Norwegian christmas traditions

Christmas is a big deal in Norway, and everyone here appreciates that it comes during the darkest time of the year. So we make a BIG deal about our Norwegian Christmas traditions. No time to feel blue about the lack of sunlight when there are Christmas decorations to hang, gifts to be bought, and Christmas parties to attend.

Traditional Norwegian Christmas food. Add a Scandinavian touch to your festive feast this holiday period!

Norwegian Christmas Cookies are some of the best cookies to make this Christmas. These recipes are easy to make and the flavor is amazing.

Growing up I spent most of my Christmases in Norway, but even when we stayed in the US for Christmas my Norwegian mother of course had us baking lots of Norwegian Christmas cookies. So I

The Nordic countries’ long winters force their inhabitants to be masters of Christmas cheer. From St. Lucia's Day (or St. Lucy's Day), which kicks off the Christmas season in Sweden on December 13, to folklore about helpful holiday gnomes, the joyful traditions of Nordic Christmases are sure to make any winter traveler’s holiday bright.

I love spending Christmas in Norway and am so excited for the coming month of festivities here. But even if you won't be coming to Norway this Christmas you can still add a bit of

From classic gingerbread and buttery spritz cookies to cream-filled Krumkake, Norwegian Christmas cookies are guaranteed to delight this holiday season.

Looking to explore Swedish Christmas food that’s full of tradition and charm? Sweden has always captured the essence of cozy Christmas celebrations—just look

When visiting Norway, don't miss out on trying some of these delicious traditional Norwegian dishes with fish, bread, and local vegetables.

Find out about all the Norwegian Christmas Traditions, including Julebord, songs to sings and shows to watch!