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Why Identifying Real Baltic Amber Matters Baltic amber has been cherished for centuries, admired not only for its beauty but also for its...

We are thrilled to feature Novuss, a captivating game of skill and strategy from the rich cultures of Estonia and Latvia, at Nord Haus...

The SEPTIŅDIENU (7 day ) ring is one of the most recognized symbols of someone having ties with the Baltic States especially Latvia. A...

What is Mārtiņdiena? How is it celebrated in Latvia? What are some traditions associated with Mārtiņdiena? Why are masks important?

In Latvia, the midsummer festival is called Jāņi (yaaanyi), but can also be referred to as the Līgo Festival (Liigo sveetki). Occurring...

Read about the meaning behind Latvian and Baltic folk symbols, and their place in everyday life.

Read about Nord Haus' vist to the Country Womens Association NSW International Seminar in Dubbo on 6 August 2022

Rye bread is a revered basic staple in the Baltic Republics. Enter a bakery or supermarket and you are met with an almost overwhelming...

How to bake the perfect cookie. Try a Latvian shortbread stye sugar cookie or a Swedish rye cookie utilising our beautiful cookie cutters

Introducing Podusēta from Latvia's Rēzekne region. Each piece is individually handcrafted and finished.

A recipe or Jāņu Siers, the traditional caraway seed fresh cheese eaten during Latvian Midsummer Celebrations (Jāņi, or Ligo Svetki)

Introducing Mara and Liga Lieplapa, the Mother Daughter team that is Latvia's PLUKT Tea. Driven by their passion for nature, these women...

Latvians all over the world recognise each other with this distinctive ring. The ancient folk legend is that during the 13th Century ...

Vaidava's ceramics are all crafted from start to finish by hand, on site in their workshop in Latvia.

Looking for a healthy and eco friendly activity at Easter? Have you tried colouring eggs with onion skins? The nature loving Baltic...