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SUMMARY:Scandinavian Everyday Workshop with Nichole Accettola
DESCRIPTION:Join chef and cookbook author Nichole Accettola for an afternoon of hands-on cooking and baking with recipes from her newest cookbook\, Scandinavian Everyday: Vibrant\, Simple Meals from Northern Europe. As a group\, the class will tackle several recipes highlighting the best of Minnesota’s local produce and products before sharing a light meal. Guests might also be interested in staying for an evening book talk with Nichole to hear more about her cooking and writing journey. \nAdditional information: \n\nThis is a hands-on workshop and includes a light meal. Note that this menu includes gluten and dairy among other allergens\, so please reach out if you have questions about dietary accommodations.\nCoffee and tea are provided; additional beverages are available for purchase prior to class.\nBooks are available for purchase from the ASI Museum Store.\nAdvanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/scandinavian-everyday-workshop-with-nichole-accettola/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Food Programs
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SUMMARY:Scandinavian Everyday Book Talk with Nichole Accettola
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back Nichole Accettola to hear about her newest cookbook\, Scandinavian Everyday: Vibrant\, Simple Meals from Northern Europe. A chef and IACP award-winning author\, Nichole has much to share about how contemporary Scandinavian cuisine offers a simple\, sustainable\, and satisfying approach to cooking and eating at home. In this book talk\, expect to hear about Nichole’s years of living in Denmark\, running Kantine restaurant in San Francisco\, and her journey to becoming a cookbook author\, as well as a few hints for favorite recipes from the book. \nAdditional information: \n\nA Q&A and opportunity for book signing will follow the discussion.\nGuests may also be interested in an opportunity to cook alongside Nichole in an intimate afternoon workshop.\nNichole Accettola is also the author of Scandinavian from Scratch: A Love Letter to the Baking of Denmark\, Norway and Sweden\, an IACP award winning cookbook.\nScandinavian from Scratch and Scandinavian Everyday are both available from the ASI Museum Store. An option to reserve a copy of Scandinavian Everyday for pick up at the event is available at checkout.\nAdvanced registration encouraged\, tickets at the door if available.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/scandinavian-everyday-book-talk-with-nichole-accettola/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Food Programs
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SUMMARY:FIKA Supper Club Concert Series: Lyra Baroque Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:The Lyra Baroque Orchestra returns to ASI for a special night of Nordic repertoire! In the second performance of the FIKA Supper Club Concert Series\, experience the rich sound of a full Baroque ensemble playing period music from the Nordic canon in the comfort of ASI’s Larson Hall. \nThe FIKA Supper Club series brings Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz and classical artists to ASI. Optionally\, guests may enjoy extended dinner hours at FIKA Café before the concert\, then step into Larson Hall for a musical treat beginning at 7 pm. Don’t miss these nights of musical and culinary delight! \nAdditional information: \n\nLimited dinner reservations and a cash bar are available from 4-7 pm. To reserve your table\, email fika@asimn.org.\nAdvanced registration recommended. If available\, tickets at the door will increase to $40.\nNEW this season: purchase a FIKA Supper Club Season Package for $175 ($150 ASI member). Join us for 6 terrific Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz\, and classical music concerts for the price of 5! This option is available at checkout through October 16.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/fika-supper-club-concert-series-lyra-baroque-orchestra/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:FIKA Supper Club Concert Series: Chi Westfelt
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning New York-based Swedish-Vietnamese singer and composer\, Chi Westfelt\, makes her ASI debut! As a rising star\, Westfelt has recently performed at major international festivals including the Charlie Parker Jazz Festival\, Copenhagen Jazz Festival\, and the Inaugural John Coltrane Jazz Festival. Westfelt has been lauded as a fresh voice in the jazz scene for her unique sound and synthesis of many influences. \nThe FIKA Supper Club series brings Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz and classical artists to ASI. Optionally\, guests may enjoy extended dinner hours at FIKA Café before the concert\, then step into Larson Hall for a musical treat beginning at 7 pm. Don’t miss these nights of musical and culinary delight! \nAdditional information: \n\nLimited dinner reservations and a cash bar are available from 4-7 pm. To reserve your table\, email fika@asimn.org.\nAdvanced registration recommended. If available\, tickets at the door will increase to $40.