Danish Pastry Day, also known as Wienerbrödets dag, is observed in Sweden every November 22. This holiday celebrates the delicious Danish pastry, which is believed to have originated in Denmark but is referred to as "Viennese bread" in Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish. The pastry is made from a rich yeast-leavened dough that undergoes a lamination technique to create multiple layers, resulting in an airy, crispy, and flaky texture. In Sweden, the most popular variety is the spandauer, a circular pastry filled with vanilla custard. The holiday's exact origins are unclear, but it encourages Swedes to enjoy these pastries, often paired with coffee. Danish pastries are also available in various shapes and sizes, topped with icing, chocolate, or nuts, and filled with jam, custard, or marzipan.