We have been away an a 48hr whirlwind trip to Oslo to do some research; specifically on the food available in cafes in Norway’s capital and also the style and décor.

We visited some fantastic places including Åpent Bakeri and United Bakeries – both incredibly stylish and serving delicious treats.  Design inspiration is everywhere, you can’t help but appreciate the beauty of pretty much everything around you, I think Scandinavians love design more than any other race.

Åpent Bakeri @ Åsengata 42

Haven of calm: United Bakeries - Frognerveien 58

Fantastic baked goods: United Bakeries - Frognerveien 58

The slightly perturbed child is the ‘Sinnataggen’ or ‘Little Angry Boy’ – one of the most famous statues in the 80 acre Vigeland Sculpture Park.

‘Little Angry Boy’ - Vigeland Sculpture Park