Finding Helsinki’s Best Salmon Soup: A CityNomix Review of Restaurant Kappeli in Esplanadi Park

The magnificent front entrance of Restaurant Kappeli in Helsinki under a clear blue sky on a sunny day. It's a building with classical, theater-like decorations, with green trees planted on both sides of the entrance.

A Theatrical Encounter in the Heart of Helsinki: Discovering Kappeli The Nordic summer sun cast a brilliant, life-affirming glow over Helsinki. It was a perfect July afternoon, and the city buzzed with a gentle energy. Esplanadi Park, the city’s verdant central artery, was particularly alive. Locals and travelers alike were sprawled on the lush grass, Continue reading “Finding Helsinki’s Best Salmon Soup: A CityNomix Review of Restaurant Kappeli in Esplanadi Park”

An Unforgettable Taste of Helsinki: My Experience with the Cafe Aalto Bilberry Tart

The spacious interior of Cafe Aalto, located inside the Academic Bookstore. The cafe's name is displayed in golden letters on a marble wall, and numerous brass pendant lights hang from the ceiling. Black chairs and tables are arranged, with a few customers relaxing.

Savoring the Unforgettable Cafe Aalto Bilberry Tart, Embraced by Light and Literature Leaving the bustle of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport behind, I glided into the city center in an Uber. After checking into the St. George Hotel, my base for this journey, I noticed the light outside was still as bright as midday. The clock read 6:30 Continue reading “An Unforgettable Taste of Helsinki: My Experience with the Cafe Aalto Bilberry Tart”