From Gravlaks to Stockfish: how Norwegians brought the sea into winter and created iconic fish delicacies
We explore why Gravlaks is marinated underground, how cod is turned into Stockf…
Kitchen and Gastronomy
Tea the northern way: herbal infusions made from blueberries, lingonberries and northern herbs — how Norway is replacing classic black tea
Coffee reigns supreme in Norway, but northerners also have their own tea tradit…
Honey from the fjords: Lynghonning heather honey, Blomsterhonning flower honey and bee farms in Norway
Find out how Norwegian heather honey differs from flower honey, where to go on …
Responsible taste: sustainable products, eco-labels and food ethics in Norway
How does Norway guarantee the clean and ethical origin of its food? We explain …
Gifts from the Barents Sea: king crab, Skrei, northern shrimp and Norwegian scallops
Norway is a paradise for seafood lovers. We tell you about the main delicacies:…
Norwegian table manners and Janteloven: rules of conduct for tourists to know when visiting homes and restaurants
Going to dinner at a Norwegian home or restaurant? We'll tell you about the pri…
The alcohol-free north: berry fruit drinks, winter Gløgg, apple must and legendary Norwegian tap water
What to drink in Norway if you don't drink alcohol? We tell you about northern …
Delicious holidays: Gladmat, Rakfiskfestivalen, Matstreif and other food festivals in Norway
Planning a trip to Norway? Combine it with the country's main food events: Glad…
Norwegian Christmas table: Ribbe, Pinnekjøtt, Lutefisk and other festive favourites
What do Norwegians eat at Christmas? Details about the main dishes: crispy pork…
The green side of the fjords: vegetarian and vegan Norway — restaurants, products and recipes
Think Norway is just salmon and lamb? We'll tell you where vegetarians and vega…
Home classics: Kjøttkaker, Raspeballer and Potetsalat — Norwegian comfort food for every day
What do Norwegians eat at home? We explore the iconic dishes of husmannskost: m…
Seven types of Christmas cookies: Krumkake, Sandkaker, Pepperkaker and other delicious Yule traditions
What are the "seven types" of cookies that are essential for Norwegian Christma…
Warming Norwegian soups: Fiskesuppe, Ertesuppe and forest mushroom broths
Want to warm up after a walk along the fjords? We tell you about Norway's main …
Northern treasures: cloudberries, blueberries, lingonberries and other berries of Norway
We explain why cloudberries are called the "gold of the North," where to find b…
Farmers' markets and food markets in Norway: where to find the flavours of the fjords under one roof
Where to go for fresh salmon, Brunost cheese and Hardanger cider? A detailed gu…
Breakfast as a cultural code: from a hotel buffet to a homemade Matpakke
We tell you what a typical Norwegian breakfast consists of (svart kaffe, salmon…