Oslo

For a longtime Norway's capital Oslo was bottom of the league in Scandinavia even having Edvard Munch the only Nordic painter. That has changed nowadays; with an incredible speed the cultural and architectonic scenery changes; there are more than 50 museums, the Nobel Peace Centre and the new Opera House which is already Oslo's most-visited tourist attraction. On top they get ready for the 2011 World Ski Championships. Norway's capital has an international flair and hosts a new fine dinig scene with six Michelin starred eateries and delicious fish restaurants overlooking the Fjord. Oslo`s diversity is evident in its various neighbourhoods each of which has its unique appeal: Big city flair around Karl Johans Gate and Aker Brygge; elegance in the Frogner district; hip and edgy in the area around Youngstorget and "seen and be seen" in Bogstadveien. Enjoy Oslo with its incredible friendly, proud and sincere inhabitants.

Gourmet Restaurants

The definite guide for food lovers and those who want to become one!

BAGATELLE

Oslo's long-time favourite restaurant "Bagatelle" with his culinary master Eyvind Hellström and its modern and light cuisine let you concentrate on its braised dishes like the wonderful seafood; meatlovers will love "the saddle of reindeer graced with fresh pears and tangy pepper sauce", "the slow cooked veal" or "the herbroasted norwegian lamb"

STATHOLDERGAARDEN

"Statholdergaarden" is one of Oslo's and Norway's best restaurants run by Annette and Bent Stiansen; the restaurant is located in the historical part of Oslo - the building dates back to 1640; chef Bent Stiansen is a master of the Norwegian nouvelle cuisine; the menu changes frequently according to the season; each day master Stiansen and chef Torbjorn create a six-course gourmet menu full of surprises; they will pamper you with "fried arctic char", "roasted rack of lamb with a fresh sage sauce", "platters of french cheeses" and "delectable cloudberries"