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Semla
Semla is a famous pastry that is traditionally eaten during the early spring months every year. The day on which people eat this party is called "Fettisdagen", knowns as Shrove Tuesday in English. This day always occur 47 days prior to easter and is done as a way to prepare for the fasting before the Christian celebration of easter. The idea of a semla has been around since the Middle Ages but has changed slightly from then.

Every year the variations of semla develops and something new is almost always tried during this time. However, the traditional version always remains and consists of a topped-off bun, filled with whipped cream, almond paste, and finished with sugar lightly spread on the top. This pastry sees many variations each year and competitions for the best semla is hosted yearly. https://www.ica.se/artikel/fakta-om-fettisdagen/

Swedish cuisine