\nNEW this season: purchase a FIKA Supper Club Season Package for $175 ($150 ASI member). Join us for 6 terrific Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz\, and classical music concerts for the price of 5! This option is available at checkout through October 16.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/fika-supper-club-concert-series-chi-westfelt/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:FIKA Supper Club Concert Series: Wingra Wind Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Dive deeper into the world of Nordic classical music with University of Wisconsin-Madison’s faculty ensemble\, Wingra Wind Quintet. This group featuring flute\, oboe\, clarinet\, horn and bassoon will present works by Nordic composers. Founded in 1965\, the Wingra Wind Quintet is one of the longest-running quintets in the nation. Known for artistic and pedagogical excellence\, the ensemble has consistently presented concerts and workshops around the globe to rave reviews. \nThe FIKA Supper Club series brings Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz and classical artists to ASI. Optionally\, guests may enjoy extended dinner hours at FIKA Café before the concert\, then step into Larson Hall for a musical treat beginning at 7 pm. Don’t miss these nights of musical and culinary delight! \nAdditional information: \n\nLimited dinner reservations and a cash bar are available from 4-7 pm. To reserve your table\, email fika@asimn.org.\nAdvanced registration recommended. If available\, tickets at the door will increase to $40.\nNEW this season: purchase a FIKA Supper Club Season Package for $175 ($150 ASI member). Join us for 6 terrific Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz\, and classical music concerts for the price of 5! This option is available at checkout through October 16.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/fika-supper-club-concert-series-wingra-wind-quintet/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:FIKA Supper Club Concert Series: Camerata Nordica
DESCRIPTION:Sweden’s leading chamber orchestra\, Camerata Nordica\, makes its first visit to ASI! Under the auspices of Kalmar Läns Musikstiftelse\, the ensemble has garnered a reputation for its distinctive performance style\, captivating audiences with standing performances\, a conductor-less approach\, and occasional reliance on memory rather than scores. Comprised of both permanent and international members\, Camerata Nordica draws exceptional talent from chamber music ensembles and orchestras across Sweden and Europe. Don’t miss this special performance! \nThe FIKA Supper Club series brings Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz and classical artists to ASI. Optionally\, guests may enjoy extended dinner hours at FIKA Café before the concert\, then step into Larson Hall for a musical treat beginning at 7 pm. Don’t miss these nights of musical and culinary delight! \nAdditional information: \n\nLimited dinner reservations and a cash bar are available from 4-7 pm. To reserve your table\, email fika@asimn.org.\nAdvanced registration recommended. If available\, tickets at the door will increase to $40.\nNEW this season: purchase a FIKA Supper Club Season Package for $175 ($150 ASI member). Join us for 6 terrific Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz\, and classical music concerts for the price of 5! This option is available at checkout through October 16.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/fika-supper-club-concert-series-camerata-nordica/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:FIKA Supper Club Concert Series: Helena Hallberg
DESCRIPTION:Close out the FIKA Supper Club season with returning Swedish singer-songwriter and folk artist\, Helena Hallberg! Described as “Joni Mitchell meets ABBA\,” Hallberg guides her listeners through the complexities of mental health\, female empowerment\, and multiculturalism marked by her compelling songwriting and the unique tone of her Appalachian dulcimer. Last at ASI for the 2024 Midwinter Folk Festival\, Hallberg returns with new songs and stories to tell. \nThe FIKA Supper Club series brings Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz and classical artists to ASI. Optionally\, guests may enjoy extended dinner hours at FIKA Café before the concert\, then step into Larson Hall for a musical treat beginning at 7 pm. Don’t miss these nights of musical and culinary delight! \nAdditional information: \n\nLimited dinner reservations and a cash bar are available from 4-7 pm. To reserve your table\, email fika@asimn.org.\nAdvanced registration recommended. If available\, tickets at the door will increase to $40.\nNEW this season: purchase a FIKA Supper Club Season Package for $175 ($150 ASI member). Join us for 6 terrific Nordic-inflected folk\, jazz\, and classical music concerts for the price of 5! This option is available at checkout through October 16.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/fika-supper-club-concert-series-helena-hallberg/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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