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Turn August 1 into your summer party

The time has finally come: Switzerland's birthday is just around the corner. And we're celebrating with you! Are you planning a brunch or a barbecue with friends or family? Whether in the garden or at a picnic in the countryside: let yourself be inspired here - we have put together ideas, summery decoration tips and delicious recipes for a successful celebration.

An off-white DOFTSKÖLD 24-piece cutlery set outside
Four cows on a field.
An in/outdoor/beige SANDKÖRSBÄR plant pot outside
An outdoor dining area features a light brown stained NÄMMARÖ chair with armrests around a wooden table set for a meal.

Good preparation is everything

The location is set, invitations have been sent out, now it's time to start planning the food, drinks and decorations. Whether you're opting for a BBQ or a more classic menu, fine salads and fruity iced tea are sure to go down well with your guests.

A garden setting with greenery and a sun parasol features a black-blue GRYTSHOLM nest of tables, perfect for outdoor use.
Hot dogs with red onions, fried onions, ketchup and mustard, served on a wooden board.
A beige STOCKHOLM 2025 serving bowl outside
A light turquoise/light grey UPPFYLLD ice lolly maker outside
A light brown stained NÄMMARÖ outdoor shelving unit on a patio. It stores dinnerware, napkins, oil bottles and seat cushions.

Everything you need for your celebration

Small details and coordinated decorative accessories give your party location that little extra touch.

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Matt black cutlery set: fork & spoon, stainless steel, modern handles.White bowl of green salad with black spoon and fork, placed on a wooden table.
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TILLAGD 2-piece serving set, black, 24 cm

Price CHF 19.95
AFTONHAJ Serving bowl, stainless steel, 26 cmSilver stainless steel serving set with pitcher, cups, and bowl on wooden table. Modern minimalist design.

AFTONHAJ Serving bowl, stainless steel, 26 cm

Price CHF 12.95
RÖDGASELL Carafe, clear glass, 1.2 lRÖDGASELL Carafe, clear glass, 1.2 l
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RÖDGASELL Carafe, clear glass, 1.2 l

Price CHF 9.95
PÅVEFINK wicker lantern, natural light beige, circular with handle, bamboo & glass.PÅVEFINK Lantern for pillar candle, bamboo, 25 cm

PÅVEFINK Lantern for pillar candle, bamboo, 25 cm

Price CHF 24.95
FRUKTDUVA Champagne coupe, clear glass, 24 clFRUKTDUVA Champagne coupe, clear glass, 24 cl
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FRUKTDUVA Champagne coupe, clear glass, 24 cl

Price CHF 2.50
OLIVTRAST 2-piece serving set, walnutSmall wooden dish with olives, part of OLIVTRAST dark walnut serving set, styled on patterned tablecloth.
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OLIVTRAST 2-piece serving set, walnut

Price CHF 14.95
IKEA 365+ glass jar with bamboo lid and metal tap. Clear, cylindrical, modern design for beverages.Beverage dispenser with water, ice, lime. Two glasses poured.

IKEA 365+ Jar with tap, bamboo/clear glass, 4 l

Price CHF 24.95

Ready, set, grill!

Barbecuing with family and friends means a good mood and delicious food - there is something for everyone. With fine marinades - prepared and pickled the day before - the grilled food becomes especially tender.

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A natural colour/beige OMBONAD napkin outside
A stainless steel GRILLTIDER barbecue basket outside
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Big and small helpers for your BBQ

You can rely on these practical grill helpers: barbecue tongs, skewers and practical spray bottles for your homemade BBQ sauces.

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GRILLTIDER Barbecue basket, stainless steel, 33x19 cmGRILLTIDER Barbecue basket, stainless steel, 33x19 cm

GRILLTIDER Barbecue basket, stainless steel, 33x19 cm

Price CHF 9.95
GRILLTIDER Squeeze bottle, white/transparent, 200 mlGRILLTIDER Squeeze bottle, white/transparent, 200 ml

GRILLTIDER Squeeze bottle, white/transparent, 200 ml

Price CHF 1.50
Stainless steel gas grill with black stand, side shelves, and four burners. Contemporary design for outdoor cooking.Black outdoor gas grill with hood, four burners, and side storage on patio near house.

GRILLSKÄR Gas barbecue w 2 side tables, stainless steel/outdoor, 85/109/133x61 cm

Price CHF 699.00
Two hanging kitchen towels; one striped grey and gold, the other geometric grey and white. Made of absorbent cotton and jute.Person holding a grey patterned towel over a wine glass beside a cheese platter.

SANDVIVA Tea towel, yellow/grey, 45x60 cm

Price CHF 8.95/2 pack
Two brightly coloured trivets; one red, one gold. Oval shapes with cutouts, made from compressed bamboo.Dinner setup with bamboo stand, dish, veggies, glass, and plates.

ELDSTJÄRT Pot stand, set of 2, oval/light brown red, 26x16 cm

Price CHF 6.95
SANDVIVA black silicone oven mitt, heat-resistant, textured grip, hangs for storage.Person using silicone oven mitt to remove dishes from oven. Mitt protects hands and provides grip.

SANDVIVA Oven glove, silicone/dark grey

Price CHF 4.95
GRILLTIDER Serving basket, bright redWooden serving board with handles, small metal cups, corn, burgers in basket, herbs, tongs. GRILLTIDER product.

