https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Sweden in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Columnist Lisa Bjurwald was raised with a suspicion towards American commercialisation, but she's come round to the idea that Sweden could learn a thing or two from holidays like Halloween. https://www.thelocal.se/20201028/opinion-what-can-sweden-learn-from-embracing-the-american-halloween-tradition Wed, 28 Oct 2020 17:34:32 +0100 opinion-what-can-sweden-learn-from-embracing-the-american-halloween-tradition From TV specials to decorations and food, there are plenty of ways to get fully into the festive spirit in Sweden. The Local explains the unique history behind Swedish Christmas traditions in this bumper guide. https://www.thelocal.se/20191203/the-ultimate-guide-to-swedish-christmas-traditions Tue, 03 Dec 2019 17:00:18 +0100 the-ultimate-guide-to-swedish-christmas-traditions Tomas Spragg Nilsson meets up with The Local Sweden's editor Emma Löfgren to find the best semla in Stockholm. https://www.thelocal.se/20190305/taste-test-whats-the-fuss-about-swedish-semlor-video Tue, 05 Mar 2019 11:49:55 +0100 taste-test-whats-the-fuss-about-swedish-semlor-video The word 'julgransplundring' introduces you to one of Sweden's surprising winter traditions. https://www.thelocal.se/20200113/swedish-word-of-the-day-julgransplundring Mon, 13 Jan 2020 11:22:41 +0100 swedish-word-of-the-day-julgransplundring We asked readers to share their Midsummer memories. https://www.thelocal.se/20170622/swedish-midsummers-eve-through-the-eyes-of-foreigners Thu, 22 Jun 2017 13:21:31 +0200 swedish-midsummers-eve-through-the-eyes-of-foreigners With the Midsummer holiday here, we asked Swedes how they mark the occasion. https://www.thelocal.se/20160622/how-do-swedes-celebrate-midsummer Wed, 22 Jun 2016 11:56:01 +0200 how-do-swedes-celebrate-midsummer Okay, we love Midsummer. But one must admit... there are a few things that can get on your nerves. https://www.thelocal.se/20180622/ten-things-to-hate-about-midsummer-in-sweden Fri, 22 Jun 2018 16:00:00 +0200 ten-things-to-hate-about-midsummer-in-sweden Every day until Christmas Eve, The Local explains the unique history behind Swedish Christmas traditions in our own Advent calendar. https://www.thelocal.se/20181217/how-elsa-beskow-created-a-timeless-swedish-christmas-dec17 Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:33:09 +0100 how-elsa-beskow-created-a-timeless-swedish-christmas-dec17 With its Viking roots, the julbord is a Swedish tradition with true staying power. https://www.thelocal.se/20181211/swedishchristmas-the-festive-feast-that-has-stood-the-test-of-time-dec11 Tue, 11 Dec 2018 07:59:38 +0100 swedishchristmas-the-festive-feast-that-has-stood-the-test-of-time-dec11 Every day until Christmas Eve, The Local explains the unique history behind Swedish Christmas traditions in our own Advent calendar. https://www.thelocal.se/20181210/swedishchristmas-the-foreign-traditions-embedded-in-swedish-christmas-dec10 Mon, 10 Dec 2018 08:59:59 +0100 swedishchristmas-the-foreign-traditions-embedded-in-swedish-christmas-dec10 Every day until Christmas Eve, The Local explains the unique history behind Swedish Christmas traditions in our own Advent calendar. https://www.thelocal.se/20181209/swedishchristmas-a-christmas-candy-with-an-unfortunate-name-dec9 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 08:59:59 +0100 swedishchristmas-a-christmas-candy-with-an-unfortunate-name-dec9 Every day until Christmas Eve, The Local explains the unique history behind Swedish Christmas traditions in our own Advent calendar. https://www.thelocal.se/20181206/swedishchristmas-how-a-folklore-tomte-became-swedens-santa Thu, 06 Dec 2018 08:59:59 +0100 swedishchristmas-how-a-folklore-tomte-became-swedens-santa This recipe for saffron pudding provides a new way to use one of Sweden's favourite baking ingredients. https://www.thelocal.se/20170714/recipe-how-to-make-swedish-saffron-pudding Fri, 14 Jul 2017 08:59:00 +0200 recipe-how-to-make-swedish-saffron-pudding The Local brings you the low-down on the five weirdest Swedish foods we hope you try during Midsummer Eve celebrations. https://www.thelocal.se/20150618/five-odd-swedish-things-to-taste-at-midsummer Thu, 18 Jun 2015 14:47:00 +0200 five-odd-swedish-things-to-taste-at-midsummer The Local looks ahead to the nation's 'red days', to help you make the most of your vacation in 2016. https://www.thelocal.se/20160105/how-to-make-the-most-of-swedens-2016-holidays Tue, 05 Jan 2016 10:21:30 +0100 how-to-make-the-most-of-swedens-2016-holidays December 13th is Santa Lucia day, one of the most enduring Swedish winter traditions. The tradition of Lucia brings some much needed light into Sweden's winter darkness. What's it all about? https://www.thelocal.se/20141212/the-tradition-of-santa-lucia-lighting-up-the-darkness Fri, 12 Dec 2014 10:00:00 +0100 the-tradition-of-santa-lucia-lighting-up-the-darkness If the darkness of winter's already starting to get you down, the light and merriment of a Swedish Advent should help pick you up. Here the SI News Service answers some key questions about Swedish Advent decorations and celebrations ahead of a key weekend in the country's calendar. https://www.thelocal.se/20141128/how-to-celebrate-and-enjoy-swedish-advent Fri, 28 Nov 2014 11:08:00 +0100 how-to-celebrate-and-enjoy-swedish-advent It's August in Sweden, meaning that it is time for the annual and very traditional crayfish parties. The Local's Isabela Vrba explores the origins of the kräftskiva and the ingredients for a perfect party. https://www.thelocal.se/20140824/introducing-the-swedish-crayfish-party Sun, 24 Aug 2014 14:00:00 +0200 introducing-the-swedish-crayfish-party Swedes sure know how to celebrate in unusual ways and Midsummer is no exception. From upside-down phallic worshipping to dancing like miniature amphibians, we gathered our favourite ten parts of Midsummer, and filmed Swedes explaining it all. https://www.thelocal.se/20140619/48602 Thu, 19 Jun 2014 19:00:00 +0200 48602 Ready to dive into Christmas Swedish style - or just want to know what it's all about? Welcome to The Local's Guide to Swedish Christmas. https://www.thelocal.se/20131223/the-local-guide-to-christmas-swedish-style Mon, 23 Dec 2013 16:49:00 +0100 the-local-guide-to-christmas-swedish-style