Thanks to the winning combo of veal mince, cream and eggs, this burger patty is worlds apart from the dry, rubbery kinds you might have eaten in your youth. The wallenbergare is rich and creamy, not a bad burger to have your name attached to (it’s named after the [...]

In this episode, I continue my journey throughout Sweden to explore the seafood culture of Sweden’s second-largest city, Gothenburg. Gothenburg is the only major city in Sweden with the Atlantic Ocean at its doorstep and naturally, it is an important trade and fishing [...]

In this week’s episode, I visit the diverse Southern city of Malmo. Sitting across from Copenhagen, Malmo has a rich immigrant population which adds to its eclectic food scene. Falafel is almost considered Malmo’s national dish (and is as Swedish as meatballs [...]

A northern Swedish dish, polsa is made with pearl barley in almost the same way that Italians use Arborio rice to make mushroom risotto. The pearl barley is cooked with stock to make a thick porridge, then crispy fried mince and beetroot are added and it’s all topped [...]

In episode 4, I focus on cooking with the seasons. Swedish food has long relied on root veg and cabbage varieties – ingredients that have often been regarded as uninspiring. As the trend towards traditional ingredients continues, these ingredients are having a [...]

In this episode, my journey around Sweden continues as the Autumn weather settles in. From forest foraging for mushrooms to stirring risotto on the stove, I learn about the slower way of living that captures what I love about my new home in Sweden. Nature and the forest are [...]

My first Swedish waffle experience was at Skansen – a small, traditional zoo in Stockholm. Working my way through the food market, I could see lots of hungry zoo-goers cradling portions of waffles with a mountain of cream and jam. I knew I had to try one and, of course, I [...]

Smoked Sausage Stroganoff / Korv Stroganof This is another Swedish comfort-food classic, but one you’re unlikely to see served outside of work canteens or someone’s home. It’s usually served with rice, but I like to serve mine with pasta and add a few (elderberry) [...]

In the second episode of My Swedish Kitchen, I explore Swedes love for hot dogs and the humble art of making sausages from scratch. Before the rage of food trucks and street food festivals, hot dog stands were feeding the masses in Sweden. Much like how we have a kebab at [...]

This beautiful lemon and yoghurt cake featured in episode 1 of My Swedish Kitchen and was… my wedding cake! I couldn’t imagine someone else baking my cake for the big day but me (I’m known for my sweet treats!). In the run-up to my wedding, I worked on [...]