🧀🎿 Brunost cheese and rømmegrøt: gourmet après-ski without pizza

After a day of thrilling downhill skiing on the snowy slopes of Norway, there's nothing better than kicking back and savouring the local culinary delights. Forget about the same old pizza and burgers: it's time to try the amazing authentic Norwegian dishes and drinks that will make après-ski the most exciting and delicious adventure of your life!

We've scoured the streets to bring you the best food recommendations from the locals, the reviews from tourists on Instagram and TripAdvisor, and the tried and tested tips on the most delicious places to stop right on the slopes.

🧀 Brunost: sweet cheese that will surprise you

If you haven't tried brunost (brown cheese) yet, you're in for a real treat. This unusual caramelised cheese is Norway's signature dish.

● How to eat it:
Traditionally, it is cut into thin slices and served on freshly baked waffles or warm bread.

● Where to try it on the slopes:
Skigaarden (Hemsedal) — a popular café right on the slopes, famous for its waffles with brunost (from 80 NOK).

📌 Instagram review:

"Incredible taste! After skiing, waffles with brunost and jam at Skigaarden were the perfect end to the day."

🥣 Rømmegrøt: the creamy taste of the Norwegian mountains

And after a busy day on the slopes, there's nothing better than a hearty bowl of rømmegrøt, a delicious Norwegian porridge made from sour cream and cream. Topped with cinnamon, sugar and melted butter, it's the perfect way to warm up and refuel.

● Why it's perfect after skiing:
It warms you up and restores your strength after a day in the cold.

● Where to try it on the slopes:
Halstensgård Kafeteria (Geilo) — a cosy traditional café where rømmegrøt costs from 95 NOK.

📌 TripAdvisor review:

"The real taste of Norway! Warms you up like nothing else after a few hours on the slopes."

🍻 Craft beer after the slopes: local beer and ciders

Norwegian beer culture is booming, and après-ski is the perfect chance to try some of the local craft beers or ciders that go so well with traditional dishes.

● Top picks:
Try an IPA from Nøgne Ø or a wheat beer from Ægir Bryggeri (Flåm).

● Where to try on the slopes:
Knettsetra (Trysil) — a restaurant right on the slopes with an excellent selection of local craft beers and ciders (prices start at 95 NOK per glass).

📌 TripAdvisor review:

"Ægir beer was a real discovery for us! The atmosphere and selection of drinks at Knettsetra are excellent."

🥘 Other must-try Norwegian après-ski dishes

Want to add some variety to your après-ski experience? Here are some other things to try:

● Pinnekjøtt:
Traditional smoked lamb ribs, perfect with beer or cider.

● Elgsuppe:
A hearty elk soup — a nutritious dish after a cold day.

● Rakfisk:
A fermented trout appetiser popular in mountain regions.

🎯 Tip:
Be sure to check the seasonality of dishes: Pinnekjøtt and Rakfisk are most often available in December–February.

💡 How to choose the right après-ski restaurant: tips from tourists

On forums and social media, experienced skiers and foodies recommend:

📌 Check the menu in advance on the resort's website or social media.

📌 Book tables in advance, especially during high season.

📌 Keep an eye out for special offers and themed evenings at restaurants.

📌 Comment from TripAdvisor:

"We booked a table at Skarsnuten Hotel in advance, and it was the best decision of the whole trip. Excellent food and mountain views!"

📸 Best food photos after skiing

● Waffles with brunost cheese and berry jam against a backdrop of snow-covered slopes.

● Hot rømmegrøt in traditional wooden bowls.

● Craft beer in restaurants with panoramic views.

🎯 Gastronomic après-ski checklist

● Book a table in advance.

● Check the seasonality and availability of traditional dishes.

● Bring your camera — the dishes will be Instagram-worthy.

● Check out reviews from other travellers on TripAdvisor and Instagram before your visit.

Gastronomic après-ski is not just a snack after skiing, but an amazing part of the cultural experience! Norwegian cuisine is absolutely amazing! From mouth-watering local dishes to delicious drinks, your holiday is going to be unforgettable.

You simply have to try the authentic Norwegian traditions – you won't regret it!

💬 Share your experience!

We can't wait to hear about your culinary adventures, whether you've tried any of the dishes from our selection or know of other delicious places in Norway's ski resorts. So, what are you waiting for? Write your comments, share your photos and let everyone know about your gastronomic discoveries!

We can't wait to share the most delicious tips from our readers with you in the next articles in our Norway catalogue!