Jansson’s temptation, or Janssons frestelse − a creamy potato and anchovy casserole − is said to have been named after Pelle Janzon, a food-loving Swedish opera singer of the early 1900s. In any case, ...

The sweet yeast rolls that Swedes serve during the Christmas season are flavoured with golden saffron and dark raisins and often shaped into a special kind of saffron buns called lussekatter (‘Lucia ...

The drinks of glögg and schnapps tend to appear on the table at certain Swedish celebrations. Glögg is a spiced, sugared and simmered (or ‘mulled’) red wine. People drink it almost exclusively during ...

There are many different starting points for finding a job in Sweden. The Swedish Public Employment Service (Arbetsförmedlingen) offers support to people looking for work. It offers information, ...

Sweden has long been a pioneering promoter of gender equality. The overarching Swedish principle is that everyone, regardless of gender, has the right to work and support themselves, to balance career ...

Q&A with the stars of 'Young Royals' Swedish film and TV – from Ludwig Göransson to 'Young Royals' 5 stories behind the success of gaming in Sweden ...

It's All Saints' Day in Sweden. The countless points of light from the candles and lanterns placed on graves form beautiful patterns in the snow and lend a special feel to the landscape. People also ...

Halloween is a relatively new custom in Sweden. It has only been celebrated in Sweden since the late 1980s, and has rapidly become established in the country. By the beginning of November, Sweden is ...

Sweden's innovative landscape is vast and vibrant, with many Swedish companies contributing. This is due to factors such as financial support for startups and general openness towards creative ...