Stockholm’s ice cream scene has blossomed into a playground of creativity and quality, where passionate artisans craft everything from silky gelato to inventive soft-serve and customizable paletas. While the city center boasts standout parlors, the suburbs also hide gems like Gelato Scarfo in Bromma and Kenny’s Gelato in Nacka. Here are five of the best ice cream destinations to savor this summer.
Snö Gelateria and Caffetteria
For over a decade, Snö has been a local favorite, drawing queues that speak to its enduring quality. Their gelato is made fresh daily from natural, high-grade ingredients, developed by gelato experts Cinzia Lemme and Kenneth Erlandsson, a two-time Swedish gelato champion. Standout flavors include their signature milk chocolate, dulce de leche, and pecan gelato, alongside a refreshing peach sorbet crafted from sun-ripened Italian peaches. Located next to Vasaparken, it’s the perfect spot for a creamy indulgence in a green oasis. Snö also serves in Kvarnholmen, Täby, and Hornstull.
Francis & Francis
Specializing in soft serve, Francis & Francis offers rich, complex flavors often inspired by Asian tastes. The coconut and orange ice cream topped with guava sorbet is a must-try, delivering a perfect balance of creamy and light textures. Their menu varies seasonally and always includes organic milk and cream options, along with plant-based choices. Currently in Södermalm, the parlor’s new permanent location is forthcoming.
Crème
Run by the team behind the bakery Svedjan, Crème is known for its imaginative soft serve flavors like mango sticky rice and Mexican tajín spice, alongside classics like raspberry and matcha. Their strawberry/mango and vanilla soft serve topped with pistachios is a crowd-pleaser, with dairy sourced from award-winning Svedjan Ost in Västerbotten, ensuring every bite bursts with quality.
Aryam
Founder Hosanna Amanuel, an acclaimed pastry chef, ensures Aryam offers premium gelato and sorbet made fresh daily from organic ingredients. The intense dark chocolate gelato stands out for its balance and depth, and seasonal flavors like Swedish rhubarb are not to be missed. Situated near Slussen in Södermalm, Aryam is ideal for a luxurious ice cream break in the heart of the city.
Le Pop
If you prefer frozen treats on a stick, Le Pop’s handcrafted paletas are perfect. With creamy and sorbet-based options, plus a build-your-own popsicle feature with chocolate dips and toppings, it’s a playful experience with something for everyone, including vegan choices. Try their watermelon-lime sorbet dipped in Belgian chocolate or dulce de leche with pistachios. Originally a pop-up, Le Pop now has a permanent spot in Ringens Centrum and a location in Askersund.
For those interested in the latest trends in the ice cream industry, these parlors reflect both artisanal excellence and innovative flavors, making Stockholm a must-visit destination for ice cream lovers and a promising market for ice cream franchise opportunities.
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