Fun with Fika

Recently, I’ve been more mindful about taking breaks without self-initiated interruptions or distractions. This includes turning my phone off, not checking email or social media and just enjoying some down time. With busy professional and personal schedules, sometimes it’s hard to remember to stop and smell the coffee. I recently checked out the book Fika : the art of the Swedish coffee break, with recipes for pastries, breads, and other treats by Anna Brones & Johanna Kindvall.  This is a great read and sums up the idea of Fika beautifully with traditional recipes.

Fika is  time dedicated each day to stop working and spend time taking a break (while indulging in delicious coffee and baked goods). Not a coffee or sweets fan? No worries. Many also enjoy tea or juices and a variety of other foods like sandwiches. Fika can be done alone, with friends or co-workers or even with someone you have just met. What makes Fika so special is the Swedes value and emphasis of putting time aside to enjoy a break-whether you’re at home, work or out and about. To stop and smell the coffee if you will.