I'm not sure if I've mentioned about my love for bakeries before. My husband can't seem to understand the obsession, but there's something about the aroma of freshly baked bread! Makes you want to dump your diet for a hot cuppa latte and fresh, soft, baked goodies. United Bakeries has this magical affect on me. My visit to Oslo is almost incomplete without a quick cup of coffee from here. For one, the atmosphere at this place is infectiously happy. It's the kind of place that can brighten you...

This has by far been my favorite discovery of Oslo. Tucked away at the basement on Karl Johann, this little boutique is easy to miss. A few steps down into Søstrene Grene transports you to a world away from the hustle and bustle of Karl Johann. And oh the goodies it has! Introduced in Denmark by sisters Anna and Clara Grene, the store now has over 26 franchises all over Scandanavia.
Søstrene Grene is the kind of store which you can enter without any preconcieved list of products to buy. The ...

LUSH has finally arrived in Norway and we girls have all the reason to rejoice. This U.K based brand has over 580 stores worldwide and is fast making its presence felt in Scandanavia. LUSH hand-makes the youngest, freshest and most delicious looking products. Delicious you ask? YES YES YES!!
Products made out of fresh fruit, vegetables and the finest essential oils. Ballistics and bars that are individually hand moulded, soaps that are hand cut, fruit which is freshly juiced, chocolate in it's...