Saltsjöbaden gets a new fine dining restaurant
Saltsjöbaden gets a new fine dining restaurant
Opening of Villa Skärtofta in 2024
This year Vår Gård celebrates 100 years as a hotel and conference destination in Saltsjöbaden. The anniversary year began in February with a grand opening of Villa Skärtofta , John Bernström's old private residence and the Cooperative Federation's student accommodation is now being transformed into a fine dining restaurant with Italian influences. A project that has grown since the dream was brought to life in the spring of 2021.
This year Vår Gård celebrates 100 years as a hotel and conference destination in Saltsjöbaden. The anniversary year began in February with a grand opening of Villa Skärtofta , John Bernström's old private residence and the Cooperative Federation's student accommodation is now being transformed into a fine dining restaurant with Italian influences. A project that has grown since the dream was brought to life in the spring of 2021.
A vision becomes reality
It was in the spring of 2021 that the dream of a fine dining restaurant in Saltsjöbaden was brought to life. Liam Ginnane, now F&B Manager at Vår Gård , saw the potential in Villa Skärtofta – a private residence with pinnacles and towers, 20 minutes from Stockholm City and in the middle of the archipelago.
During the fall of 2023, Villa Skärtofta undergone an intensive transformation. Until the turn of the year, an experimental phase took place where guests could test parts of the menu and the restaurant concept. It was also an important period for kitchen and crockery to be integrated and to be able to deliver a world-class experience.
Picture below: Team Villa Skärtofta with CEO Kadi Upmark in the middle
High ambitions with fine dining and an interior that seduces
Villa Skärtofta has high ambitions in terms of menu, service and interior design concept. Vår Gård , is responsible for the gastronomic experience . A new international chef is hired to create an extraordinary taste experience. Under the leadership of head chef John Bråsth, chefs have been recruited from Italy and together with Vår Gård 's sommelier, they have created a set menu with perfectly matched drinks.
Every detail has been refined to give our guests an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
John Bråsth, has lived and worked in Italy for 11 years, which has given him extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine and a solid insight into the gastronomic differences that separate the various provinces. The flavors are expected to consist of a mix between Swedish and Italian cuisine, through locally produced ingredients according to the season. Brand expert Elin Lervik was also hired to create an inviting and contemporary atmosphere.
The beautiful building, which was built as early as 1897 with a beautiful interior of wooden panels, columns and ceiling paintings, was given new life in the autumn through a tasteful addition of modern art and design. The aim was to create a high comfort factor where homeliness meets historic elegance. An overall experience to attract both local and visiting visitors who appreciate fine dining and culture at a high level.. Image below: The living room adjacent to the restaurant