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Kitchen hero Donal Skehan on Sweden, buns and crayfish parties

Published: 31 Aug 2012

Is the Swedish culinary experience really about meatballs served at IKEA? Donal Skehan, an Irish singer, TV presenter, home cook and food writer, explains his experience of Swedish food traditions. Urban coffee culture and trendy cuisine are all part of the culinary year in Sweden, where seasons dictate what is eaten or sucked.

Irish chef Donal Skehan is your guide to Swedish food traditions.


Read more about the Swedish crayfish party and other traditions

Read more about Donal Skehan

This feature has been published by the Swedish Institute.



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