Astrid Karlsen Scott

The little New England cookbook (printed in 1936) lists 20 recipes; Ekte Norsk Mat (by former Lodge member Astrid Scott) has more than 15 recipes including some interesting fruit soups; and without doubt many of you have created your own favorite soups.

Author Astrid Karlsen Scott Astrid Karlsen Scott, wearing regional outfit known as a bunad. She was selling an authentic Norwegian cook book, three books about Norwegian heroes of World War II, her personal story living in post-war Norway, two volumes about creating a traditional Norwegian Christmas, DVDs about Christmas in Norway and Cooking Norway Style and a then and now photograhic display of Norway. She was also very helpful, offering me selling pointers. She grew up in Oslo and now lives in Olympia, WA.

Astrid Karlsen Scott Author Astrid Karlsen Scott holding book with Sigrid Undset Lodge member

Many of our members have also written books describing growing up as either a Norwegian or Norwegian-American.
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Astrid Karlsen Scott and Tore Haug: Defiant Courage: Norway's Longest WWII Escape
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Astrid Karlsen Scott and Dr. Tore Haug: Authentic Norwegian Cooking
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Astrid Karlsen Scott and Dr. Tore Haug: Jan Baalsrud: og de som reddet ham

Norwegian-born American, Astrid Karlsen Scott, brings you the delectable Christmas recipes of her homeland on location in Norway.

Distributor:Nordic Adventures

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Praise to Astrid Karlsen Scott, producer/director, for bringing this video and 'Christmas in Norway: A Timeless Tradition' to light.Both are delightful additions to any home, school or public library.

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Dedicated to promoting and preserving Norwegian tradition and cultural heritage, Astrid Karlsen Scott is an emigrant from Oslo, Norway, and president of Nordic Adventures.In Authentic Norwegian Cooking, Astrid has compiled more than three hundred wonderful recipes showcasing Norway's culinary history.

Astrid Karlsen Scott

Renowned Author & President of Nordic Adventures
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Astrid Karlsen Scott is a free-lance writer, author, publisher, lecturer and an award winning producer/ director.She has written, published and produced numerous books, videos and audio products about her native homeland, Norway.Her products are internationally acclaimed and her video productions have won the coveted Award of Excellence from the Film Advisory Board, Hollywood, CA.

She has conducted professional tours throughout Scandinavia and Russia and is considered an expert on Norway's culture, traditions, folklore and culinary customs.Astrid has made numerous guest appearances on television and radio talk shows throughout the United States.She has written extensively for a variety of Nordic publications, and she has served as a regional correspondent for Western Viking in Seattle, Food Editor for the Sons of Norway International Viking Magazine for seven years and has been a frequent contributor to Norway Times (New York).As a speaker, lecturer, producer and storyteller who is in constant demand, she often returns to Norway to conduct research and develop new products dealing with her Norwegian heritage.

Astrid has given workshops and lectures for Rotary and Kiwanis clubs, Smithsonian Institute, Norwegian Chambers of Commerce, Colleges & Universities, The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Fraternal organizations, Commercial Clubs, Norsemen Federation, Book Clubs, Study Circles, Churches, and more.

In her free time she has been deeply involved promoting her heritage within the Sons of Norway (SofN) and Daughters of Norway (DofN).Serving as Social/Cultural Director of Eastern District lodges, SofN, organized Boston SofN Lodge, served as its president, cultural director and editor.She has served as president and Cultural Director of the Olympia, WA lodge of DofN, and president of the Scandinavian Cultural Council at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, WA where she established the Council's Endowment Fund and served as it's first chair.

Astrid emigrated from Oslo with her parents and siblings.She is married to Melvin Scott, Jr. and they enjoy three children and eight grandchildren.Astrid and her husband currently resides in Olympia, Washington.

Astrid Karlsen Scott | Read more about Astrid... |  
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ASTRID KARLSEN SCOTT is a free-lance writer, author, publisher, lecturer andan award-winning video producer/director.She is President of Nordic Adventures a company dedicated to the preservation of the Norwegian Heritage.

Born in Norway, she emigrated to the U.S. in 1952 and presently resides with her husband Melvin in Olympia, WA.They have three married children and seven grandchildren.

Astrid has conducted professional tours throughout Scandinavia and Russia and is considered a leading expert on Norway's culture, traditions, folklore and culinary customs.She has written and produced numerous books, videos and audio products about her homeland.Her products are internationally acclaimed and her videos have won the coveted Award of Excellence from the Film Advisory Board, Hollywood.She was food editor of the International Viking magazine for seven years, and a writer/columnist for Norway Times and Western Viking newspapers.

As a speaker, lecturer, and storyteller, she is in constant demand.She returns often to Norway to conduct research and develop new products dealing with her Norwegian heritage.

LECTURES:Astrid has given workshops and lectures for Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs, Smithsonian Institute, Norwegian Chambers of Commerce, Colleges & Universities, The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Fraternal organizations, Commercial clubs, Norsemen Federation, Book clubs, Study Circles, Churches, and more.

Her lectures include the following, as well as additional topics:

President, Author, and Award-winning Producer/Director, Astrid Karlsen Scott, a native of Norway, is internationally known for her books on Norwegian culture.Her video "Christmas in Norway" has been shown on television in the USA and Scandinavia.
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About Astrid

ASTRID KARLSEN SCOTT is a free-lance writer, author, publisher, lecturer andan award-winning video producer/director.She is President of Nordic Adventures a company dedicated to the preservation of the Norwegian Heritage.

Born in Norway, she emigrated to the U.S. in 1952 and presently resides with her husband Melvin in Olympia, WA.They have three married children and seven grandchildren.

Astrid has conducted professional tours throughout Scandinavia and Russia and is considered a leading expert on Norway's culture, traditions, folklore and culinary customs.She has written and produced numerous books, videos and audio products about her homeland.Her products are internationally acclaimed and her videos have won the coveted Award of Excellence from the Film Advisory Board, Hollywood.She was food editor of the International Viking magazine for seven years, and a writer/columnist for Norway Times and Western Viking newspapers.

As a speaker, lecturer, and storyteller, she is in constant demand.She returns often to Norway to conduct research and develop new products dealing with herNorwegian heritage.

LECTURES:Astrid has given workshops and lectures for Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs, Smithsonian Institute, Norwegian Chambers of Commerce, Colleges & Universities, The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Fraternal organizations, Commercial clubs, Norsemen Federation, Book clubs, Study Circles, Churches, and more.

Her lectures include the following, as well as additional topics:

"The Fine Art of Norwegian Hospitality," Astrid Karlsen Scott, Writer and Educator, Seattle
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Astrid Karlsen Scott, Author and Lecturer "The Scandinavian Immigrant Collection: An Archive of Heritage at Pacific Lutheran University."

The program is lead by Astrid Karlsen Scott, a native of Norway who emigrated to the U.S. in 1952.Considered an expert on Norway's culture, folklore, and foodways, Scott has written and produced books and award-winning videos about her native land.She is the executive vice president of Nordic Spirit Productions and president of Nordic Adventures.Her books are available for signing after the event.

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