ICA Supermarket — Supermarket in Kungsholmen, Stockholm

This is a branch of ICA, tucked into the Västermalmsgallerian mall on Sankt Eriksgatan in Kungsholmen. It is a small supermarket rather than a big one, and what sets it apart from the average branch is the mix on the shelves: locally and internationally sourced groceries share the aisles, so you can find unusual goods here that a standard Swedish shop would not carry.

The bread counter is the thing to head for first. Bread and buns are what you pick up for an afternoon snack, and the bread holds up as okay rather than remarkable — good enough for a quick bite between errands. The separate chilled shelf for products close to their expiry date is worth a look if you are watching what you spend.

How the shop works is where it gets harder. The layout is confusing: cleaning supplies sit next to the flower bouquets, so finding a specific item takes longer than it should.

Prices run high for what the selection offers. If you are in the area and need a few things, it is handy; if you are doing a proper shop, the range is limited and the cost adds up.

What it suits is a short, targeted visit: bread for a snack, something from the near-expiry shelf, or an unusual international item you have not seen elsewhere. Come in knowing roughly what you want, and the confusing layout matters less.