RECEPTION CATERING IN PRACTICE
EQT ARCHIPELAGO CRUISE
Chez STHLM arranged a corporate yacht reception for EQT in Stockholm, combining Swedish canapés, yacht arrangements and a champagne tasting led by Hatt et Sönner. The reception accompanied a transfer from Strandvägen to the visiting executives’ hotel, with Chez STHLM coordinating the catering, tasting and yacht departure.
THE BRIEF
A Swedish welcome on the water
The brief came directly from the executive assistant supporting EQT’s senior management team. Visiting international colleagues needed to return to their hotel and wanted to experience Stockholm’s archipelago along the way. Chez STHLM proposed a two-hour yacht journey, bringing together a guided route, Swedish canapés and an onboard champagne tasting.
We selected a vessel suited to the group’s size and the character of the occasion, and coordinated the canapé menu with the champagne guide. As the captain introduced waterfront landmarks and islands along the route, guests could enjoy a considered introduction to Scandinavian flavours. We also liaised directly with the hotel team to ensure a personal welcome at the dock on arrival.
SERVICE
Reception Catering
CUISINE
Scandinavian seasonal
SERVICE ELEMENTS
Swedish canapés, yacht arrangements, champagne tasting coordination
ENVIRONMENT
A relaxed and social evening with exceptional food and drinks
YACHT TRANSPORTATION
Chez STHLM arranged a two-hour yacht journey from Strandvägen through Stockholm’s archipelago to the guests’ hotel. Working directly with EQT’s executive assistant, we selected the vessel for its size and styling, ensuring it suited the group and the character of the occasion.
The route offered a different perspective on Stockholm, taking in waterfront landmarks before continuing among the islands of the archipelago. Along the way, the captain acted as a guide, introducing monuments and points of interest. We coordinated directly with the hotel team so the guests were personally welcomed at the hotel’s dock, bringing the journey to a considered close.
FOOD PROGRAM
Our chefs designed a canapé menu with a distinctly Scandinavian character, introducing EQT’s international guests to Nordic flavours and produce. Cured venison, Skagen röra, gravlax and beetroot formed the selection. Before the event, we coordinated with the champagne guide to plan canapés that would complement the wines presented during the tasting and showcase Scandinavian ingredients.
Presented on serving trays selected for the occasion and delivered shortly before departure, the canapés were ready for guests to enjoy during the journey through Stockholm’s archipelago.
BEVERAGE PROGRAM
Chez STHLM arranged a guided champagne tasting led by a representative of Hatt et Sönner, giving EQT’s international guests an opportunity to explore the house’s champagnes during their yacht journey through Stockholm’s archipelago.
Before departure, we coordinated with the tasting guide to pair the champagne selection with our Scandinavian canapés. This preparation brought the food and wines together as a considered tasting experience, with the guide leading guests through the champagnes on board.
