Anna Brones' recently published cookbook, "Fika: The Art of the Swedish Coffee Break." (Samantha Bakall/The Oregonian) While a cup of coffee is often seen as the way to jumpstart your day, in Sweden ...

On the many trips abroad that my late husband, Craig, and I took together, the search for great local food and drink was always one of our top priorities. (We once managed to convince our group tour ...

In Sweden, the traditional coffee break, known as fika, is an institution. Dating back to the 19th century, fika is not just about grabbing a cup of joe — it’s also about the treats, the conversation, ...

You might be familiar with “hygge” (hoo-gah), the Danish term for coziness and conviviality in the depths of winter. But the Swedes have an equally cozy practice we’re embracing this season: Fika, ...