Ofvandahls

It still occupies the original suite of rooms in a (now) listed 19th century building at the intersection of Sysslomansgatan and Sankt Olofsgatan, in the historical Fjärdingen inner city district.

[1] Linnébakelsen, a turquoise medallion with Carl von Linné's profile in marzipan, is one of the confectionery's most famous creations.

He was an amateur poet and poetry enthusiast much beloved by students of neighbouring Uppsala University for his whimsical poems.

Many local writers such as Hjalmar Bergman, Gustaf Fröding and Karin Boye have been regulars at the café, as well as the artist-prince Eugen, Duke of Närke.

It also features in the lyrics of local songwriters Owe Thörnqvist (Ett litet rött paket) and Ulf Peder Olrog (På Ofvandahls konditori).