Anthony Norman

  Stockholm offers a smorgasbord of art and culture, from world-class museums and historically fascinating royal palaces to niche galleries and intimate artist houses. Nationalmuseum  showcases an impressive art collection spanning sculpture, painting and objects dating back to the 16th century. The imposing building, completed in 1866 and counting  the Royal Palace  as its neighbour, is a must-see in itself. Nevertheless, you’ll want to venture inside to view the newly restored interior, which took five years to complete and was unveiled in 2018. On a more intimate scale,  Hallwylska museet  (Hallwyl Museum) enjoys an equally central location in the former 19th century home of Count and Countess von Hallwyl. The museum is Countess Wilhelmina’s legacy, a testament to her extensive and slightly eccentric collection of art, furnishings, jewellery and more.  The extraordinary maritime  Vasa Museum  is one of Stockholm’s most popular attractions. Its crowning glory is the centuries-old shi

  PEOPLE are being warned about a group of men offering tree cutting services in Wantage . The men are allegedly going by the name “Oaklands Tree Care” and have been knocking on doors offering services.  However, in a post on Facebook group Wantage and Grove Community, residents have warned others that the service is a scam to “prey on the old and vulnerable”.  One resident commented: “I had a knock on my door yesterday saying they were cutting trees down for a neighbour and did I want mine done, I said no and the guy got a bit huffy.   “Then he walked off and noticed he was with someone else, they definitely looked a bit dodgy.”Another added: “They have lied and coerced their way in – do not allow this to happen to your family.”  SOURCE

 Happy children mean happy parents, and food plays a large part in this. From giant cinnamon buns to exciting street food, Gothenburg has a number of specialties that will tickle the taste buds of children and adults alike. 1. Food trucks on Magasinsgatan Traditional food is great, but the people of Gothenburg haven’t been slow to pick up on the latest trends and combine what they have to offer with their own larder. Street food from around the world can now be acquired in many locations throughout the city, and it’s all down to food trucks rolling around the streets offering tasty food from every corner of the globe. From Jamaican soul food to Mexican burritos, or Peruvian ceviche to herring prepared in the Swedish style – anything and everything is available. Not only do they serve excellent food, an added benefit is that the whole family can enjoy their favourite dish at an affordable price. But can we agree on ice-cream for dessert? Very good, and very Gothenburg. Or