Shrimp soup on shrimp shells! We love shrimps and now that we are trying to eat healthily, while enjoying good food, shrimps are more popular than ever. The other day we had a lot of shrimp shells left over, so we made sure to utilise them to make a delicious shrimp soup.
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Updated: September 2026 | Do you need to think about eating healthily at Christmas? Christmas tables, Christmas sweets and long dinners are part of Christmas for many of us, and at the same time, tips appear every year on how to make Christmas a little more ”healthy”. But how much does a few days of Christmas celebration really matter? For most people, eating habits over time are more important than individual meals – and food is so much more than just nutrients.
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Some December trips to dream about! This is a very different year, and December is unusually grey. Maybe it's not surprising that you start dreaming about travelling! This year it's best to stay at home and see as few people as possible, but when you can travel again, we dream of doing this kind of December travel again.
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Updated: September 2026 | Who was Staffan Stalledräng really? Why did he water his five foals, and how did a Christian martyr from Jerusalem end up in our Swedish Lucia processions? The story of Staffan contains both saints and legends, horses and knights – and even a roasted rooster that started crowing.
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Nobel Week Lights is a light installation in Stockholm during Nobel Week. We've seen some great photos on social media, so we wanted to go out and have a look. And who doesn't need a little extra light in this darkness?
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No matter where you are travelling in the world, it can put a huge strain on your bank account. That's why you need to plan and save in time to make sure you have enough money for your dream holiday. Although this seems like a big challenge, it can actually be easier than you think. There are some budgeting tools to use and other valuable strategies to make your travel savings account grow. We list some of our favourite tips here.
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Cheap and healthy, is it possible? Can you eat healthy on a budget? I (Helena) continue my Wednesday series on food and health, from a public health expert's perspective. Today we'll have some thoughts (and tips!) on eating healthy when you have to keep a tight rein on your wallet.
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Updated: August 2026 | If you like picturesque towns, Germany is the place for you. Germany is full of charming small towns with half-timbered houses and canals. In collaboration with the German Tourist Office, we recommend 6 picturesque towns along some of Germany's famous holiday routes.
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Facts about dates! Do you know what date palms look like, when fresh dates are in season or how the fresh and dried fruit is usually eaten? We made bacon-wrapped dates a few days ago, and now we're getting into exciting date facts!
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Bacon wrapped dates are a sweet and salty snack that is often a favourite at parties and other festive occasions. These treats have long been a favourite of ours, but I don't think we've ever shared the recipe before. So now it's time, bacon wrapped dates!
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