Being a Norwegian-American living in Seattle, I always look forward to Syttende Mai, or 17th of Mai, Norwegian Constitution Day. With its rich Scandinavian heritage, Seattle boasts one of the largest Syttende Mai festivals outside of Norway, and this year’s celebration was no exception. The streets of Ballard were packed with people who turned out […]
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In Search of Scandinavian Seattle: Scandinavian Specialties
The past several years have had me digging deeper and deeper into my Norwegian heritage. Having grown up as a Norwegian-American once removed from Norway on my dad’s side (and the same heritage on my mom’s, just a few more generations removed), the cultural trappings–from the food to the traditions–have been an integral part of […]
Last-Minute DIY Gift Ideas: Holiday Cocktail Infusions from Hotel 1000
When it comes to gift-giving this time of year, i start thinking about presents for friends and loved ones well in advance, even making early versions of gift lists as soon as the first ideas come to mind. But when it comes to actually going out and buying presents and finalizing the list, I rely […]