Stockholm, also known as the “beauty on water” or “Venice of the north”, is the epitome of Swedish culture. The capital is not only pleasant to the eye, but also represents all the values shared by its inhabitants. Lagom is the word they use to describe that attitude. It’s one of those words that everyone knows the meaning of, but can’t explain to foreigners, like the Norwegian hygge. Lagom more or less means: “just about right”, “there’s virtue in moderation”, “not trying too hard”. People are happy with what they got, they don’t want for too much. That philosophy has its impact on all aspects of Swedish life; there is no corporate rat race and people are content with a humble life. It is reflected in the so called “Nordic Food Revolution”, a movement that ...
