Swedish Meatballs (Svenska Kottbullar)

It rained and rained today.  I have an alternative work schedule that allows me to have every other Friday off, and today was my free day.

My feet became wet within thirty minutes of leaving the apartment, and they were wet for the following five hours. Yuck.  

Norwegian Almond Cake

So, what do you know about Norway?  A couple of weeks ago, a friend held a Scandinavian themed potluck.  I brought this Norwegian Almond Cake.  People also brought cheese, Swedish meatballs, and a berry tea, among other things.

I'm not sure if this is an authentic dish.  According to Wikipedia, Norwegian desserts often have berries and cardamom.  The site also mentions Krumkake, a thin rolled caked with whipped cream, and Julekake, a spiced leavened loaf cake coated with cinnamon and sugar.  There was no mention of almond cake.