Host the Perfect Swedish Midsummer Party: Tips for Food, Drinks & Decor
Get ready for a Swedish Midsummer celebration with these delightful tips. From dining alfresco to traditional dishes and festive decorations, here's how to host a perfect Midsommar party.
Start with a Beautiful Midsummer's Eve Table. They suggest five simple steps to set the scene. Begin by choosing a long table for a communal feel. Then, add natural elements like wildflowers and greenery for a rustic touch. Our Food Stories recommends serving sill o potatis, a classic pickled herring with potatoes dish, to keep guests satisfied. For a refreshing drink, Julicious suggests raising a glass of something strong, cheering 'Glad Midsommar allihoppa! Skål!' Meanwhile, Elle Decoration France offers a charming activity: create a midsommarkrans, a traditional Swedish flower crown, to adorn your book about Midsummer celebrations, penned by Ann Kristin Hegerfors. Don't forget Anna Kubel's advice to dine alfresco, and Honestly Yum's recommendation for a sweet finish: large, juicy strawberries.
With these tips, your Swedish Midsummer celebration is sure to be a memorable one. From the Beautiful Midsummer's Eve Table to the traditional sill o potatis, a midsommarkrans, and a toast of something strong, your party will capture the essence of lagom - not too little, not too much, just right.
