Author: Monika
The Swedish Roe Dip – Romsås (Low Fodmap)
Here comes a recipe for “Romsås” as in our fodmap-friendly version of the classic Swedish roe sauce. Romsås is typically eaten with fish and potatoes but it works also well with chips as a dip. Typically, roe dips have red onion but instead, we use loads of chives to make it a bit…
Swedish Caramelized Rhubarb Pie (Knäckig Rabarberpaj)
Late spring and summer is rhubarb season! We love to eat rhubarb throughout the summer in the form of pies and different desserts. I have usually had rhubarb crumble pies that are absolutely delicious. I tried this gooey and caramelized version of the rhubarb pie the first time when my mother-in-law made it…
Vispipuuro – Whipped Semolina Porridge with Lingonberries
Vispipuuro as in “whipped porridge” is a classic Finnish dessert. Vispipuuro is made from semolina and lingonberries and it is usually served with milk and a sprinkle of sugar on top. You get this wonderful bitterness from the lingonberries, sweetness from the sugar and the milk brings all the flavors together. Even though…
Seasonal in Spring – Fresh Wild Garlic Pesto
When wild garlic is growing it is one of the first signs of Spring! I had not heard of wild garlic before I moved to Sweden. Now I know that it is an incredible plant that tastes like a mix of chives and garlic with a peppery aftertaste. If you ever get your…
Erik’s Hearty Bolognese
Pasta Bolognese is primarily something Erik makes during autumn when the root vegetables are in season and the temperatures start to drop. Then it is nice to have a warm and hearty meal that coincidentally shares the colours of autumn. But even now when the weather seems unable to decide which season we…
The Most Fresh Easter Dessert – Lemon Posset
We made this delicious and fresh dessert for Easter. You can definitely impress your guests by making the Lemon Posset. The dessert originates from the UK and goes back a few hundred years ago. Recently it has been trending on Instagram where we spotted it as well. The lemon Posset tastes like the filling…
The Best Finnish Apple Pie
Apple pie is one of our all-time favorites and a must, especially in autumn. We have been on the hunt for the best apple pie recipes and this recipe from my 7th grade cookbook is so far one of the best ones in terms of taste and low effort. We have noticed that…
Easy Thin and Crispy Coconut Cookies
These coconut cookies are packed with flavor and they are very easy to make! They are the perfect addition to your afternoon fika with coffee or tea. They are sweet, chewy, and crispy at the same time, simply delicious. You most likely have most of these ingredients at home! The idea for making…
Simple Base Recipe for a Homemade Granola
For us, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. We love peaceful mornings when we have time to eat and drink our morning coffee without hurry. Most mornings, however, we tend to get up too late and eat just a piece of bread or something quick. We wanted some variety for…
About Finnish and Swedish Food Culture
For you who does not know what Finnish and Swedish food is like, let us give you a short introduction. Monika: “Finnish cuisine is based on fresh ingredients that come from our lakes and forests. Our traditional dishes are usually quite simple. This stems from the harsh and cold climate so people had…
