# Gourmet Coffee Shop Menus Scandinavian Embassy Serves Up Artisanal Coffee and Food Options By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-04-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scandinavian-embassy References: [sprudge](http://sprudge.com/scandinavian-embassy-58021.html) Located in the heart of Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood, Scandinavian Embassy pairs [artisanal coffee blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paddy-scotts) with a gourmet menu that has been praised by European critics. A favorite among both local coffee connoisseurs and tourists alike, the quaint cafe is ran by founders Nicolas Castagno -- boasting vast experience at some of Europe's most famed coffee shops -- and Rikard Andersson, whose most notable experience is his past work at the [Michelin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhubarbs-sandwich)-starred [Restaurant Christophe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-coffee-shop). Whether looking for a morning or afternoon pick-me up or a handcrafted lunch option, visitors of Scandinavian Embassy are sure to enjoy the cafe's menu -- consisting of rich espresso blends or food items like fresh oysters, and avocado toast dishes that are topped with delicious poached eggs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Artisanal Coffee Blends:** The trend of offering unique and customized blends of coffee can cater to individual taste preferences, creating opportunities for new coffee shops and franchise options. - **Gourmet Menu Pairings:** The trend of pairing artisanal coffee with gourmet food items offers opportunities to create a unique cafe experience that can attract a wider range of customers beyond traditional coffee lovers. - **Locally Sourced Ingredients:** The trend of using locally sourced and sustainably produced ingredients in the menu can appeal to customers who value ethical and eco-conscious business practices, opening opportunities for collaborations with local suppliers and producers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Coffee Shops:** Coffee shops can innovate by offering specialty blends and pairing them with gourmet or locally sourced food to distinguish themselves from competitors and cater to diverse customer preferences. - **Food and Beverage Retail:** Retail businesses can incorporate the trend of artisanal coffee and gourmet food offerings by partnering with coffee shops or creating their own in-store cafes, generating new revenue streams and driving customer traffic to physical stores. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Hotels, resorts, and other hospitality businesses can differentiate themselves by featuring on-site cafes and restaurants that serve unique and locally inspired food and beverage options, creating memorable guest experiences and boosting customer loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Subscription-Based Coffee Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noma-kaffe.md) - [Spaciously Modern City Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brandor-coffee.md) - [Toronto-Based Arabic Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hailed-coffee-1.md) - [Indulgent Italian Coffee Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oretta-caffe.md) - [Multi-Continent Coffee Bean Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-bean-blend.md) - [Luxury NYC-Inspired Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-restaurant.md) - [Collaborative Coffee-Celebrating Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finnish-coffee.md) - [Functional Indonesian Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-indonesian-coffee.md) - [Nature-Inspired Coffee Boutiques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-boutique.md)