GRILLTIDER Serving basket, bright red

Price CHF 1.95
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Better safe than sorry

Even if the rain decides to join your 1 August celebrations, there are still ways to celebrate indoors. Why not bring the outdoors in and decorate your table with flowers and fairy lights? Prepare your favourite snacks and invite your friends over for an impromptu dinner party. 

A white adjustable/outdoor indoor HELGEÖ decorating rod for table in the dining room
A clear glass SVALKA snaps glass in the dining room
A black adjustable/outdoor indoor HELGEÖ decorating rod for table
A bouquet of wildflowers in a glass vase, with glasses and bottles beside it on a laid table.
An oak ARTISTISK chopping board outside

Must-haves for your festive table!

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Four clear, mouth-blown wine glasses with sleek lines and flat bases from the STOCKHOLM 2025 collection, arranged for display.Six mouth-blown wine glasses on wooden table with white wine. Stylish and stable for any occasion.

STOCKHOLM 2025 Wine glass, 32 cl

Price CHF 19.95/4 pack
Beige stockholm serving bowl, matte stoneware, round, rustic design.Beige serving bowl with rustic salad and wooden tongs, on wooden table.

STOCKHOLM 2025 Serving bowl, beige, 34 cm

Price CHF 24.95
AFTONHAJ Carafe, stainless steel, 1.0 lWooden tray with two shiny steel carafes and several clear glasses, ready for serving cold drinks.

AFTONHAJ Carafe, stainless steel, 1.0 l

Price CHF 14.95
Clear glass cup, OLIVTRAST, transparent, round, simple design, stackable, tempered glass.Two glasses of tea on wooden tray, steaming, with a teapot.

OLIVTRAST Glass, clear glass, 29 cl

Price CHF 1.95/piece
Online only sold in multiples of 6
Buy in multiples of 6 online, or one by one in-store
Round brown cork trivet protects surfaces from HEAT.Dark brown cork trivet holds jars, herbs & glasses on dining table.

HEAT Pot stand, dark brown, 29 cm

Price CHF 6.95
Gold-colored TILLAGD serving set includes a cake slice and knife with sleek, stainless steel design.Golden TILLAGD cake slice & knife on table, with partially sliced dessert. Slice large, resting on dark plate, knife long.

TILLAGD 2-piece serving set, brass-colour

Price CHF 16.95
Elegant white OFTAST plate, round, smooth edges, made of tempered glass.OFTAST white dishware set - plates, bowls, glasses, and silverware, elegantly stacked, dishwasher & microwave safe, tempered opal glass.

OFTAST Side plate, white, 19 cm

Price CHF 1.00/piece
Online only sold in multiples of 4
Buy in multiples of 4 online, or one by one in-store

Delicious recipes for your brunch or barbecue party

You have no ideas what to prepapre for your guests? Discover great, varied recipes below from us and our community, which should not be missing from your August 1 party.

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Why not try Swedish specialties?

The highlights of a summer party? Delicious dishes with ingredients you love, of course! How about some of our Swedish favorites?

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Image shows a container of IKEAs rostad lok, fried onions, weighing 100g.A hand adds onions from ROSTAD LÖK to a hot dog in a kitchen.

ROSTAD LÖK Fried onion

Price CHF 1.95/0.1 kg
Green IKEA bag showing cooked plant balls in pan, labelled HUVUDROLL plant balls 500g.A cooking scene with meatballs in a black frying pan and on a wooden cutting board. Theres a recipe book, kitchen utensils, and a green plant.

HUVUDROLL Plant balls, frozen, 500 g

Price CHF 7.50/0.5 kg
Bottle of SENAP MILD mustard, 500g, with hot dog label.Image a bottle of yellow mustard labelled SENAP MILD next to a bowl of sauce and a tray of sausages on a grill.

SENAP MILD Mild mustard, 500 g

Price CHF 2.95/0.5 kg
Bottle of KETCHUP. Red plastic container with white label, tomato graphic. Popular condiment for various dishes.Image description: a red KETCHUP bottle next to a glass bowl of KETCHUP, sausages, and sliced tomatoes on a tray, with a spoon.

KETCHUP Tomato ketchup, 500 g

Price CHF 1.95/0.5 kg
Jar of mustard and dill sauce by IKEA.Image a plate of salmon tartare on toast, garnished with dill and cucumber, accompanied by golden mustard sauce.

SÅS SENAP & DILL Sauce for salmon

Price CHF 3.95/0.2 kg
Vacuum-packed cured atlantic salmon fillet, marked SJÖRAPPORT, ready to serve as a main dish or buffet item.Wooden platter with sliced orange-cured salmon, dill garnish, fork, bread, and cream sauce.

SJÖRAPPORT Cured salmon, ASC certified/frozen

Price CHF 8.95/0.2 kg
Green glass bottle of IKEA pear dryck bubbel sparkling drink, 750ml, with silver foil top.Clear glass flute filled with bubbly, non-alcoholic beverage, likely DRYCK BUBBEL PÄRON, showcasing its light golden hue.

DRYCK BUBBEL PÄRON Sparkling pear drink

Price CHF 3.95/0.75 l
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Get inspired by our table and decoration ideas

Finally, there are the little details that make your party even more perfect. A lovingly laid table and the right decorations are inviting and make every party special. This can also be very simple and uncomplicated: beautiful tableware, vases with fresh flowers, color-coordinated textiles, lanterns, candles and summery accessories ... Check out our ideas below for some inspiration!