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A cosy Christmas party – tips to help you throw a traditional Swedish “Glöggmingle” with family and friends
1. Bring out the Christmas tableware
Christmas is all about tradition whether they are old and new. Make the most of the season and set the table you’ve always dreamed of. Get out your Christmas themed tableware for a table full of the Christmas spirit. Here, the Swedish Grace Winter collection with its beautiful winter motif sets the scene. Create a mini buffet table to make it easier for all the guests to help themselves to the goodies and the mulled wine.
2. The star of the show: Glögg
At the heart of the glöggmingle is the glögg itself, a Swedish take on mulled wine. Traditionally made with spiced red wine, raisins, almonds, and a touch of sweetness, glögg is served warm in small cups. Offer both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions so everyone can join in the fun.
If you would like a recipe for an alcohol free recipe you can find one here: Scandinavian Christmas recipes
Keep the glögg warm in a pot on the stove and let the aroma fill your home. Add a ladle and a festive sign so guests can serve themselves. Don’t forget the garnishes, lay out small bowls of slivered almonds and raisins to sprinkle into the drink.
3. Serve the mulled wine in a decanter or a jug
Something to serve the mulled wine from is always nice if you don't want to serve it directly from the stove. Something that keeps the heat well and is easy to serve from. A mulled wine decanter can be nice to match the mulled wine cups with for a uniform table setting, but an insulated thermos jug or even a teapot works just as well.
4. Offer tasty Swedish treats
No Swedish Christmas celebration is complete without a delicious spread of snacks and sweets. While the glögg is the focus, pairing it with traditional nibbles elevates the experience. Serve:
Lussekatter: Saffron-infused buns shaped like an "S"—soft, golden, and irresistible. Discover a recipe for this most Swedish of treats here.
Pepparkakor: Thin ginger biscuits, often cut into festive shapes like hearts or stars. Encourage guests to decorate them with icing for an interactive touch.
Knäckebröd with toppings: Crispbread served with a variety of spreads such as gravlax, cream cheese, or pâté.
5. Set the scene for some cosy Christmas magic
Swedes are masters of creating a mysig (cosy) atmosphere, especially during the darker months, and this is at the heart of a glögg mingle. Start by dimming overhead lights and instead use warm, soft lighting. Candles are a must—place them in clusters on the table, along windowsills, and anywhere that could use a little sparkle. And naturally a Christmas star in the in the window will add to the festive charm.
Hosting a Swedish glöggmingle is more than just a gathering and one of the loveliest parts of hosting a Swedish glöggmingle is introducing others to this cherished tradition. It’s a chance to share the warmth, flavours, and traditions of the Swedish Christmas season with your loved ones. So, light the candles, warm the glögg, and let the festive magic flow!
Styling: Rebecca Sparling, Angeliqa Daldorph
Photography: Elof Martinsson
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