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Christmas holidays in Norway last from Christmas, December 24 to January 13. The festivities end on the day of Saint Kanata, when “Christmas is being swept away” literally. All Christmas trees and New Year decorations are taken to the coffers until the following year. Christmas Eve is traditionally celebrated in the family circle, near the lighted chimney. According to the ancient tradition, for a merry Christmas, the festive dinner is decorated with “7 rolls” namely: Kransekake – a cake of almond rings, Yulekake – a fluffy pastry with the addition of raisins, Fattigmann – baked wood-like pastry, Krumkake – crispy waffle cookie with whipped cream, Pepperkaker – spicy pastry with the addition of ginger, Mandelkake – a yeast pie with the addition of almond crumbs, and Riskrem – a gentle cream from rice pudding with strawberry jam.

Wedding customs in Norway are rooted in the communal system. To get married, the future bride ought to loudly and under witnesses shout to her betrothed “yes”. Personal arrangements alone are not taken into account. Some time ago, all the guests got to the bride’s place where the dowry would be paid, on narrow boats decorated with ribbons and flowers. Present day Norwegians continue this ancient custom with pleasure, supplementing the boat ride with photo sessions. In ancient times, the bride’s hair was adorned with a massive golden crown. Now it has been replaced with a weightless elegant accessory. In any case, the porridge prepared on the day of the wedding from wheat and cream by the bride, still adorns the wedding tables.
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