In Sweden, today – and every 25th of March – is WAFFLE DAY! If you ever needed an excuse to eat waffles, here it is.
Waffles in the U.S. are a breakfast food, covered in syrup and butter. In Sweden, however, waffles are strictly dessert covered in freshly whipped cream and strawberry jam.
Why is it Waffle Day? They say that it stems from the mispronunciation of “vårfrudagen” (Our Lady’s Day) to “våffeldagen” (Waffle Day). Leave it to Swedes to turn the conception of Christ into a day to enjoy waffles!
Susan says
March 26, 2013 at 10:55 pmIt seems like Swedes have all sorts of reasons to eat pastry and dessert. That’s my kind of place! Hope your waffles were wonderful.
Astrid says
March 28, 2013 at 12:12 pmI love Waffle Day! 🙂
Candice says
April 2, 2013 at 11:03 amHi Meg
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Heidi says
April 2, 2013 at 7:34 pmIn my family, waffles (aswell as pancakes) are dinner. With icecream and jam. <3