Danish christmas

How is a Danish Christmas different from an American Christmas? Every country has their own traditions that are cherished and make their country feel special in a world where American tradition tends to overpower. It is important to keep your countries traditions alive, especially if you don’t live there anymore, like my mom. It keeps […]

Danes seriously know how to do christmas. We're lucky enough to spend christmas in christmas country and here's a run down of some of the awesome and crazy traditions that are to this day being honored in this capital of christmas.

During the Christmas month, you would typically invite friends and family over for æbleskiver and gløgg on weekend afternoons. I have seen æbleskiver described as a Danish dessert, but you would rarely see æbleskiver as part of a meal, and even more rarely, you would see æbleskiver served without gløgg.

Danish Christmas traditions differ a good deal from American traditions. Hygge is at the centre as the Danes countdown to Christmas Eve. During this dark time, food, alcohol, decorations and presents bring light to the hearts and homes in Denmark.

Danish Christmas Tree

Christmas is a perfect time for being present in the ritual of celebrating the end of every year. Danish chef and cookbook author Trine Hahnemann shares the traditions she uses to make her famous Christmas menu. Don't mess with Danish Christmas Dinner.

What is Christmas hygge, why does it make people happy and how can we make it part of our own traditions? Here's our guide to embracing a Scandinavian Christmas.

Count Down to Christmas: Danish Christmas Traditions - There are many Danish culture Christmas traditions, including the Danish advent candle, Danish advent calender, and so much more. Learn all about Christmas traditions in Denmark as they count down to Christmas!

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