Accidental Shepherd: An Interview with Liese Greensfelder
A summer job turns serious when a young woman takes the reins on a remote farm—and learns far more than how to herd sheep
Trading Up
People will go to great lengths to support their favorite sports team. When the team then makes it to a semifinal game, it can be a race to secure a ticket to see the game up close and personal. But when the tickets sell out quickly, it’s time to get creative. That is just what one man in Norway did.
The Bountiful Nature of Hardanger
The Hardanger region in western Norway is home to many natural wonders, making it a popular destination for both domestic and international visitors.
Shrimp and Cucumber Salad with Horseradish Mayo
This refreshing and flavorful salad is a perfect accompaniment to any meal, offering a delightful combination of succulent shrimp, crunchy cucumber, and tangy horseradish mayonnaise. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy meal or a special occasion dish, this recipe is sure to impress.
Sons of Norway – What’s Behind the Name?
Like the layers of a celebratory bløtkake at Syttende Mai, the name Sons of Norway is multi-tiered and laden with rich bits of history. Let’s break down the ingredients of how our name came to be.
Echoes of Our Ancestors
Fraternal Manager Jana Velo has been a member of Sons of Norway since she was in the single digits. Since 2014, Jana has served in various cultural roles in the Fraternal department and is the Content Editor for Viking magazine, E-Post and Newsletter Service.
Centuries of the Craft
Sitting next to lake Randsfjorden, an hour's drive from Oslo, a hidden gem can be found. This Norwegian secret is known as Hadeland Glassverk (Hadeland Glassworks).
Aquavit Caraway Spritzer
Celebrate Syttende Mai with this aquavit spritzer with a fresh citrusy twist! Skål!
Welcoming Spring
The grass is turning greener, flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and temperatures are rising. Spring is in full swing! And with that, people are ready to emerge from winter’s cold and darkness to take advantage of the beautiful outdoors.
Climbing a Sea Cliff
Hornelen mountain is located in western Norway, on the island of Bremangerlandet. Situated in the Nordfjord region of the country, the cliff is said to be the highest in all of Europe at 2,820 feet. Aside from the marked trail that is available for hikers to use that takes about 4 hours to complete, there is another option for those that are a bit more adventurous.
Roasted Leg of Lamb – Helstekt lammelår
This recipe is a classic Norwegian dish; a slowly roasted leg of lamb served with creamed and gratinated potatoes and vegetables.
Refresh Your Finances
Spring cleaning your finances is a great way to refresh your financial situation and set yourself up for success. Yes, it is that time of year when we clean up our home and important review of all that makes us us.