Facts about the cinnamon bun – 30 things you (maybe) didn't know

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Writer: Peter Bergström

The cinnamon bun has followed us from childhood kitchens to cafes, work meetings and travels – and sometimes all the way to friends on the other side of the world. But how Swedish is it really, who came up with Cinnamon Bun Day and how did cinnamon from the other side of the world end up in perhaps our most beloved coffee bun? Here are 30 things about the cinnamon bun that made us see the little bun with completely new eyes.

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Luxurious seafood buffet at home – tips, menu and inspiration

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Updated: October 2026 | Do you want to host a truly luxurious seafood buffet at home? With fresh seafood, good sauces, some delicious side dishes and a nice table setting, it can be at least as festive as at a restaurant. Here we offer tips and inspiration from a truly wonderful seafood buffet that we arranged together with our family.

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Best ice cream in Sweden - our favourites

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Writer: Helena Bergström

What is the best ice cream in Sweden? Where can you get the best ice cream or the most marvellous ice cream creation? There are certainly different opinions on this. We're sharing our top eleven tips. Contribute your tips too, and we'll create a super list!

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Jackfruit and breadfruit - Auntie Anna's fruit hour

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Guest writer: Anna Nilsson Spets

Jackfruit and breadfruit are two rather unusual fruits that you more or less never see in a fruit shop in Sweden. The fruits belong to the same family, namely the mulberry plants, in other words they are quite closely related to each other. 

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Durian, the king of fruits - Auntie Anna's fruit session

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Guest writer: Anna Nilsson Spets

No, you won't find a durian in the fruit counter of your nearest grocery store, maybe in an Asian goods store, perhaps. However, anyone travelling in Asia will definitely see it and smell it... or smell it....

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Facts about lussekatter - 12 things you (maybe) didn't know?

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Interesting facts about lussekatter! We love lussekatter, and it's a tradition to eat these pastries during the Lucia season. Today we have dug into some facts. Do you like lussekatter? If so, when and how do you prefer to eat them?

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Christmas sweets and biscuits in different countries - a sweet round trip

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Today we are going to talk about Christmas sweets and cakes in different countries. What sweets are eaten in other countries as Christmas approaches? Join us on a sugary journey around the world!

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15 facts about semlor + semmel trends and semmel tests

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Semlor are tasty pastries to be eaten on and around Fat Tuesday. But what do you really know about them? We offer 15 interesting facts about semlor as well as semlor trends and semlor tests. Because yes, we have tested some of Stockholm's hottest buns!

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Date facts - 17 things you (maybe) didn't know

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Writer: Helena Bergström

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 - a sweet and savoury snack for the party!

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Writer: Helena Bergström

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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