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Barbeque
Three Types of Potato Salad to Elevate Your Grilling Season
Discover three delicious varieties of potato salad perfect for summer barbecue nights.
Choose between a Swedish classic, a French vinaigrette salad, and a Mediterranean-inspired flavor feast – comp...

Food & Wine
Three Midsummer Herrings with a Twist – and What to Drink with Them
Discover three simple and elegant herring recipes for midsummer, perfectly paired with wine, sparkling wine or non-alcoholic options.

Drinking Song
Helan Går – The Classic Swedish Midsummer Drinking Song
The most iconic Swedish schnapps song is undoubtedly "Helan Går." Sung at every festive occasion where schnapps is served, it is an essential part of Midsummer traditions. Whether you are an experi...

Elderflower
Make Your Own Swedish Elderflower Midsummer Schnapps
Making your own schnapps is easier than you think. Here’s our best recipe for a delicious elderflower schnapps that will impress your guests.

History
Why is Midsommar-stång called Maypole in english?
Why is Midsommarstång called Maypole in english, and is it the same thing?The term "maypole" in English for the "midsommarstång" in Swedish can be traced back to historical and linguistic reasons.

Corkframe
Corkframes wish you all a Happy Swedish Midsummer!
Corkframes would like to wish you all a very Happy Swedish Midsummer. We hope you enjoy this wonderful Swedish celebration with your loved ones, surrounded by good food, music, and joy.

Midsummer
How To Create an Authentic Swedish Midsummer Pole.
A traditional Swedish midsummer pole (midsommarstång) is a central part of the Midsummer celebration. By following these guidelines, one can create a traditional and authentic Swedish midsummer pol...

Food & Wine
Choosing Wine for Midsummer
Choosing wine for Midsummer can be a delightful task, as the Midsummer table often consists of a variety of flavors, from herring and salmon to new potatoes and strawberries. Here are some wine rec...

Champagne
Classic Mimosa Drink Recipe
A classic mimosa drink is a simple yet elegant cocktail that's perfect as welcome drink, for brunch or any celebratory occasion.

Midsommar
The History of Swedish Midsummer
Swedish Midsummer, or "Midsommar," is one of the most cherished and traditional celebrations in Sweden, deeply rooted in the country's history and cultural heritage. The origins of Midsummer date b...

Food & Wine
Swedish Midsummer and matching midsummer food to wine!
Choosing the best wine for a traditional Swedish Midsummer meal can be challenging since the meal often consists of a variety of dishes with different flavors. Here are some recommendations that pa...
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