To a lot of us, seeing the Northern Lights – or aurora borealis – is a dream. These lights are one of the great natural phenomenon of the world. But what are they and how can we catch them? The Northern Lights actually do come from the north, so traveling that direction when seeking them … More Northern Lights – How to See Them
Midsummer, an observation of the longest day of the year, is celebrated in each of the Scandinavian countries. Originally a pagan holiday, Midsummer is celebrated on the day of John the Baptist and is now held on the weekend closest to the summer solstice. In Sweden the celebration takes place around a maypole that is … More Scandinavian Midsummer
What would Christmas be without cookies? Well it would still be Christmas but not quite as sweet. Everyone has their favorite cookies and Scandinavian countries have their favorites too. [Ingebretsen’s carries cookies and what you need to make cookies (check out our website) but — Disclaimer: A number of our favorite cookie products are shown … More Scandinavian Christmas Cookies