It’s autumn here in Finland and that means the chanterelle season is on! Chanterelles are typical, and gourmet standard, Finnish autumn food. A fun fact: I know so many Finns who hate mushrooms but love chanterelles. This is perfectly normal. So what are the most...
The Finnish salmon soup (lohikeitto, in Finnish) is the perfect soup. It’s like the little black dress of Finnish cuisine. At the same time, a salmon soup is easy home cooking, super healthy and suitable for any event. In this household, it’s the go-to recipe...
Foraging means gathering wild food from nature, for free. Finnish forests are an endless source of superfood! Picking mushrooms and berries is a popular pastime in Finland but there are more delicious things hidden in the forest: wild herbs. The use of forest-grown...
*Please note that my posts have affiliate links. At no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. Put your pain au chocolat or Lucky Charms aside, here comes Finnish breakfast! What are Finns eating at breakfast? The most...
I love writing about Finland fun facts. Our country is full of those! Let me introduce you to ten inseparable Finnish couples, each telling their own story about Finnish culture and heritage. 10 inseparable Finnish pairs #1 Liver casserole and lingonberry jam Liver...
You know that popular question “What would you eat as your last meal?”. I know my answer in a heartbeat – definitely Finnish pancakes with berry jam and whipped cream. These big, thin pancakes combine crispness and soft texture with the flavor of...
