Matthias Kamann

Matthias, a professional new-Swede, was born and raised in Germany before going to Sweden for a semester abroad. One semester turned into more than a decade. In 2011 he started the blog Hej Sweden in order to share his Swedish experiences and love for the Swedish people and country.  One result of his constant attempt to discover what it means to live in Sweden like a typical Swede, is the book How to be Swedish - A Quick Guide to Swedishness - In 55 Steps (here on Amazon, also available in German)  For more about Matthias and Hej Sweden, have a look at the About page.
How I made friends in Sweden

How I Made Friends in Sweden

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I recently published the post “How to Make Friends with Swedes – What to Do & Avoid“, in which I share the best tips how to get to know Swedes. Including what to do in … Read more

Making friends in Sweden

How to Make Friends in Sweden – What to Do & Avoid

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According to some polls, Sweden is the worst country to make new friends. And yes, Swedes can seem a little reserved or even cold. But once you understand their culture and social norms it becomes … Read more

Swedish Shrimp Sandwich - "Räksmörgås" - Traditional Recipe from Sweden

Swedish Shrimp Sandwich – “Räksmörgås” – Traditional Recipe from Sweden

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If you have ever been to Sweden, you must have noticed that there are delicious räkmackor (shrimp /prawn sandwiches) on every corner: in the refrigerated shelves of supermarkets, in cafés and at many petrol stations. … Read more

Swedish Princess Cake Recipe prinsesstårta

“Prinsesstårta” Princess Cake – Traditional Recipe from Sweden

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The delicious Swedish princess cake made of green marzipan and lots of cream. It belongs to the standard product of every Swedish confectionery, the “Swedish cake” or Prinsesstårta as it is called in Swedish. It … Read more

Chocolate Balls from Sweden - Recipe - "chokladbollar"

Swedish Chocolate Balls Recipe – “Chokladbollar” from Sweden

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Chocolate balls from Sweden – a savoury chocolate temptation. “Chokladbollar” in Sweden Chokladbollar are absolute classics of the Swedish bakery. Chocolate balls are standard in most Swedish cafés and it is hard to imagine the … Read more

Janssons Frestelse – Traditional Swedish Recipe - (Jansson's Temptation)

Janssons Frestelse – Traditional Swedish Recipe – (Jansson’s Temptation)

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One of the most typical Swedish main courses: Janssons frestelse (Jansson’s temptation). You can find it on menus in Sweden, everywhere where you find classic Swedish home cooking. If you are not in Sweden, but … Read more

Swedish Alphabet

Swedish Alphabet & How to Pronounce Each Letter Correctly

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The Swedish alphabet has 29 letter. That’s three more than the English alphabet has. And Swedes don’t say “from A to Z” but rather “från A till Ö” since Ö is the last letter. Swedish … Read more

Top 100 Swedish Female & Male Given Names – Common Names for Swedish Women & Men

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What is the most common name among Swedish women? Is Agneta or maybe Ida? No, it’s Anna. And what is the most common name for men in Sweden? Is it Sven or even Thor? Nope, the … Read more

Basic Sweden facts and fun facts

Basic Sweden Facts (& Fun Facts)

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Are you looking for some basic facts about Sweden? Maybe you are going to have a Sweden quiz and want to prepare by improving your general knowledge about this Sweden. Check out these quick basic … Read more

Sweden Quiz

Sweden Quiz – 10 Questions to Test Your Sweden Knowledge

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Find out how well you know Sweden by answering these 10 questions. If you answer 8 or more questions right, you can officially call yourself “Hej Sweden’s Sweden Quiz Champion”. :) Find the correct answers … Read more

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