Scandinavian Gatherings: From Afternoon Fika to Midsummer Feast: 70 Simple Recipes & Crafts for Everyday Celebrations

By Melissa Bahen

Relax with family and friends the Nordic way with this whimsical collection of Scandinavian-inspired recipes, crafts, and entertaining ideas

Scandinavian Gatherings is your hygge handbook (pronounced HOO-guh) for turning your home into a cozy retreat The creator of the popular Lulu the Baker blog shows you how to create simple pleasures throughout the year with 10 seasonal, family-friendly gatherings filled with the flavors and traditions of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland (a region regularly reported as the happiest place on earth ).

The book boasts 30 simple craft projects for entertaining and decorating, as well as 40 sweet and savory recipes that put a modern twist on well-loved, traditional Scandinavian treats. You'll soon be warming your home with the comforting smells of Mom's Maple Pecan Rings, Swedish Meat Pies, Lucia Buns, Hot Chocolate with Homemade Cardamom Marshmallows, and more.

With ideas for year-round gatherings such as Nordic Brunch, Woodland Tea Party, Afternoon Fika, Lucia Day, and Christmas Cookie Exchange, you'll turn your home into a stress-free hygge oasis.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 163217068X
• ISBN13: 9781632170682
• Release Date: September 2016
• Publisher: Sasquatch Books
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.1" x 8.6"