And then it’s time to move on again: the expat cycle
Few expats know in advance how long they will stay, as extensions are not unusual, nor are sudden changes of plan.
Community
Expat Cookbook
Recipe of the week: Vafler
- by YLC Stockholm
- 26 May 2013
Everyone loves waffles, but it holds a special place in Norwegian hearts. With this authentic recipe, you can enjoy them too!
Community
Expat Cookbook
Recipe of the week: Lapskaus
- by YLC Stockholm
- 19 May 2013
Lapskaus (literally ‘stew’) is a traditional Norwegian dish used to make a few cheap cuts of meat go a very long way. It is made by most families across Norway and for every family… there’s a different recipe. It can be watery or thick, use brown beef gravy or bechamel sauce – what is consistent is […]
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Getting Around
Tourist Information
Parking and driving in Sweden: the YLC Guide
- by Morgan Erickson
- 17 May 2013
Take a look at some of the basic rules you need to know when driving, and especially parking, in the City …
Community
Expat Traditions
What's on: Stockholm
Norwegian National Day in Stockholm: 17th May
- by YLC Stockholm
- 15 May 2013
Nasjonaldagen (National Day) is a momentous day in the Norwegian calendar. In neighbour capital Stockholm, 10,000 people participate in the festivities every year. Here’s your chance to be one of them in 2013! You may also like: Recipe of the Week: Fårikål Recipe of the Week: Pannekaker A Brief History of the Constitution Norway was on Boney’s side in the […]
Expat Support
Family
Parenting
Parenting in a foreign land – Part 2
- by YLC Stockholm
- 14 May 2013
Lysanne Sizoo looks at multilingualism, schools and some typical character traits of so-called Third Culture Kids (TCKs)
Community
Expat Cookbook
Recipe of the Week: Fårikål
- by YLC Stockholm
- 12 May 2013
Fårikål literally means ‘sheep in cabbage’ and the secret to getting this dish perfect is simple. Plain ingredients, excellent quality will make your fårikål the best in town.
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Swedish Culture
Hot on the porridge: The YLC guide to Swedish expressions
- by Rebecca Martin
- 10 May 2013
Daunted by navigating the well-filled pantry of Swedish sayings? We’re here to help!
Creative Arts
Lifestyle
Music
Swedish Culture
What's on: Stockholm
The YLC guide to summer music festivals in Stockholm
- by Rebecca Martin
- 9 May 2013
Summer and music make a perfect combination in Stockholm! Find the festival that best suits your taste!
Family
Swedish Culture
Tourist Information
What's on: Stockholm
ABBA the Museum: grand opening in Stockholm
- by Rebecca Martin
- 7 May 2013
Finally – after months of eager anticipation – ABBA The Museum opens in Stockholm!