With its temperate climate and rich, fertile pastureland, the conditions in Denmark are perfect for dairy — which is probably... Read More
Background: Norwegian troll cream (trollkrem) Norwegian troll cream is usually made on New Year’s Eve. Served up in fancy glasses... Read More
Background: Norwegian Christmas cookies (serinakaker) This Scandinavian recipe is very popular in Norway at Christmas time. And don’t be surprised... Read More
Background: Caramel almond cake (toscakaka) While this caramel almond cake is well-known for being a Swedish delight, it’s also popular... Read More
Background: Swedish beef stew (kalops) Swedish beef stew has been a favourite in Sweden since around the 1800s, so it’s... Read More
Background: Swedish Hasselback potatoes The name of this dish derives from the Stockholm restaurant, Hasselbacken, where it is believed the... Read More
Background: Rice pudding with cherry sauce (risalamande) In Denmark it’s known as ‘risalamande’, which stems from the French name, ‘riz... Read More
Background: Danish pancake balls (aebleskiver) Aebleskiver (Danish pancake balls) are a particularly popular snack or dessert in Denmark at Christmas.... Read More
Background: Smoked salmon sandwich In many countries around the world, the sandwich is a simple and unremarkable dish — something... Read More
Background: Norwegian potato dumplings Norwegian potato dumplings hold a place of national pride in Norway where the dumplings are a... Read More
Background: Finnish beetroot salad Finnish beetroot salad is commonly served in Finland at Christmas as a delicious side dish with... Read More