Food
This dense, dry, and crispy flatbread, made mostly from rye flour, can be stored for years.
What is knäckebröd?
This traditional wooden shoe, once made entirely from wood due to poverty, remains a common, comfortable, and iconic piece of Swedish footwear.
What are trätofflor (wooden clogs)?
These are tiny meatballs, famously served with gravy, mashed potatoes, and lingonberry jam, and often associated with IKEA.
What are köttbullar?
Introduced around 1907, this is perhaps the most common and recognizable modern folk costume in Sweden, consisting of a national dress and regional variations.
What is the Sverigedräkten (Sweden dress)?
This is a celebratory green marzipan-covered cake, named for the Swedish princess who inspired it, often featuring layers of sponge cake, jam, custard, and whipped cream.
What is prinsesstårta?
This is the general term for a traditional folk costume, attire, or regalia that expresses the cultural or national identity of a specific group or region.
What is folk costume?
This popular pea soup is traditionally served on Thursdays, often accompanied by mustard and pancakes.
What is ärtsoppa?
Often worn by both men and women, this practical waist pouch made of linen, wool, or leather was a traditional accessory to traditional outfits.
What is a kjolvaska (skirt/waist bag)?
This is a sweet, spiced pastry, often enjoyed with morning coffee, that is a staple of the Swedish "fika" tradition.
What is kanelbulle?
Before the widespread use of materials like cotton, what were the traditional garments for both men and women made from?
What are animal skins (like elk), leather, homespun linen, and wool?