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- Sweden Democrat leader says Systembolaget should be open on Sundayson 20 May 2026 at 11:26
Jimmie Åkesson has said his party wants to see Sweden's state alcohol monopoly, Systembolaget, introduce cold storage and have Sunday opening hours.
- 'Stockholm is going to be like Paris or Copenhagen'on 20 May 2026 at 10:04
The end of the requirement for bars to serve food will mean Jessica Mihai can finally open her planned natural wine bar, seven years after she first had the idea. She tells The Local why she thinks the reform will transform Sweden's cities.
- Nine festivals you should not miss out on in Sweden this summeron 11 May 2026 at 10:58
Sweden's music festival season kicks off on Thursday, May 14th, when the Norwegian hip-hop trio Roc Boyz take to the stage at Gröna Lund in Stockholm. Here are some of the events you should try not to miss.
- Culture, politics, food: What makes Europeans proud of their country?on 28 February 2026 at 11:49
A recent survey by the Pew Research Centre delved into what people feel proudest about in their country, with Europeans pointing to history, food and culture among the main reasons.
- Swedish Fika Calendar: Semla, the scrumptious treat that slayed a kingon 17 February 2026 at 13:10
The Local's Fika Calendar walks you through a whole year of Sweden's coffee-and-cake tradition, with information on the pastries and the history behind them. Today: save some space in your tummy for the indulgent, cream-filled semla.
- Coffee and beef prices rise again in Sweden as shortages continueon 4 February 2026 at 09:28
The price of coffee, beef, white fish and courgettes rose in Sweden in January, according to the latest monthly statistics, although the price of food overall remained broadly stable.
- Five things you can grow on your balcony in Swedenon 26 March 2025 at 11:28
Want to try your hand at growing your own food or flowers but you don’t have any outside space? Don’t let that stop you. Here are Becky Waterton's top tips for what to grow on your balcony in Sweden.
- Swedish Fika Calendar: Why Swedes eat waffles on March 25thon 25 March 2025 at 07:59
Hej and welcome to the latest instalment of The Local's Fika Calendar, where we guide you through the most important cake, pastry and other food-related days in the Swedish year.
- Swedish Fika Calendar: Why Swedes eat cake on the first Thursday of Marchon 6 March 2025 at 07:01
Hej and welcome to the latest instalment of The Local's Fika Calender, where we guide you through the most important cake, pastry and other food-related days in the Swedish year.
- How to grow your own fruits and vegetables in Swedenon 6 May 2024 at 09:24
Whether you were a keen gardener or not before you moved to Sweden, growing in the Nordic climate might not be quite what you're used to. The Local spoke to master gardener John Taylor for his tips on growing veg in Sweden.
- OPINION: Are tips in Sweden becoming the norm?on 5 April 2024 at 11:59
Should you tip in Sweden? Habits are changing fast thanks to new technology and a hard-pressed restaurant trade, writes James Savage.
- Five great restaurants in Malmö for a fancy dinner dateon 5 March 2024 at 13:44
Malmö has an impressive restaurant scene for its size, with options for all tastes and budgets. Here are some of the best fine dining spots in town.
- Ten easy-access cafés and libraries to study or work from in Stockholmon 21 February 2024 at 10:29
Whether you are a student looking for a place to study or someone who works remotely and is looking for a new atmosphere, Stockholm caters to a diverse range of preferences and needs.
- Five berries and flowers you can forage in Sweden this summeron 3 July 2023 at 09:31
Summer is the season for flowers and berries in Sweden. What can you pick at this time of year and where can you find the rare and delicious "gold of Norrland"?
- Eight ways to save money on food and drink in Swedenon 6 October 2022 at 13:53
Sweden's Consumer Agency estimates a monthly food cost of 2,700 kronor for a single adult or 8,440 kronor for two adults and two children, but how can you lower that? Here are our top tips.
- The three tasty treats that make spring in Sweden a forager's dreamon 14 April 2022 at 17:48
As large parts of Sweden finally emerge out of winter into spring, there will soon be a wide range of produce on offer in the Swedish countryside, if you know where to look.
- Seven must-have dishes for a very Swedish Easter celebrationon 13 April 2022 at 14:54
If you've spent Christmas or Midsummer in Sweden before, you'll probably recognise lots of the dishes at a Swedish Easter celebration. Here's our guide, as well as some vegetarian alternatives.
- Swedish foodie secrets: How to find Sweden's best semlaon 22 February 2022 at 11:04
Semlor are traditional Swedish cardamom buns filled with whipped cream and almond paste. But what should you look for in a good semla, and what should you avoid?
- Swedish word of the day: mumson 14 January 2020 at 15:43
Today's word is a false friend for English-speakers.
- RECIPE: How to make traditional Swedish waffles on Waffle Dayon 23 March 2018 at 05:59
March 25th is a landmark on the Swedish calendar as it marks Våffeldagen (Waffle Day), when Swedes like to eat even more waffles than usual. Now you can too, thanks to these straightforward recipes from Swedish food writer John Duxbury.
