Immigrant entrepreneurs turn Finnish flavours into award-winning drinks
Salmiakki beer? Berry wines? A Brazilian craft brewer and an Ecuadorian–American winemaking duo turned their hobbies into some of Finland’s most celebrated drinks.
Today, oats are more popular in Finland than ever before. Behind the boom is a perfect combination of innovative new products, Finns’ deep-rooted love affair with pure, high-quality traditional ingredients, and unshakeable belief in the perfect breakfast.
Finnish chef Arto Rastas brings Nordic flavours to Cristiano Ronaldo
From northern Finland to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Arto Rastas has taken Finnish cuisine far beyond its borders. Football star Cristiano Ronaldo is among those drawn to his clean, ingredient-led approach.
Finnish foodfluencer wishes you a veggie merry Christmas
You don’t have to compromise on quality or taste to make a holiday dinner with no animal products. Finnish culinary influencer Elina Innanen’s recipes lead us on forays into the world of plant-based cuisine.
Only local sources: A Finnish chef creates acclaimed cuisine in a small town
When chef Remi Trémouille returned to his roots in Eastern Finland he discovered the importance of a strong local community. All ingredients in his kitchen come from nearby producers, which means the menu sometimes surprises even the chef himself.
The word porcini means “piglets” in Italian. In English they go by “penny bun” and “king bolete.” These are only a few of the many names people use to refer to this beloved wild mushroom. Here’s why you should love them too.
Finland’s forests are full of flavour. Meet the wild herbs hiding in plain sight.
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