The Alak-Dolak Game that has been played for centuries in Iran and the surrounding area. From there, it was introduced to Europe and North America by English colonists. It is known by many different names, and the rules of the gameRead More →
Pepparkakor Cookies are very thin Swedish ginger cookies that are a traditional favorite at Christmas. Although the most common shape is a heart, at Christmastide they are often cut into various shapes. Not only are Pepparkakor Cookies used as aRead More →
Blindbock, which is Swedish for “blind buck”, is played much like the English version of Blindman’s Bluff. One person is blindfolded and turned around three times. The other players disperse in a predetermined circle. (Make sure to have “tripping” obstaclesRead More →
Kubb, which rhymes with “tube”, is a Swedish game which has been described as part bowling, part horseshoes and part chess. It is believed to have originated with the Vikings and combines physical skill with strategy. Although it began inRead More →
Persian rice is pretty much a staple in most Iranian meals. Persian Tahdig Rice is truly an international treat. Tahdig is a wonderfully crisp layer of cooked rice that originates in the bottom of the pan, but when it isRead More →
The Swedish Heart Basket is known by many names including Scandinavian Heart Basket, Pleated Christmas Hearts, Danish Heart Baskets, Norwegian Christmas Heart Basket, and Paper Heart Baskets. Although the exact origin of the hearts is unknown, the oldest existing exampleRead More →
The word smörgåsbord is a Swedish word that refers to a type of Scandinavian meal, which originated in Sweden. A smörgåsbord is a buffet-style meal which includes many main and side dishes presented on a table. Guests serve themselves sampling a littleRead More →
Many of the Swedish meals included pickled items. This Swedish Red Cabbage Recipe is a perfect side dish for Swedish Meatballs or other hearty main dishes! Swedish Red Cabbage Recipe Ingredients – Serves 6 2 red onions, diced (we usedRead More →
Many of the Swedish meals included pickled items. This Swedish Cucumber Pickles Recipe is a perfect side dish for Swedish Meatballs or other hearty main dishes! Swedish Cucumber Pickles Recipe Ingredients – Serves 6 as side 2 thin cucumbers 1 teaspoonRead More →
The paisley print is believed to have gotten its start in ancient Persia and was called boteh, meaning shrub or bush. The shape was found in fabrics, mosaics, and pottery, although it was predominately used in textiles. The design foundRead More →
