Mahiki 8 September: Joint Nordic Event “Europe and the Sovereign Debt Crisis”, London Stock Exchange 29 September: Networking event in the City with Björn Wahlroos 30 September: Nordic Networking Drinks at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge 12 October: Corruption and Bribery seminar with McGuireWoods

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Olympic Swedish rower receives backing from Clas Ohlson

By Samantha Wong | Photo: studio@get-shot.co.uk

With seven stores in the UK along with a new one set to open in Birmingham at the end of 2010, both Clas Ohlson and Karonen look to take their next step in the UK.

Leading retail company Clas Ohlson, whose stores can be found in Sweden, Norway, Finland and China, has announced they will be supporting Olympic rower Lassi Karonen’s aim for a place at the 2012 Olympics in London.

With the backing of Clas Ohlson, Karonen will be working in Insjön, in the region of Dalarna, as an employee of the retail giant. The Uppsala-based athlete will be involved with staff training within the company as well as fitness activities. “I am very pleased with the cooperation with Clas Ohlson and to become a part of the company,” said Karonen.

“Since I was brought up here in the Dalarna region, it is particularly gratifying to receive support from a company that I know and like so well.”

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In July, Karonen successfully competed at the Henley Royal Regatta in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, and finished just three lengths short of taking the Men’s Open Diamond Challenge Sculls. While the 34 year old managed to take sixthplace in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, he is determined to beat this rank at the 2012 Olympics. Working with Per ‘Pliggen’ Andersson, his trainer, and Clas Ohlson along with a number of other sponsors, the Swedish rower feels he will be well prepared ahead of the Olympics. “I plan on giving 100 percent to my London Olympics challenge. I am also pleased to have secured a job where I can develop my professional skills in parallel with my sport.” www.clasohlson.co.uk & www.lassikaronen.se

By Yane Christensen | Photos: Dröm UK

The sauna is deeply rooted in the Scandinavian tradition (its origin is ascribed to the Finns) and its benefits have been widely enjoyed for over 2,000 years.

These benefits are vast and varied, but most importantly, using a sauna or a steam room relaxes the body and mind, making this ancient practice well suited to our often stressful modern lifestyles.

It leaves you with a general feeling of well-being, it cleanses your skin, it revives muscles after exercise and it temporarily relieves the symptoms of the common cold and many other ailments.

This relaxing and cleansing pastime has, for the majority of UK residents, been limited to the health spa or leisure centre. No longer!

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The Surrey based company Dröm UK (Dream UK) recently launched Tylö Impressions sauna and steam rooms in the UK. The Impression range is revolutionary in that it can be designed to fit practically any space. With models available from just 1.3sq metres, the Impressions range is suitable for even the most bijou London flat. The range offers traditional and/or steam saunas and steam showers, all of high quality

and made with responsibly sourced materials.

To coincide with this launch, Dröm UK has employed James Cartmell as Project Manager. His background as a product designer will further establish the bespoke nature of the products.

Now all UK residents can have a piece of Scandinavian tradition in their bathroom (birch twigs and icy plunge pool not included). www.dromuk.com

Scan Magazine | Culture | Stockholm Pride

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The Stockholm Gay Pride took place at the turn of last month. And Scan Magazine was there, loud and indeed proud!

By Karl Batterbee

In a place like Stockholm, capital city of one of the world’s most liberal and forward-thinking countries, one might wonder if a gay pride festival is still needed.

After all, aren’t gay people now more accepted and integrated into society than ever? Is it even an issue anymore in a place like Stockholm? Well that would be missing the point entirely. Because now, the Stockholm Pride festival is no longer just a vehicle for gay people to make their voices heard, it’s a full-on five day party to which everyone, straight or gay, is invited!

Stockholm Pride is now a family friendly celebration of the fun, camp, and ridiculous aspects of gay culture. It’s a license to be silly, a free ticket to start drinking at 11am, and an excuse to walk around the city dressed as a sailor for the day (I, personally, can vouch for all three of those!).

Everyone can take part, and most do. I spoke to families from outside of Stockholm who had come to the city that day especially to see the Pride Parade, and then later to go to the specially designated Pride Park, at Gärdet, just north of Djurgården. To them, they told me, it was a totally unique experience: an awesome vision of colour (mainly pink), a vibrant atmosphere of frivolity and an amazing soundtrack.

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Aside from the huge parade on the Saturday afternoon, Pride Park was the main hub of activity all week. It was set up like a mini village, with bars, restaurants, stalls and most importantly – dance floors. There were also two large stages for live music. And that’s where most of the entertainment took place.

