Archive for September, 2009

Farmers’ market in Oslo

Monday, September 28th, 2009
Farmers’ market in Oslo

Now it is season for Farmers’ market in Oslo. Last weekend a big fair was taking place at the Karl Johan. In October you will find new fairs in Vibes gate and in Birkelunden. More info here. »

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A toast to classical music

Thursday, September 24th, 2009
A toast to classical music

Some people are unstoppable when something have gotten into their heads. Aksel Kolstad are one of them; he has worked for years to establish a permanent restaurant concert scene for classical music in Oslo. At Cafe de Concert you can enjoy classical music every night at 20.00, and the repertoire covers the lot. Dinner and smaller... »

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”Informal” meets ”gourmet” in Oslo

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009

Ooooh, it’s gonna cost you! But if you can afford it, you won’t regret your meal at the Palace Grill just below Solli plass. The concept is like ”informal” meets ”gourmet” – and these ambitions are both fulfilled – hopefully to your pleasure. To start with: You can’t book a table. You will have to... »

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Thank you, Sweden!

Monday, September 21st, 2009

Tourists in Oslo may think: Oh, the Norwegian waiters – they are so friendly! Well, they would probably be Swedish (if they are friendly). Service isn’t in the genes of Norwegians, and young Norwegians tend to go for other opportunities. Lucky then, that many young Swedes, having trouble finding work back home, come to Oslo... »

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Oslo’s secret of bread

Sunday, September 20th, 2009
Oslo’s secret of bread

To be honest, tourists haven’t come rushing to Norway for the bread. Norwegians turned their back to old fashioned bakeries many years ago, preferring to buy their bread in industrialized grocery stores on-the-run from work to home. Lately, we have seen a few signs of recovery for the very idea of a bakery. You can... »

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Opera at the Underwater Pub

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009
Opera at the Underwater Pub

You’re a fan of dramatic opera arias, but you can’t stand the stiff atmosphere among the public? In Oslo you can have your beer as you listen to a great soprano voice. At the Underwater Pub, professional singers is on stage every Tuesday and Thursday. The entrance is free, but you are of course expected... »

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Culture night Friday!

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

If you are so lucky to be in Oslo on Friday 18th, don’t hesitate to join in with the crowd for the Culture Night, an annual festival comprising theatres, galleries, libraries, music pubs and street art. Even the ministry of culture opens up its doors for guests. The general idea is that all kinds of... »

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Fancy a glass of wine?

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009

A good wine bar is hard to come by in Oslo, but you will find one at Grunerløkka, which for some years have stood out as the hippest area of the city. Dr. Kneipp is the corner affiliate of the more prominent restaurant Markveien Mat & Vinhus, reknown for good service and sublimation of... »

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What’s on in Oslo

November 5. Gilberto Gil, Rockefeller
November 22. Deep Purple, Oslo Spektrum
December 21.: Eddie Izzard, Oslo Spektrum