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Dining etiquette abroad - how to avoid culture clashes

Writer: Helena Bergström

Dining etiquette in other cultures is not always easy. In Europe, we are taught that it is important to choose the right glass and fork, and to look each other in the eye when toasting. In Asia, where there is a lot of symbolism, the importance is often quite different.

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Mexican food - 25 classic dishes you must try

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: March 2026 | Mexican food is known for its strong flavors and colorful ingredients. It combines influences from indigenous traditions and Spanish cuisine, creating a unique combination of spices, corn, beans, and chilies. In this guide, we'll take you through what to eat in Mexico—and list 25 classic Mexican dishes you don't want to miss.

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Lammet and Grisen in Löttorp on Öland.

Writer: Helena Bergström

Last night we visited the popular restaurant Lammet och Grisen here in Löttorp on Öland. Thank you (several) blog readers who told us about it! At Lammet, as the restaurant seems to be called, they serve "Öländsk fest". And yes, it was definitely a party we attended yesterday.

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Grilled seabream with herbaceous citrus sauce

Writer: Helena Bergström

We have always called this fish seabream, but now we have seen that it can also be called guldsparid in Swedish. Many people may recognise it from the Mediterranean countries, where it is usually called dorada, dourada or similar depending on the country.

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Malaysian food - 15 classic dishes you must try

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: April 2026 | What kind of food is there in Malaysia? The country's cuisine is a mix of Malay, Chinese and Indian influences – and it shows in the colorful flavors. We tell you about 15 Malaysian dishes – everything from nasi lemak to satay and laksa.

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The history of sushi - from survival to delicacy

Sushi must be one of the best things in the world ... or what do you think? Here we had takeaway sushi for dinner today, and tomorrow we will try to cook sushi ourselves. Anyone who has tried it? If so, do you have any tips for us? I also got a little curious about the history of sushi and read up on it.

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Brunch at Fåfängan - a really good buffet

For our birthday last summer, Robin and Alexandra gave us a brunch at Fåfängan and a visit to the Spritmuseum as a gift. Today it was time, and it was a really nice brunch!

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Indian food - 25 classic dishes you must try

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: April 2026 | Indian cuisine is known for its intense flavours, colourful dishes and great regional variety. From spicy curries and freshly baked bread to street food and sweet desserts, you'll find it all here. In this guide, we take a look at what to eat in India - and list 25 classic Indian dishes you can't miss.

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Fish Company in Reykjavik – a food trip around the world

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | Fish Company, or Fiskfélagið, is a restaurant in central Reykjavik where Icelandic ingredients are combined with flavors and inspiration from different parts of the world. When we visited the restaurant, we chose the seven-course tasting menu ”Around the World” – a food journey that is actually still on the menu.

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Fish Market in Reykjavik – Icelandic produce with an Asian twist

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | Fish Market, or Fiskmarkaðurinn, is a popular restaurant in central Reykjavik with a focus on Icelandic ingredients and Asian flavors. When we visited the restaurant, we had a fantastic tasting menu – a dinner that remains one of our most memorable dining experiences in Iceland.

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