[1] Rømme is a Norwegian word meaning sour cream; grøt translates as 'porridge'.

Traditionally, rømmegrøt is a delicacy prepared for special occasions, including holidays.

[2] Rømmegrøt is thick and sweet and is generally drizzled in butter and sprinkled with sugar and ground cinnamon.

The storyline is based on a grandmother making the dish with her granddaughter, and includes a recipe.

In Westby, Wisconsin, a city that celebrates its Norwegian heritage, there is an annual rømmegrøt eating contest.