Crayfish party

A crayfish party (Swedish: kräftskiva [ˈkrɛ̂ftˌɧiːva]) is a traditional summertime eating and drinking celebration in the Nordic countries.

The tradition, originating in Sweden, has also spread to Finland via its Swedish-speaking population[1] and Norway.

[2] Akvavit and other kinds of snaps are served, as well as beer, and traditional drinking songs (snapsvisa) may be sung.

Bread, mushroom pies, strong Västerbotten cheese, salads and other dishes are served buffet-style.

For the inaugural Swedish dinner, the festival was honoured by the presence of a special guest, the First Secretary and Chancellor of Spain, Eva Boix.

Crayfish party in Häringe slott , Sweden 1991.
Crayfish cooked with dill in the traditional manner.
Kräftskiva with traditional decorations and dishes