5 Finnish Independence Day Traditions You Should Know
Finns celebrate Independence Day on 6th December. The highlight of this national holiday is staying at home and watching TV. Now I can hear you say Whaaaaat! To explain this, I …
50+ Addicting Finnish TV Series, Famous Finnish Movies & Books!
Looking for a fun way to discover the Finnish culture or to learn a little bit of Finnish? Well, it’s time to sit back and enjoy yourself. Here, I have gathered all of the best resources and entertainment to stimulate your Finnish journey.
What Really Happens at Finnish Homes at Christmas
Finnish Christmas season is notorious for too-high expectations among all family members, big and small. Our biggest celebration happens on 24 December. The two following days are a slumber party …
Finnish Gifts: From Christmas Basket Ideas to Fabulous Design
This holiday season, surprise your loved ones with unique Finnish gifts that they will absolutely adore! I’ve rounded up a happy dozen of Finnish Christmas gift ideas available online to help you find thoughtful, practical and fun presents for everyone on your list…
Is it expensive to live in Finland? 5 examples of cost of living in Finland (family, single person…)
I get a lot of questions about how expensive it is to live in Finland. That’s why this blog post walks you through monthly expenses in different life situations and …
7 Laid-back and Delicious Things to Do in Lahti
Lahti has so many things going for it! The city center offers incredible forest trails next to winter stadion, Alvar Aalto architecture, whiskey tasting and mouthwatering Finnish cooking. Lahti is a fantastic non-touristy day trip destination from Helsinki!
Finnish Macaroni Casserole: Granny’s Never Fail Recipe With Finnish Cooking Tricks
If you like mac and cheese, the Finnish macaroni casserole might be your new favorite! Finnish families certainly love it, and it’s easy to see why this is such a popular dish in Finland. It’s very family-friendly and easy to make from simple ingredients that won’t cost you a fortune.
10 Charming Things to Do in Jyväskylä
Jyväskylä is a major city in the Lakeland area, 3 hours north of Helsinki. If you are exploring southern and middle Finland, visiting Jyväskylä will be a highlight of your trip! It’s a city that all Finns love. In this post, I’ll tell you little inside things and show 10 charming Jyväskylä things to do, self-guided.
Finnish for Kids – Simple & Fun Finnish Language Tips for Children
If you would like to teach your child some Finnish, I have good news: Finnish for kids can be fun and straightforward when you have the right tools available. But …