Discover the traditions and flavors of Sweden with our Swedish cooking kit. From comforting classics to everyday favorites, experience a cuisine rooted in simplicity and togetherness.
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Brazil
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France
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Israel
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Ethiopia
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Mexico
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Kenya
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Brazil
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Vegetarian
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Morocco
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UK
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Greece
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Brazil
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Italy
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Ethiopia
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South Korea
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France
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Israel
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(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore Sweden's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore Sweden's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
The recipes reflect well-known Swedish dishes and comforting, balanced flavor profiles, from hearty classics to simple, seasonal specialties, while the cultural booklet introduces you to traditions, regional influences, and everyday life across Sweden. These 3 popular Swedish recipes serve 4 people. Additional spices and sauces or other add ons are available for larger families. Note - click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.
Sweden’s most famous dish must be Köttbullar / Swedish meatballs! Its popularity increased when the Swedish company, Ikea, started introducing it to the world at their stores. However, these meatballs did not originate in Sweden - the dish was based on a recipe that King Charles XII of Sweden brought back from Turkey in the early 18th century!
Renskavspanna has its root in the Sámi culture (one of the oldest indigenous people in northern Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia) where thin slices of frozen reindeer meat are fried in a pan with wild mushrooms. Traditionally renskav was a winter dish cooked over an open fire and made from frozen reindeer meat that had been buried in the snow. In our recipe, instead of reindeer we use semi-frozen beef ribeye steak that is thinly sliced/shaved and cook it in a mushroom sauce without compromising the taste!
Thursday in Sweden is Ärtsoppa & Pannkakor day (pea soup with pancakes)! This classic has been a Thursday staple for Swedes for as long as it can remembered. There are many stories as to why Ärtsoppa & Pannkakor are always served on Thursdays. One is that Catholics in the middle ages made this dish on a Thursday to eat a filling meal before the Friday fast. Traditionally this Swedish pea soup is cooked in salted ham hock / pork knuckle but in our version, we made it vegan without any meat products. It is still as good especially when you are rewarded after with Pannkakkor, served with whipped cream and preserves!
Sweden’s most famous dish must be Köttbullar / Swedish meatballs! Its popularity increased when the Swedish company, Ikea, started introducing it to the world at their stores. However, these meatballs did not originate in Sweden - the dish was based on a recipe that King Charles XII of Sweden brought back from Turkey in the early 18th century!
Renskavspanna has its root in the Sámi culture (one of the oldest indigenous people in northern Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia) where thin slices of frozen reindeer meat are fried in a pan with wild mushrooms. Traditionally renskav was a winter dish cooked over an open fire and made from frozen reindeer meat that had been buried in the snow. In our recipe, instead of reindeer we use semi-frozen beef ribeye steak that is thinly sliced/shaved and cook it in a mushroom sauce without compromising the taste!
Thursday in Sweden is Ärtsoppa & Pannkakor day (pea soup with pancakes)! This classic has been a Thursday staple for Swedes for as long as it can remembered. There are many stories as to why Ärtsoppa & Pannkakor are always served on Thursdays. One is that Catholics in the middle ages made this dish on a Thursday to eat a filling meal before the Friday fast. Traditionally this Swedish pea soup is cooked in salted ham hock / pork knuckle but in our version, we made it vegan without any meat products. It is still as good especially when you are rewarded after with Pannkakkor, served with whipped cream and preserves!
From snowy winter nights with warm glögg to vibrant midsummer feasts filled with snappy songs and sips of Aquavit, Sweden's drink culture is rich in history, ritual, and a dash of Nordic fun. Our Sweden drink brochure features cozy cocktails, Nordic-style mocktails, and wine and beer pairings that highlight the balance, warmth, and tradition behind Swedish cuisine and celebrations. All drink pairing recipes are curated with guidance from award-winning mixologist Anthony Caporale and the wine experts at IPO Wines. Note on wine: We highlight grape varieties and regions not specific winemakers. ALL COCKTAILS CAN BE MADE ZERO-PROOF WITH NON-ALCOHOLIC BASES.
$5.00
Have additional kids, how about extra SWEDEN flag pin and sticker- one for each child? 1 country flag pin 1 country sticker Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$2.00
Need extra servings or want to repeat your favorite dishes? Grab our spice, sauce, and grain mixes to whip up all three recipes againand keep the delicious fun going! no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box otherwise, there is shipping feebased on weight
$10.00
Have additional kids, how about getting extra cooking tool(s)? One for each child! Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$5.00
Our Family Box makes for a memorable family cooking experience or as a great add on to your homeschool or in class educational experience. Our recipes serve 4 and include spices and sauces and a shopping list for the fresh ingredients.
