Redaktionen Walk into almost any lunch restaurant, school canteen or traditional restaurant in Sweden on a Thursday, and you will likely see the same two words chalked on the board: ärtsoppa and pannkakor, pea soup and pancakes. For a visitor, the sheer consistency of it across the whole country is the first surprise. Here is what … Read more
Some of Sweden’s best loved dishes have been reworked into plant-based versions, and they turn up on menus across the country. If you want to taste traditional Swedish comfort food without the meat or dairy, these veganized classics are a great place to start. Plant-based meatballs The Swedish meatball, or köttbulle, is the dish most … Read more
Stockholm is one of the easiest cities in Europe for plant-based eating. The capital has a large and growing vegan dining scene, often cited as having several hundred vegan-friendly eateries, so you are rarely far from a good meal, a proper coffee, or a sweet treat made without dairy or eggs. What to expect Plant-based … Read more
If you are self-catering as a visitor or settling in as an expat, Swedish supermarkets make plant-based shopping straightforward. Clear labelling and a strong range of oat-based products mean you can fill a basket with vegan food without much hunting. What makes shopping easy here Sweden is widely considered one of the more vegan-friendly countries … Read more
Gothenburg, known in Swedish as Göteborg, is Sweden’s second city and one of its most vegan-friendly. With a relaxed west-coast feel, a strong cafe culture, and plenty of plant-based options, it is an easy and enjoyable place to eat without meat or dairy. The Gothenburg vibe Gothenburg has a reputation for being friendly and unpretentious, … Read more
You do not need to speak Swedish to eat well as a vegan here, but a handful of words make ordering far easier. This short glossary covers the terms you will see on menus and labels, plus simple phrases for asking whether a dish is plant-based. The core words Most Swedes speak excellent English, so … Read more
Fika is the Swedish tradition of taking a coffee break with something sweet, and it is one of the best parts of life here. The good news for plant-based visitors is that vegan versions of the classic Swedish pastries are widely available, so you can join in without missing out. What is fika? Fika is … Read more
Not every meal in Sweden happens at a dedicated vegan cafe. Sometimes you will find yourself at a classic Swedish restaurant where the menu leans heavily on meat and fish. With a little know-how, you can still eat well, and this guide shows you how. Why traditional restaurants are easier than they look Traditional Swedish … Read more