Saturday night played host to current artists like Therese, Le Kid, Love Generation, and Rebound. Friday night was a special 90s themed event, with euro dance acts that were massive in that era, such as Vengaboys, Sash and Doctor Bombay. But the best event, and by now a famous and legendary staple in the Stockholm pride calendar, was Thursday night – schlager night!

The stage was like a conveyor belt of schlager stars, old and new. Anne-Lie Ryde hosted the first part of the evening and gave us a lineup that included Nanne Grönvall, Shirley Clamp, Christer Sjögren and Jill Johnson. It was headlined by a surprise appearance from Björn Skifs. And we’ve never seen a crowd go as wild as they did for every new song that he launched into. Well, by Swedish crowd standards anyway.

Photo: imagebank.sweden.se © Daniel Holking

The next half of schlager night was made up of more recent artists, like Elin Lanto, Hera Björk, Neo and Linda Pritchard. But there were two very special moments in particular. The first was when this year’s representative for Sweden at the Eurovision Song Contest, Anna Bergendahl,

made her appearance on the stage. Despite going down in the history as the only artist ever to have failed to put Sweden in the Eurovision final, she was given a massively warm welcome by the crowd. And when she finished her song and left the stage, the crowd chanted for more for a good three minutes before she returned to the stage totally overwhelmed and heartwarmed. And then later that night, the evening was finished off by the biggest surprise of all – the winner of this year’s Eurovision, Lena, came on and marked her first appearance in Sweden since her Eurovision win for Germany in May. The reception she got was huge, and like Anna, she appeared very touched afterwards.

But, of course, aside from the all-inclusive entertainment and the general fun and frolics of Stockholm Pride, there were still some important issues at the heart of it.

And the festival also gave lots of time to the matters that affect gay people and minorities within the gay community. One event that was particularly special was the Miss Transsexual Sweden contest. A competition like any other beauty pageant at which the winner gets the fabulous title and also wins a trip to Thailand, where she will compete in the Miss Transsexual World contest. All the traditional rounds were present and correct: the eveningwear round, the swimwear round and an interview segment. And the interval act was arguably the biggest pop star in Sweden this year, Eric Saade. It was a tremendously fun evening, but one which you got the feeling couldn’t have existed as recently as ten years ago. And for that, the question of whether or not the pride festival is still needed was duly answered! www.stockholmpride.org

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Scandinavian Music

By Karl Batterbee

After a season of summer pop jams, the world of Scandipop goes deeper and darker into dance music, as we head into September.

Sweden has long been regarded as one of the spiritual homes of house music, thanks to the large quota of the genre’s producers it exports. But it is currently experiencing something of a boom, even by its own standards, thanks to talent both old and new. The Swedish House Mafia outfit scored a top ten hit in the UK in August with ‘One’, and now Eric Prydz has returned with what is shaping up to be his biggest tune since ‘Pjanoo’ – the exhilarating ‘Niton’. It has already conquered Ibiza, and its natural progression is to

these shores. A future hit is on the cards, thanks to early support from BBC Radio 1, and a huge online buzz about it. And it is probably going to soundtrack most of your nights out for the next 6 months, should you be the clubbing-until-5am-type!

Young pretender to Eric’s throne is 20year-old Stockholmer Tim Berg. After scoring a huge club smash all over Europe this summer with an instrumental production of his own, he’s now set to be launched in the UK with a new version of said track. Fellow Swedish house music producer Axwell has put a vocal top line over the track and has turned it into a radio friendly dance anthem. ‘Bromance’ is a fully charged single of epic proportions and should end up being one of the

biggest club hits of the year in the UK, before 2010 is out.

And finally, current Queen of any scene Robyn is back with the second part of her ‘Body Talk’ album trilogy. Released on 6 September, it is the darker sister to its part one sibling. The beats are big, the melodies sparse and the basslines bold.

Lead single ‘Hang With Me’ is a touching moment of fragility for her though and is accompanied by one of the more upbeat backing tracks on her album. Fans are already holding it in the same regard as ‘With Every Heartbeat’ – and we all remember how much we loved that one! www.scandipop.co.uk

Scandinavian Books – Scandinavian Noir It might be the harsh climate or the legacy from the gloomy Vikings.

Whichever it is, Scandinavian writers have a particular skill in providing us with the darkest of crime fiction. To the greatest joy of all thriller lovers, three new cool cases have recently been translated and released in the UK. They are all prime examples of why Scandinavian crime fiction has achieved such immense popularity around the world.

Following in the footsteps of award winning Stieg Larsson and Henning Mankell, the Swedish novelist Johan Theorin is a true rising star on the crime scene.

The Darkest Room is his second book, a dark story about the young couple Joakim and Katrine Westin who

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move into a house with a troubled history.

