Fika like a Swede Curious about Sweden's most beloved ritual? Fika – the social Swedish coffee break – is a cherished tradition and a cornerstone of daily life in Sweden. Enjoy coffee and sweet treats compliments of Rumelva 1-685 Lodge, Sons of Norway as we gather to learn about Fika.
Exclusively for members, our newest publication is Christmas Traditions of Norway. This interactive, 16-page PDF includes Christmas customs, fun activities, and recipes with embedded links and video content.
The tradition of putting up a julenek (Christmas sheaf) at Christmastime goes back a few centuries. It was supposed to be a large cut of a farmer’s best grain, and the last thing to be harvested in the autumn.
Christmas, known as jule in Norway, is a magical time. Norwegians enjoy getting into the spirit of Christmas, or julestemning, with loved ones.
