That's when I discovered the Swedish tradition of Fika, which involves taking a much-needed break with a cup of coffee. And honestly? The simple tradition has significantly soothed my routine ...

Sweden has an abundance of delicious, little-known desserts. Here are six you must try during your stay in the Nordic country.

A traditional log fire and a pair of socks are great ways to keep warm during the cold Swedish winter If Swedes do decide to leave the house in winter, it’s probably to “fika”. The most ...

The Local's Nordic editor Richard Orange rounds up the biggest stories of the week in our Inside Sweden newsletter.

Refugees might be able to read about Swedish laws, traditions, and culture but for them to actually learn it, they need to talk to someone who knows about it.” One of the things that Lana and Minette ...

The Local's new newsletter will walk you through a whole year of Swedish fika, with information on the cakes and the history behind them. You don't have to spend much time in Sweden to come across a ...

Sweden is full of serene mountain landscapes and elegant design, so it makes sense that there is a culture of regular breaks to appreciate it all. In its simplest form, Fika is about taking a ...

Alameda St. The name of the business was inspired by her best friend, who is from Sweden. In the Nordic country, "fika" means to take a break, enjoy coffee and eat something sweet. A customer at ...