The Swedish Christmas table is far from a uniform tradition, even though many of us today think of the same dishes in connection with Christmas celebrations, such as herring, meatballs and Christmas ham. In the past, conditions were much more varied in our long country, and to some extent, regional differences remain.
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What do you do when you want to relax with a hobby? Peter watches cooking videos on YouTube and then spends hours in the kitchen... Right now, it's all about fine dining at home. Here are Peter's best tips for those of you who also want to experiment with purées, tweezers and decorative plating!
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There are many pleasant and cosy restaurants in Bratislava, whether you want to try traditional Slovak cuisine or something a little more modern. We have tried a number of restaurants and will take you on a tasty tour of Slovakia's capital.
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We went on a wine safari in Slovakia, in the small town of Svätý Jur just outside Bratislava. This was an adventure that offered both good wines and a bumpy ride with a delicious six-wheel drive off-road vehicle.
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Did you know that the Scanian feast of St Martin the Goose is actually about the saint St Martin? And that this holiday is celebrated in many parts of Europe? In some countries, a ”goose dinner” is served and in others, candle processions or croissants are the order of the day...
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Poland's wine culture is flourishing and really taking off. Every year, more vineyards are added and the wines are getting better. We visit Poland's biggest wine festival, which lasts a whole week but many people don't know about it. Here's what you need to know about Poland's wine culture.
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Updated: May 2026 | Today we're going to talk about French food and French food culture. We're listing 25 French specialties and telling you about our experiences with French food. In France you'll find everything from boeuf bourguigon and coq au vin to croissants and macarons. Come and taste France!
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According to us, that is ... And yes, I know that many will probably be upset now. All surveys show that Italian food is the Swedes' number one favourite. And yes, there are of course lots of wonderful flavours and ingredients in Italy. But we still wonder if it's Italian food culture that's being referred to when Swedes respond to these surveys... or if they're thinking of 'Italian food' as it's eaten outside Italy?
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What a week ... again! We only just landed in Stockholm, after travelling to Greece, before it was time for a meeting at the Uzbekistan embassy. Now we've had time to try both Uzbek brandy and Indian whisky ... and we're planning two exciting trips abroad! It's not easy to keep up with the times, even for us ...
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The Greek island of Andros is full of cosy restaurants, many of which offer unexpectedly innovative and exciting dining experiences. Let yourself be inspired by tempting Greek flavours!
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