The latest venture of chef Michael Andersson draws from numerous traditions, promising a modern yet timeless take on the art of cooking over open flames.
This autumn, fire and (culinary) fury will have a new home in the heart of Stockholm when chef Michael Andersson – crowned Sweden’s Chef of the Year 2024 – brings his vision of a modern grill restaurant to town. Named Sperling & Co, Andersson dedicates his latest project to the arcane art of fire and grill mastery – deeply rooted in European traditions yet shaped by a contemporary, international outlook. The name pays homage to Sperlingens Backe, a historic neighbourhood dating back to the 17th century. “Calling the restaurant Sperling & Co felt natural,” Andersson explains. “It’s a nod to the area’s history but also a way of showing that we are part of the place, not just another operator moving in.”
At the heart of the restaurant is the grill itself, where both classics and more unusual cuts are prepared over glowing embers with a variety of techniques taken from all over the world. “Sperling & Co is our interpretation of a modern grill restaurant,” Andersson says. “We want to create something timeless, with the grill at its core and influences from all over the world coming together.”
The wine list balances Old World mainstays with selections from the US and beyond, showcasing some of Europe’s most respected labels alongside carefully curated international vintages.
Spanning two floors, architecture studio Dinell Johansson is responsible for Sperling's design: dark-stained ash, leather, and bespoke details create a warm, elegant, and timeless setting. Natural light floods in through a grand lantern skylight above the dining area, which is anchored by an open kitchen and a striking bar.
Behind Sperling & Co stands a chef at the height of his career. At just 36, Stockholm-based Andersson claimed Chef of the Year 2024 in his competition debut. Previously, he served as head chef at the Michelin-starred Celeste alongside Ludwig Tjörnemo, and today he also runs his top-tier culinary projects through his own company, Petit Gastronomi. With Sperling & Co, Andersson is set to bring a fresh thrill to the grill.