With 3 recipes that serve 4 in each box, our Adult Box is perfect for three intimate date nights or a dinner party for 12. We provide the harder-to-find sauces and spice mixes and you just add the fresh ingredients.
SWEDEN, located in Northern Europe on the Scandinavian Peninsula, is known for its stunning natural beauty, innovative design, and high quality of life. From shimmering lakes and vast forests to modern cities like Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden blends nature with sophistication. Renowned for its contributions to music, fashion, and technology, it’s the birthplace of ABBA, IKEA, and Spotify. With traditions like fika (coffee and pastry breaks) and Midsummer celebrations, Sweden embraces balance, community, and the simple joys of everyday life. Swedish cuisine is known for its simple, comforting flavors, featuring hearty ingredients like potatoes, seafood, and warming spices balanced with subtle sweetness. This kit makes those flavors approachable, even if you have never cooked Swedish food before.
eat2explore is suitable for ALL ages - designed for ages 5 and up with adult guidance. Family Edition kits are ideal for kids and parents cooking together, while Adult Edition boxes include drink pairings for date nights and group gatherings.
• Families looking for fun quality time together • Parents who want to cook with their kids • Homeschool families and cultural learning activities • Gift-givers looking for meaningful, educational experiences • Curious young explorers who love discovering the world
• Couples planning at-home date nights • Hosts looking for a unique dinner party idea • Foodies who enjoy global flavors • Gift-givers seeking an experience-based present • Adults with dietary preferences, such as gluten-free or vegetarian options.
Dried spice blends typically last over two years. Sauces are hot-filled and Cornell Food Tech approved, with a shelf life of over one year unopened. Fresh batches are produced monthly.
You can choose individual country boxes or build your own bundle by selecting the specific countries you’d like to explore - all shipped together in one shipment. For our monthly subscription, you’ll receive a new featured country box each month. Country selection is not available with the subscription.
Some of our country boxes are suitable for gluten-free and vegetarian diets because the spice blends and sauce mixes included in those boxes are gluten-free and vegetarian. These boxes are specially identified as Gluten-Free or Vegetarian-Optional. Vegetarian-Optional means that while some recipes may traditionally include meat, we provide clear vegetarian and vegan cooking instructions along with easy ingredient swap suggestions.
We currently ship to all U.S. states and Canada. Orders are processed within 2–3 business days, and delivery times vary depending on the shipping address and carrier. Please check your order tracking for details. Shipping of explore boxes is free for customers in the continental United States, with an additional fee for Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. We also offer expedited shipping within the U.S. for an additional cost.
Overall rating: 4.383889 / 5 from 1589 reviews.
Explore Sweden offers a delightful culinary journey with great recipes, delicious food, and a variety of countries. Customers love the easy-to-make kits, themed boxes, and the overall experience. The gift aspect is highly appreciated, though opinions on ingredients vary.
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"So far so good. We accidentally used the wrong seasoning packet on our first meal, lol, but it was a great learning experience. So far everything seems easy to follow. I may have more thoughts after a few more boxes."
"We thoroughly enjoyed this Italy kit. It was thoughtfully put together and it makes for a really great few date nights! After doing our first one, we are both looking forward to cooking our next meal from our kitchen together!"
"I provided this to my clients after their cruise to France. They all loved it, and really thought it was unique. They also said that the chicken came out just like the recipe and was so moist and tasty."
"We have gotten all the kits from each country and our family really enjoys them! They're educational, not only for the kids but for us adults as well. The recipes bring us together as we learn facts about different countries, cooking techniques, and trying new food."
"It was such a great experience shopping for the ingredients together as a family and then coming home to cook it together! Such a great learning activity to add to homeschooling. My daughter is 4 and loved this whole experience! She got to learn about Greece too and then eat a dish we personally made. How fun is that!?"
"My 12y made Jamaican Curry. It came out delicious."
"Kids love exploring the world with this subscription. They love cooking the recipes. Instructions are easy to follow, and dishes are delicious! The passport and the flag pins are very exciting for them!"
"We got the apron and the cookbook, which is awesome, but we didn't get the 2 country boxes."
"I got my son the 6 month subscription to start and see how we liked it. So far we have enjoy each month. But all the months we have gotten have been countries from Asia and my son is started getting bored. I wish we would have gotten more of a variety of other countries. Overall we have enjoyed trying new recipes and foods that we wouldn’t have otherwise tried. I definitely would consider renewing our subscription in the future."
"My family and I made Chicken Bulgogi, Namul, and Bidnaetteok. It was all delicious and fun to make. Dak Bulgogi will be a new staple in our household. We love learning about different cultures and culinary experiences."
