Fastelavnsboller in 2027: Norwegian buns, decorated branches and traditions
Fastelavn falls on 7 February 2027. Learn about cream buns, decorated branches,…
Kitchen and Gastronomy
Fish and meat in Norway: the best combinations with drinks, including wine and cider
Discover which drinks (wine, cider, aquavit) go perfectly with fish and meat in…
Gastronomic trends in Norway: popular dishes in fast food outlets, coffee shops and restaurants in small towns
Learn about gastronomic trends in Norway: what's popular in street fast food ou…
Popular Norwegian dishes and drinks: what locals and tourists prefer in cafes, fast food outlets and restaurants
Find out what dishes and drinks Norwegians and tourists prefer in restaurants, …
How do brunost and Jarlsberg differ, and how do you eat them?
Compare brunost and Jarlsberg: how they are made, what they taste like and how …
Fish and seafood in Norway: from traditional lutefisk to Kamchatka crab
Discover how traditional lutefisk is prepared in Norway and which seafood dishe…
How do you choose and buy cider, wine and gløgg in Norway?
Choose Norwegian cider, wine or gløgg for winter meals. Check strength, buying …
Which Norwegian berries should you know and try?
Recognise Norwegian berry names on menus and labels. Explore cloudberries, bilb…
Classic Norwegian desserts: from Kvæfjordkake to Skillingsboller
Discover Norway's most popular desserts, from light and airy Kvæfjordkake to fr…
Salmon and its place in Norwegian cuisine: from Gravlaks to fresh sushi
Norway is famous for its salmon: from marinated Gravlaks to fresh sashimi. We r…
What is rakfisk, and what should you check before tasting?
Explore rakfisk, accompaniments and the Fagernes festival on 5–7 November 2026.…
How do you make Norwegian fiskesuppe for a winter dinner?
Make Norwegian fish soup for four with stock, fish, cream and vegetables. Follo…
Skillingsboller & Skolebrød: fragrant buns that have won the hearts of Norwegians and tourists alike
What is Bergen's Skillingsbolle famous for and why has the Skolebrød school bun…
Which Norwegian bread types should you try?
Discover grovt brød, knekkebrød, flatbrød and lefse. Learn to read Norway's bre…
What is smalahove, and how do you try it?
Discover smalahove, Norway's traditional sheep's head dish. Learn how it is ser…
How do you make fårikål with lamb and cabbage?
Make fårikål for four with meat, cabbage and 300 ml water. Layer and simmer unt…