Fika's little book

When you crave simple pleasures, a cup of coffee is unbeatable with a bite of deliciousness. Swedes especially love to sweeten the often cold and dark Scandinavian weekdays, so they indulge in the ritual of drinking coffee several times a day, which they have developed to artistic perfection. This ceremony is called fika, or coffee break. Slowing down and relaxing for a few minutes with a cup of coffee is an essential part of Swedish culture. And perhaps one of the keys to their satisfaction with themselves and life, because a cup of coffee sipped with a friend is happiness itself. If you want to know more about this centuries-old tradition and want to experience such cloudless moments yourself, read this little book full of practical advice and mouth-watering recipes! LYNDA BALSLEV is an award-winning author of cookbooks, gastronomy and travel books, who loves coffee, cinnamon rolls and other delicacies.