Crayfish Party – a Swedish Tradition
When evening falls and the rocks are still warm from the day's sun, it's time to set the table for a crayfish party. Invite your friends and family to enjoy a classic Swedish tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages.
Traditionally, crayfish season began in early August, marking the start of crayfish fishing. Many still stick to this custom, but today, crayfish are often enjoyed later into the fall. Crayfish have been a delicacy since the 1600s, reserved only for royalty back then. It wasn’t until the 1930s that the word “kräftskiva” (crayfish party) became popular throughout Sweden and the archipelago.