Spend any amount of time with Swedes, and you will quickly realise what a fun, and polite bunch they are! That is not to say they are without their quirks; one thing you will quickly notice is a pouch that some Swedes like to keep between their gums and lips to suck on. This little pouch contains snus, which is something the Swedes use to replace smoking in certain situations. The good news is that now you can enjoy this Swedish delight too! Simply head to snusdirect to order fresh snus delivered directly to your door. But what else makes up Swedish culture? Read on to find out.

Swedes and the Great Outdoors

Spending time outdoors is a fundamental aspect of Swedish culture. With some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, this should come as no surprise. Valborg is a feast that celebrates the passing of winter. It is characterised by the lighting of huge bonfires across the country to celebrate the coming of spring. In summer, specifically the middle of summer, there is always Midsommar to look forward to. Celebrated on the longest day of the year, Swedes dance around a pole decorated with leaves and flowers. During the cold winter, there is Christmas to celebrate, with the cold in no way stopping Swedes from enjoying the great outdoors.

Swedish cuisine

No article on Swedish culture would be complete without mentioning some of the delicious food and drink that you can sample if you visit. Perhaps most famous is the Swedish smörgåsbord – a buffet-style meal with a mixture of hot and cold dishes. Traditional Swedish cuisine features pork – try Swedish meatballs – and fish – look for pickled herring. Thursdays are traditionally soup day, so sample some Ärtsoppa (yellow pea) soup. For those with a sweet tooth, don’t miss out on trying what can almost be described as Sweden’s national food – Kanelbulle – a delicious spiced wheat bread roll that’s the perfect accompaniment for a good cup of coffee.