Soon after settling in, tragedy strikes. Setting his tale on the Baltic island of Öland, Theorin does an excellent job in creating a complex murder mystery.

In Postcard Killers, bestselling author Liza Marklund, whose books are lauded by crime fiction lovers around the world, has teamed up with the American writer James Patterson.

The result of their collaboration is one of the most terrifying holiday thrillers ever written: a compelling hunt for a serial killer on a tour of Europe’s most gorgeous cities.

Norwegian writer Jo Nesbo is shaping up to be the next big name in Scandinavian crime fiction. In his fifth novel, The Snow-

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man, he proves why.

Once again, Nesbo’s hardcore inspector Harry Hole finds himself entangled in a creepy catand-mouse game with a serial killer who will drive him to the brink of insanity. The Snowman has been praised by the press and no wonder: this is a real page-turner.

The Darkest Room by Johan Theorin, published by Black Swan, paperback, £7.99 The Snowman by Jo Nesbo, published

by The Random House Group, paperback, £6.99 Postcard Killers by Liza Marklund and James Patterson, published by Century, paperback, £12.99

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Scandinavian Culture Calendar – Where to go, what to see? It’s all happening here!

Little Dragon (23 Sept.)

Swedish electronic music band Little Dragon will be performing at Koko in Camden this month. Koko, 1A Camden High Street, London, NW1 7JE. www.little-dragon.se

ÖÖ at Berwick Street (14–24 Sept.) ÖÖ ('night' in Estonian) is a pop-up gallery showcasing work by young creatives from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Estonia as part of the London Design Festival 2010. Curated/created by Estonian Merilyn Keskula, the project shows the work of fashion and product designers, photographers, film makers, illustrators and artists who all play with the dark and surreal aspects of Nordic aesthetics. 94 Berwick Street, Soho W1F 0QF at the former Vinyl Junkies store. www.londondesignfestival.com Isala at Cafe Oto (15 Sept.)

Finnish Isala will play music from her new album Keraaminen Pää (Ceramic Head).

Her electronic music is inflenced by shamanic traditions and traditional Finnish forest mystery. Tickets £10.00.

Cafe Oto, 22 Ashwin Street, Dalston, London E8. www.cafeoto.co.uk Oiva Toikka at the Vessel Gallery (16 Sept.–16 Oct.) Renowned Finnish glass designer Oiva Toikka's work will be exhibited at the Vessel Gallery in Notting Hill. Professor Toikka is world famous for his contribution to Finnish art glass over the past half century. Vessel Gallery, 114 Kensington Park Road, London W11 2PW. www.vesselgallery.com

Photo: Kalle Björklid

SEPTEMBER

Kimmo Pohjonen (21 Sept.)

Finnish accordion adventurer Kimmo Pohjonen will be performing at LSO St Luke's together with violinist Pekka Kuusisto. Pohjonen, with his mixture of electronic and acoustic sounds, has revolutionised accordion music.Tickets: £8 £22. LSO St Luke's, UBS and LSO Music Education Centre, 161 Old Street, London EC1V 9NG. www.kimmopohjonen.com Shout Out Louds (22 Sept.)

Swedish indie rock band Shout Out Louds will be playing at Relentless Garage this month. Tickets: £12. Relentless Garage, 20-22 Highbury Corner, London, N5 1RD. www.shoutoutlouds.com

Little Dragon. Photo: Seek

'Still life...' at MOT International (24 Sept.–9 Oct.) A collaboration between Norwegian artist Stian Ålandsvik and German Lutz-Rainer Müller (and a fortune teller) resulted in the 'Still life...' exhibition. In their work they are questioning collaboration in a metaphorical way as well as looking at the contrast between scientific medical engineering and the wisdom of a fortune teller. Mot International, 54 Regents Studios, 8 Andrews Road, London E8 4QN. www.motinternational.org

Anna Grevelius in Faust (18 Sept.)

Swedish mezzo-soprano Anna Grevelius will be playing Siebel in Faust at the English National Opera this autumn. London Coliseum, St. Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4ES. www.eno.org

Shout Out Louds. Photo: Christian Haag

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Southbank Centre, London SE1. www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Photo: Micke Grönberg

Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts the Philharmonia Orchestra (26 Sept.)

Richard Wagner's Tristan und Isolde will be performed at the Royal Festival Hall accompanied by Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Philharmonia Orchestra. The performance will run for five hours and include two intervals. Royal Festival Hall,

Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts the Philharmonia Orchestra (30 Sept.)

An evening of music at the Royal Festival Hall by Finnish composer Jean Sibelius and Johannes Brahms conducted by EsaPekka Salonen. Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London SE1. www.southbankcentre.co.uk

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