Swedish fika

Delicious, creamy, rich little treats made with leftover cake, and flavoured with chocolate, marzipan, and punsch. A Swedish classic nostalgic to any Swede and delicious to everyone!

I have never seen a Swedish café without cinnamon buns. Swedish vanilla buns are almost the same thing, bun the cinnamon is swapped for vanilla sugar.

Our November/December 2023 issue is officially live! This issue’s back cover features the wonderful world of fika that’s present in Swedish culture. Swedish winters are frigid and dark, but the tradition of fika, the daily break to enjoy a comforting beverage and a baked good or two, provides a jovial bright spot. Browse our newest issue featuring over 20 new recipes.

Nordic Thoughts: Fika...a Swedish coffee break

It is 15.00 and time for afternoon fika! Kanelbulle, hallongrotta or chokladboll – what is your favourite Swedish fika? Or do you prefer…

December 13th, also known as Luciadag or Saint Lucy’s day, is fast approaching 🌟 In Scandinavia, it is an annual tradition to celebrate this holiday with lots of lights and a procession of children wearing white, carrying candles, and singing. It’s a beautiful tradition in the middle of the dark winter months! These Lucia buns are also a traditional part of the holiday, mainly in Sweden. Saffron gives them their beautiful color and they are deliciously soft and slightly sweet!

Keep hearing about fika, but not sure what it means? This post will clear it up for you, plus traditional fika recipes that let you arrange Swedish fika without flying to Sweden!