Many of today’s Christmas traditions have roots stretching back to the medieval period. From feasting and decorations to communal celebrations, the foundations of the holiday were shaped centuries ago ...

One of Utah’s most unique cultural celebrations will return to central Utah this spring as the Scandinavian Heritage Festival ...

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden kicked off a visit to the United States in Houston, Texas yesterday, where she traveled for ...

Finland’s traditions, from sisu to saunas, are alive and well in this area of the Upper Peninsula, where the vibes are more ...

Blue and white pottery dots the dining room, and the whole place has this welcoming vibe that says, “Come in, sit down, and let us feed you until you can’t move.” Now, let’s get to the food, because ...

I'm convinced that the Swedish Påskris, or Easter tree, is the most stylish way to decorate for the holidays — it's ...

Surströmming has drawn global attention because of an online challenge to eat what’s been dubbed the world’s stinkiest food. But locals in Sweden share how to properly eat the fermented herring and ...

A longtime tradition in Sweden that’s getting new attention thanks to social media can be a healthy stress reliever for everyone. It’s called “fredagsmys,” which translates to “cozy Friday.” It means ...

This labour-intensive dish has crossed empires, borders and belief systems, becoming a shared language of generosity around the world.

While the dates and exact celebrations of Carnival vary by location, the United States celebrates Mardi Gras beginning 10 days before Shrove Tuesday, also called “Pancake Tuesday” or “Pancake Day,” ...

Millions of people around the world celebrated Orthodox Christmas on Wednesday, nearly two weeks after much of the world marked the holy day. Certain Eastern Orthodox churches, including those in ...