Happy Easter!

Easter has a number of things in common with Chrsitmas in Sweden. Easter cards are sent, Easter decorations are hung up and homes are decorated with little chicks, hens and roosters.

The home glows with yellow, which is so typical for Easter. There is no tree to decorate but people do put up Easter branches decorated with feathers in vibrant colors.


And of course we can’t forget the eggs! In Sweden children are given eggs made of paper that can be opened and filled with candy. Food plays a central role in most Swedish festivities and Easter is no exception. Lamb is eaten on Easter (which is what we’re having), some herring, eggs and maybe a little schnapps.


Something a little unique in Sweden is that the children dress up like Easter witches, with brooms, coffee post, cats and scarves on their heads. It’s a tradition that has a dark history, but no one thinks about it, when you see these adorable children going door to door asking for Easter candy.

I hope you all get a lot of rest, good food and fun during the holiday with your friends and family. I’ll leave you with these happy Easter photos.

Happy Easter!