N ew York City has long been lauded as a melting pot, welcoming people from different countries and encouraging them to share their cultures with others. Since immigrating to the United States, most heavily in the late 19th century, Scandinavians have made and continue to make their mark on the Stort Eple ( " Big Apple " ) - whether it be through historic cultural attractions, restaurants churning out Nordic food or stores peddling goods that bring hygge to our lives. " In New York, we thrive on our diversity and multiculturalism, " says Lori Fredrickson, communications and outreach manager for cultural center Scandinavia House: The Nordic Center in New York. " Because we do have a strong Scandinavian presence in the U.S., it's great to have people in the city interact with our culture and learn about our roots and heritage. " The next time you find yourself planning a trip to New York, consider adding these stops to your itinerary to experience the city through a Scandinavian lens. 22 VIKING JANUARY 2018 sonsofnorway.com EXPLORE PHOTO BY PATTI MCCONVILLE / ALAMY STOCK PHOTOhttp://www.sonsofnorway.com