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Toast Skagen – A Swedish Classic with Nordic Elegance
Toast Skagen is a classic Swedish shrimp toast made with creamy mayonnaise, dill, and lemon, served on golden fried bread. Perfect as a starter or light lunch. Learn how to make this iconic Scandin...

Elderflower
Elderflower – The scent of summer in a glass
Discover the unique flavor and versatility of elderflower in drinks. From homemade cordial to cocktails, natural wine, and botanical gins, elderflower brings a floral, citrusy note that makes it a ...

Midsommar
The Midsummer Schnapps – A Toast to Tradition, Flavour, and Swedish Summer
Midsummer schnapps, traditional Swedish drinking rituals, and DIY schnapps recipes – discover everything you need to celebrate Midsummer the Swedish way on Corkframes.com. Learn how to infuse your ...

Midsommar
How to Pair Midsummer’s Strawberry Cake with the Right Drink
Strawberry cake is a midsummer classic. Discover which drinks – alcoholic or non-alcoholic – best complement this beloved summer dessert.

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.

Archipelago
Herring on the Swedish Christmas Table – A Classic with History Stephen Colbert
Herring’s popularity on the Christmas table can partly be attributed to its long shelf life, as pickling was once a method to preserve the fish through winter. Today, it’s not just practical but a ...

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...

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...
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