Norway is looking forward to the upcoming Constitution Day on Friday 17 May. Norwegians celebrate their constitution from 1814 through children’s parade with marching bands and various activities in the communities. In the afternoon, it is common for families to… Read More ›
During the summer months, Norwegian fjords are packed with mackerel. It is very easy to catch – and willingly takes the bait. But how do we cook mackerel? Here is a suggestion you should try out: Pickled mackerel is a… Read More ›
Before the introduction of semi-finished and international food such as pizza, wok and taco – meatballs was a typical Norwegian dish. Traditional meatballs are cheap, tasty and easy to prepare. Serve with brown sauce, pea purée and boiled potatoes… Read More ›
In 2009, the Finnmark Char was named the best raw material in Norway. Former world champion chef and jury president Bent Stiansen characterized Finnmark Char as a culinary pleasure and the best kept secret in Norway. Finnmark Char is the… Read More ›
Annually between January and March, the Norwegian coast line is the scene of a major event. The spawning cod is coming back “home”, but this time named Skrei. The name derives from the Old Norwegian verb ‘to go’: To Skreide,… Read More ›
Sodd is a traditional Norwegian soup-like meal with mutton, meatballs, potatoes and carrots. The difference from regular soup is that all the meat and vegetables in Sodd are boiled separately. ‘Sodd’ means to seethe. It is traditional food from the… Read More ›
Norway’s most acclaimed pastry chef, Sverre Sætre, brings his latest tempting dessert discoveries to the table with recipes for everything from decadent cakes, tarts, and puddings to candied fruits, chocolate confections, and cookies. Sætre’s desserts are anchored in Norwegian tradition,… Read More ›
A recent report from the Norwegian Directorate of Health shows that the Norwegian people eat more vegetables and less sugar than ever before. The intake of fruits and berries fell slightly from 2010 to 2011, and Norwegians ate 4.4 lbs… Read More ›
Pie is a delicious meal with many variations. It is easy to make and tastes heavenly! Today, you can surprise your loved ones with a fantastic healthy Sunday dinner. Serve with salad and freshly baked bread. Pastry: 1.2 cups… Read More ›
Adolf Lindstrøm (1866 – 1933) from Hammerfest was the chef at the polar expeditions of Fridtjof Nansen, Otto Sverderup and Roald Amundsen. Lindstrøm grew up in Hammerfest, and already at age 15 he signed up as a polar ship’s cook…. Read More ›
