Like most of those memorable meals, this one was created out of dire necessity and a stubborn craving for a vegetarian dish. I barely think as I randomly select a vibrantly green brocoli. A few potatoes and their neighboring mushrooms make the cut too and it’s not long until deep, caramelized tones, start appearing. The…
Minna’s midsummer”Smoothsicles”!
Finnish summer is short and has little snow! Hurry and make these healthy and delicious “smoothsicle” and pretend it’s summer a little bit longer… Thank you Minna for this kids friendly, vegan & frozen summer treat!
Your next Italian stop in Helsinki
Pjazza is a recently established Italian restaurant with a central location and a beautiful setting with high ceilings, long bar and well designed menu. From the first page, you get a nice selection of Italian classics with the possibility to select for even the pickiest eaters among us; vegetarian, gluten free and low lactose/free dishes…
Simple Pesto & Mozzarella for the busy blogger!
How does this time of the year always get so busy? It does not matter how much Ofer & I both enjoy writing and shooting for the blog, it seems that we can’t always seem to sync our crazy schedules and get as many posts out as we would like to! It gets busy for everybody and…
Isa & Henrik “Trash Design” Menu
Close your eyes. Now, imagine you have just entered a whimsical universe, colors and objects made a volte-face from their intended purpose to be turned into unique art pieces and light fixtures. From the door, aluminum seats and spinning painting frames give you a taste of what’s to come! I feel as if I have entered…
Gluten free coconut chocolate cake
We are in the middle of the holidays and you might have some free time to bake and have some guests coming over for coffee. Here is a gluten free cake with a base based on dry coconut flakes that is possible to make also as a non milky. I bake it every year at…
Healthy spring baskets & a raffle!
Want to take part in our Easter raffle? Scroll down & pick your favorite SoNatural color, then Like & comment on their Facebook Page to get selected for a delicious prize! As kids, celebrating Passover in France usually meant that we would avoid TV for a week, for fear of having to watch the special…
Beautiful Persian dumplings “Gondi”
Rottem Lieberson is an artist in her own right. When it comes to food, this Israeli chef who trained in the French culinary institute, has an endless creativity! Her take on Persian food is both innovative and respectful of the classic flavors. Follow us on her journey to deliciousness with these spectacular “Gondi” or persian dumplings….
Hungry in Vogue – Our top 10 Places to eat this Spring
When Vogue.com asked us our favorite places to grab a bite in Helsinki, we simply couldn’t stop at just a few options. After many deliberations, here are some of the many incredible places that make this city one of the most vibrant place to visit in Europe! Hungry In Helsinki Top 10 – Spring 2017 In Alphabetical Order…
Warming Winter beans soup
We all have a safe place; a place to which we like to return from time to time, even if only in our thoughts. For me, it is my Mom’s kitchen, a peaceful yet energetic place where no matter the occasion, from the mundane to the festive, rich flavors, colors and scents would announce of the delights…
Satu’s “Theater of Magic” Pulla
Go ahead and set out to be amazed with Satu’s Magical Pulla recipe, with a few simple ingredients you will shortly be ready to enjoy those warm and delicious Pulla’s in true Laskiainen Finnish tradition. Sledging not mandatory!
It’s never too late
Chjoko http://chjoko.com is the place to go into Helsinki for chocolate lovers. The minute you step in, your eyes start scanning the shelves and you might easily get dizzy from the variety and beauty of their products. We were spending there sometime yesterday, on Valentines day, and felt like staying for a little while longer. You can…
Yaron’s 3 cheeses Khachapuri
Some people are born to cook and some discover their talent later on in life. Yaron is decidedly from the latter group. “I was always convinced that making food just comes naturally to some and that I simply wasn’t one of them”. The 36 years old, 5th generation “Helsinkian” explains as he carefully arranges the cheese platter…
Rome is in Kalasatama
After a long stroll on the frozen island, you pass the gorgeous Isoisänsilta (Grandfather’s bridge) connecting Mustikamaa to Kalasatama. There, waiting peacefully for the weary travelers, is located the unassuming looking Trattoria Presto. Immediately as you enter, you are greeted by the friendly staff. Working beside the oven, a busy pizzaiolo elegantly pulls perfect looking…
Donuts mania
Donuts are like a forbidden fruit to me, luckily; they are allowed to eat once a year. These sindul bites of perfection are a perfect celebration staple and are not only acceptable but recommended this time of the year. As a child, I have vivid memories of my Mom standing by the hot pan; patiently…
