Recorded Books Inc. - Scandinavian gatherings: from afternoon fika to midsummer feast

Copyright 2016 by Melissa Bahen

All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form, or by any electronic, mechanical, or other means, without the prior written permission of the publisher.

Published by Sasquatch Books

Editor: Hannah Elnan

Production editor: Em Gale

Design: Anna Goldstein

Photographs: Charity Burggraaf

Process photographs: Melissa Bahen

Illustrations: Andrea Smith

Map: Kat Marshello

Food Styling: Shannon Douglas

Prop styling and flowers: Rene Beaudoin

Copyeditor: Kristin Vorce Duran

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is available.

Ebook ISBN9781632170699

Sasquatch Books

1904 Third Avenue, Suite 710

Seattle, WA 98101

(206) 467-4300

www.sasquatchbooks.com

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I love the word hygge, a Scandinavian way to describe a life lived beautifully, simply, and cozily. Melissa Bahen has created a completely hygge world in this book.

ADRIANNA ADARME , author of The Year of Cozy

Scandinavian Gatherings in one word: nostalgia! It is just the book I would have loved to have had when I moved to Scandinavia myself. Every project and every recipe is now on my to-do list!

BRITTANY JEPSEN , TheHouseThatLarsBuilt.com

Scandinavian Gatherings is full of the kind of sweet celebrations that make the world a more magical and meaningful place. From the everyday tradition of fika (a daily coffee break to visit with friends and family), to Lucia Day (celebrating light and generosity), I was mesmerized by Melissas family traditions, delectable recipes, and heartfelt gatherings.

JENNIFER SHEA , author of Trophy Cupcakes & Parties!

Melissa Bahen has captured everything I love about the culture that I married intoincluding delicious, comforting baked goods and whimsical, timeless decor rooted in folk tradition. This book will make decorating and cooking for your gatherings just as fun as the gatherings themselves!

MOLLY YEH , MyNameIsYeh.com

A delightful book packed with mouthwatering recipes and charming craft ideas, perfect for anyone looking for a hands-on way to re-create traditional Scandinavian festivities, alone or with the help of the entire family.

NIKI BRANTMARK , MyScandinavianHome.com

Id like to escape into the pages of Scandinavian Gatherings every afternoon, exactly when only a Cream Cake with Fresh Strawberries or Waffle Cookies will do. This gem of a cookbook mixed with crafty projects inspires me to make and celebrate.

MAGGIE BATTISTA , author of Food Gift Love and founder of Eat Boutique

This book is dedicated to my familyto my husband and children, my parents, and my siblings. And to my nana and poppy, who have always fostered a deep love of my Scandinavian heritage. Tack s mycket!