How & Why Norwegians Celebrate ‘Syttende Mai’

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Perhaps even the most important day of the year to them. The 17th of May celebrations are so grand in…

Scandinavian Mother’s Day gifts

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With American Mother's Day approaching, it's an opportune time to explore unique ways to honor the special mothers in our…

10 facts about King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden

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Today, Sweden will be celebrating two holidays. First, the century old tradition of Valborg, which also happens to fall on…

Walpurgis: What Is Valborg, And Why Do Swedes Celebrate It?

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April 30th might just be a normal day to the rest of the world, but to the Swedes, this mythical,…

Swedish Easter Traditions: A step-by-step guide

8 months ago

Looking to bring some Scandinavian influences to your Easter this year? We've compiled a list of the most important decorations,…

Recipe: Swedish Easter Princess Cake

8 months ago

Happy Easter everyone! Here is a classic Easter princess cake by Evalena Raymer, aka Eve's Fika. Enjoy!

Recipe: Pink Princess Rulltårta

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Vardagslyx! Ever heard of that word? It directly translates to "everyday luxury" in Swedish and is something the Swedes will…

Sweden Secures NATO Membership

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In a twist of Nordic fate that could rival a plotline from a Scandinavian thriller, Sweden's journey towards NATO membership…

Guide: Where To Buy Semlor In The U.S.

9 months ago

It's here! Swedes in the States annual guide to where you can get Sweden's most beloved pastry - the semla!

The Semla: Three Recipes

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The semla is the most popular pastry in Sweden during January and February. As we previously mentioned in our article…

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