Salmon soup, known as lohikeitto in Finnish, has a significant place in Finland’s culinary tradition. Its roots can be traced back to the ancient fishing culture of the country, where salmon was abundant in the rivers and coastal waters. Over time, this hearty and flavorful soup became a staple dish in Finnish households, especially in…
Author: MK
Pressed Leaves for Crafting
Pressing leaves is a common method of preserving their natural beauty. By carefully placing leaves between absorbent paper and applying pressure, the moisture is drawn out, allowing the leaves to dry and retain their color and shape. Pressed leaves are often used in arts and crafts, such as creating decorative collages, cards, or bookmarks. They…
Create Your Own Natural Dyes: Connecting with Tradition and Environment
I am fascinated by how much creativity people can make from natural resources. Hopefully this tradition keeps going and will be passed on to the next generation. Coloring your clothes, items or things using natural dyes is not only a sustainable choice, but it also allows you to explore a wide range of colors and…
Baked Potato and Minced Beef
What to do with your fresh potato harvest? This time of the year in Finland potatoes and grains are harvested for winter consumption. In the summer time, we managed to plant some potatoes in our small farm land where we also plant different kinds of vegetables for consumption. Our potatoes are smaller compared to the…
Mushroom Hunting in Finnish Forests
Foraging in Finland Delicious fungi time is still around. Just the other day, I collected half a basket of chanterelles. I normally dry them for soup in winter. Mushroom hunting activity is my awaited outdoor activity in early autumn. Apart from being safe to be in the forest, it is also a refreshing activity for…