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Kleppmelk- A Classic Regional Middag

Kleppmelk (dumpling milk) is a creamy soup commonly eaten in Northern Norway, Trøndelag and Møre og Romsdal. It consists of thick dumpling dough formed into balls, simmered in milk and topped with cinnamon and sugar. Despite its light sweetness, this is no dessert, but is considered a main dish.

By |September 19th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Kleppmelk- A Classic Regional Middag

Kleppmelk / Dumpling Soup

Kleppmelk (dumpling soup) is a creamy soup commonly eaten in Northern Norway, Trøndelag, Vestland, and Møre og Romsdal, with each region having a slightly different recipe.

By |September 18th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Kleppmelk / Dumpling Soup

Arctic Race Goes Electric

The 2023 edition of the Arctic Race of Norway took place August 17-20. While this race always twists across Norway’s Arctic terrain, the course varies from year to year.

By |August 23rd, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Arctic Race Goes Electric

The Royal Grad

2023 has a been a special year for Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 2nd in line to the Norwegian throne. While finishing her final year of high school, Ingrid Alexandra already had an office in the Royal Palace.

By |July 20th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on The Royal Grad

The Impossible Jump in Hellesylt [Interview]

When my great-grandmother and seterjente Anne Berta Pedersdatter left behind family and home in Norway, her last residence was Helsæt gard in Sunnylven kommune. The site of that same farm was recently the landing pad of the latest stunt in Tom Cruise’s movie Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1.

By |July 20th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on The Impossible Jump in Hellesylt [Interview]

Biking to Work for 50 years

Since 1973, Norges Bedriftsidrettsforbund (the Norwegian Business Sports Association) has encouraged citizens to commute by bicycle and choose green trips when running errands. As a result of this initiative, over a million Norwegians have taken part in their bike to work program

By |June 13th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Biking to Work for 50 years

Rabarbrakake – Rhubarb Cake

Rhubarb comes up early in spring and makes for a delicious variety of bakes, especially for Midtsommer. This zippy fruity cake is baked in a long pan, so there’s plenty to share at your summer grill party. Makes 20 portions.

By |June 12th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Rabarbrakake – Rhubarb Cake

Bunads of Norway

Bunads are garments worn for Norwegian celebrations and holidays such as weddings, baptisms, graduation, confirmation and May 17th, Constitution Day.

By |May 17th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Bunads of Norway

Coloring Contest

We are getting excited for Norway’s national day, Syttende Mai, on May 17th! As a creative challenge, we’re holding a coloring contest. Show off your coloring skills to have your artistic talents featured on Epost and sofn.com! Share this page with your family members of all ages.

By |April 14th, 2023|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Coloring Contest
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