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Swedes Abroad Mourn… Posted by on Oct 18, 2011

It’s been rumored for months now. Hushed whispers in the Swedish-American community. Disgust. Fear. Sadness. It’s been a time of uncertainty.  Swedes around the world have been stocking up on the essentials. And by Swedes everywhere I mean my dad. And by essentials I mean Kalles Kaviar.  IKEA has decided to discontinue their sale of…

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How to buy Swedish food abroad Posted by on Sep 1, 2011

As a Swede living abroad, the monthly trip to IKEA is big treat. Not so much for the flat packs and the tea candles, but more so for the mouth watering food department. Lingonberry jam, pickled herring, knäckebröd, Daim cake… Well, you probably all know what it’s like. Or, what it WAS like, I should…

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Kräftskivor – The Swedish Crayfish Party Posted by on Aug 24, 2011

It’s August. You knew that though. What you might not have known though is that August is also the month for crayfish parties throughout Sweden (and really wherever I find myself in the US). Crayfish are essentially tiny little lobsters. A form of shellfish that is common in Cajun culture. In Swedish culture though, the…

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Food choices in Sweden Posted by on Jan 3, 2011

If you have been to Sweden you might have noticed in restaurants or in supermarkets, how many choices there are for vegetarians, not only vegetarians but vegans, people who don’t tolerant milk or gluten, people who don’t eat pork etc. etc. There are endless substitutes, tofu, soja protein, vegetables, beans, Quorn and many other options…

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A taste of Swedish summer Posted by on Aug 3, 2010

It is still holiday season in Sweden and I’m doing an excellent job of fully enjoying it, dividing the lazy days between my parents summer house and a boat, hopping around the thousands of islands here on the west coast. Hard times, isn’t it? The sea around  here (Skagerack) are practically not tidal at all…

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How to eat kräftor – Swedish style Posted by on Jun 14, 2010

Warning: If you dislike the thought of eating living creatures (well, dead when eaten of course….), this post contains phrases like “eat the head” and “break of the claws” and might offend you. My sincere apologies if so, but these fellows were handled and prepared with care and did not suffer. Alright. I have just…

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More than Swedish meatballs Posted by on Jan 22, 2010

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