We've moved into our new/old cottage and I can't wait to have friends over for a backyard soirée. I'm daydreaming of celebrating our new ho...
Hooray! The day is here! I’m so thrilled to announce A Midsummer Mingle, an event I’ve been planning with Meta of One More Mushroom, Merrilee of Mer Mag, Sarah of Sarah Jane Studios, Melanie and Alma of Caravan Shoppe, and Eva of Sycamore Street Press. I get overwhelmed with gratitude when I think of all the love and support I […]
As you might have gathered this week, there’s nothing more romantic and fanciful than a Midsummer celebration. The formula is simple: a layered strawberry cake, an Aquavit and elderflower cocktail and some Swedish inspired fare – like a smörgåsbord filled with smoked fish, boiled shrimp, pickled vegetables, roasted potatoes and that wonderful Northern European style, […]
Tomorrow is Midsummer's Eve, one of the most important dates in the Swedish calendar and second only to Jul (Christmas). Up and do...
Celebrate Swedish Midsummer and save big on sofas, outdoor furniture, and more. Be sure to also check out your local IKEA for fun in-store events!
Swedish Inspired Midsummer Picnic: Enjoy drinks, smorgasbord, and dessert all inspired by a traditional Swedish Midsummer party menu. Easy to create at home, and so delicious! We're celebrating Swedish midsummer eve with a traditional picnic and some Swedish foods all enjoyed outside for a picnic with friends and family. I'm so excited to share my...Read On →
Photo Journal: Swedish West Coast. We have come to realise that Sweden feels like a spiritual home to us, a country with a passion for nature and embracing the outdoors, preserving the planet, full of wonderful creative people, dreamy hideaways, and a peaceful coastline full of magical islands. This summer we spent f
Summer solstice is nearly upon us, which gives us plenty of reason to partake in the season’s most fairytale-like celebration. We recently called upon the lovely Leslie Santarina, of Spotted SF, to help dream up the ultimate Midsummer festivity- we’re talking flower crowns, strawberry cake, a Swedish smörgåsbord, and elderflower infused cocktails, friends! So here I am, launching our week of Midsummer-inspired recipes […]
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Here’s something my grandma always made for the midsummer: Rhubarb Mead. Very traditional and oh-so-summery Finnish midsummer party drink.
In Sweden, a country that’s cold and dark for much of the year, celebrating the sun is of the utmost importance. This is why the national holiday midsommar is a much awaited for affair. Midsommar is my favorite day of the year, and no matter where I am I make it a point to celebrate. Want to join in? Here’s a guide to celebrating Swedish Midsummer like a Swede.
Midsummer might just be one of my favorite times of the Scandinavian year—specifically because of the food. Think smoked or cured salmon and pickled herring, potato salad, berries, aquavit, and beer. Celebrations might involve picnics and bonfires, and in Sweden, dancing around a large decorated pole. Here at home in Seattle, I keep it pretty […]
Leckere Rezepte für Mittsommer, Midsommar oder Juhannus. Feiern wie in Finnland oder Schweden mit traditionellen Rezepten.
You don't need to be in Sweden to celebrate Midsummer this year! Find lots of inspiration and tutorials for your Midsummer party here!
Are you ready for some oooos and ahhhs?! Natalie Norton did an amazing job at capturing A Midsummer Mingle and I’ve been dying to share the pics with you. If you’re just joining me, I threw a garden party with Sarah Jane Studios, Mer Mag, One More Mushroom, Sycamore Street Press, Caravan Shoppe. It was a […]
A summer solstice dinner party is the perfect way to gather friends and celebrate the longest summer day of the year! Also, it a good excuse for a backyard
The Summer solstice marks the official start of Summer. With it brings the longest day and shortest night of the year. You might need sangria for the longest day of the year, correct? In light of Summer solstice, I made Sparkling Chamomile Sangria with Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. just for the occasion. After all, I...Read More
