Food and Drink
Latest articles about food, drink, and food culture in Norway.
The best sweet treats you should be able to identify if you live in Norway
Sweets are serious business in Norway, and sweet buns (boller in Norwegian) are basically the unofficial national dessert. But how familiar are you with other sweet staples that millions in the country have grown up eating?
Why do Norwegians eat lunch so early?
Working in Norway means adapting to a new way of doing things. One of the things that catches many foreigners off-guard is just how early Norwegians take lunch.
Essential guide for travelling with allergies in Norway
Travelling often involves a number of preparations, and having food allergies can add to the challenge. Fortunately, Norway's strict regulations are designed to ensure your safety.
Five berries and flowers you can forage for in Norway this summer
Summertime is the season for foraging in Norway. But what can you pick during the warmest months of the year, and where can you find the ever-elusive cloudberry?
How you can check for food recall warnings in Norway
Food recalls are common in Norway, and there are several reasons why products are pulled. Thankfully, you can check the status of recalls and whether something you’ve bought is affected.
Why we can thank Norway for salmon sushi
Nowadays, salmon sushi is considered a staple in sushi culture in Japan and all over the world. However, that was not always the case.
Why you must bring your own food and drinks to a Norwegian party
As a foreigner in Norway, receiving an invitation to a social gathering feels like a big win. You might think, "I’m finally fitting in!" However, as Irene Andrade explains, many walk into these events completely unaware of the unwritten rules about Norwegian social etiquette.
EXPLAINED: How Norwegians change their diet during the summer
If you have been to a local Norwegian supermarket lately, you have probably noticed that the shelves look different. Norway’s food traditions change with the seasons, and summer is certainly not the exception.
Where are Norway’s Michelin-starred restaurants - including the one in the Arctic circle?
If you are a foodie seeking world-class dining, Norway has officially cemented its status as a top-tier gastronomic destination.
Six cool and cheap(ish) places to grab a bite to eat in Oslo
Norway's capital, Oslo, has a reputation for being expensive. Luckily, there are still plenty of places where you can expect to grab a good bite to eat without breaking the bank.
Culture, politics, food: What makes Europeans proud of their country?
A recent survey by the Pew Research Centre delved into what people feel proudest about in their country, with Europeans pointing to history, food and culture among the main reasons.
'Grim reading': New report shows Nordic countries eating worse and moving less
Residents of the Nordic countries ‒ Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Iceland and Finland ‒ are eating more meat and less fruit and veg, moving less and getting heavier, a new report on lifestyles in the region has shown.
Limit snacks, eat more fish: What makes the perfect Norwegian diet?
Norway has a reputation for healthy outdoor lifestyles, but what are the recommended diet habits in the active Nordic nation?
TASTE OF HOME: Where foreigners in Oslo go to satisfy their cravings
From pierogi to plov and manti to marmite: every foreigner living in Oslo has at least one dish from home they crave. We asked them where to go to get them.
When is a good time to start vitamin D supplements in Norway?
September is here and the days are getting shorter, darker and colder which means it's much harder to get enough vitamin D if you live in Norway. So is now the right time to start taking a supplement?
Everything you need to know about picking mushrooms in Norway
There is one benefit of a wetter-than-usual summer: it's great for mushrooms! Richard Orange discovers five things you need to know about how to mushroom-hunt like a true Norwegian.
How Norway's government plans to lower the price of food
The Norwegian government has announced a new package of measures aimed at improving competition in the country’s grocery sector, as households in the country continue to suffer from sky-high food prices.
EXPLAINED: Norway's obsession with tacos
Friday is known in Norway as the day most families celebrate the end of the week with some tacos. However, Norway's take on the Mexican classic might differ greatly from what you are used to.
Why hotdogs and other Norwegian staples will have to change due to EU rules
Some of Norway's most popular foods will be forced to change ingredients in the coming years due to EU rules.
Norway bans marketing of unhealthy food to children
Norway's government on Friday moved to ban companies from marketing unhealthy foods like candy, soft drinks, ice cream and energy drinks to children, with the ban coming into force immediately.
Travellers from Europe banned from taking meat and dairy products into UK
The British government has introduced temporary restrictions on travellers from European countries from bringing meat and dairy produce – even in sandwiches – into the country.
EXPLAINED: The story behind Norway’s most famous regional beers
While Norway is known for its uptight approach to alcohol, the country actually has a rich history when it comes to beer brewing. Most regions in Norway are home to at least one brewery that the locals take pride in.
Four underwhelming Norwegian dishes – and what to eat instead
Norway is home to amazing produce and countless fantastic restaurants. However, some of the country’s most famous dishes typically leave diners disappointed.