Anyone who comes to Finland and is interested in new culinary sensations should try the fruits of the Finnish forest. Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea). In September, Finnish forests turn red …

Norway spruce, Scots pine, and Common yarrow are not just staples in Finnish diets but hold cultural significance, with each having its unique space in Finnish customs and cuisine. These …

Aug 22, 2023 · Are you coming to Finland in the summer or autumn? Perfect timing to discover the best of Finnish nature! The Finnish forest offers an incredible range of taste experiences in …

Going out to the woods to collect mushrooms and berries is a natural pastime in Finland – some might even call it a sport. About half of Finland’s population goes berry picking every year, and …

Sep 27, 2020 · We have picked 10 of our favourite berry species from the north. The best thing about all those berries is, everyone can pick them on private and public land alike due to the …

Jun 23, 2024 · What is Finland’s national fruit? The national fruit of Finland is the bilberry, also known as the European blueberry. It is a small, dark blue fruit that grows in the wild across …

Sep 22, 2017 · Over 40 edible berries grow in Finnish forests. Due to the arctic growing conditions, they contain exceptionally many bioactive compounds, i.e. vitamins and …

The natural berries and fruits in Finland are relatively small compared to their cultivated cousins but much sweeter and packed with flavour, healthy vitamins and flavonoids (phytochemicals …

Jun 11, 2024 · The most famous fruit in Finland is the bilberry, also known as the wild blueberry. Bilberries grow widely in Finnish forests and bogs and are often picked by hand or with berry …

Jun 22, 2012 · The cloudberry is Finland’s favourite fruit, and its ripening for three weeks each July is the cue for Finns to put everyday chores on hold and get picking.