Midsommar - Food

The food during midsommar was all very traditional. Everything was kept simple to get the most out of the flavours. The key ingredients for a Swedish midsommar is fresh potatoes (yes there's a difference), dill, herring, meat balls, roe, salmon, creme (all sorts), and strawberries.

Swedes also love their cheese. Every household has at least half a wheel sitting in their fridge. The 3 main types to get in Sweden are; greve, präst, and herrgård (my favourite).

There is something about swedes and preserved fish. It's not my thing. It's actually more of a tradition than it is to enjoy. However, they do love their roe/caviar. Most people buy it by the tube and have it on everything! It's kinda like the equivalent to the Aussie Vegemite. 

The bread in Sweden is also fantastic. The Swedish flat bread called knäckebröd (left in picture) is a simple favourite amongst many. Lasts forever, easy to store, and goes with everything.

This is only a very short write up on Swedish midsommar food. There is more Swedish food in general to come.