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Discover 1708 iconic traditional dishes from 145 countries — what they are, what's in them, and where to taste the real thing.
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A golden Finnish liqueur made by steeping wild cloudberries in neutral spirit with sugar — intensely fruity and sweet, traditionally served ice-cold as a digestif or poured over ice cream.
Limppu
A soft, sweet Finnish mixed-rye loaf baked in a tall pan, eaten daily with butter, cheese, herring, or salmon at every meal across the country.
Jahtimakkara
Jahtimakkara counts among the traditional food of Finland, a sausage locals hold dear.
Raejuusto
Raejuusto counts among the traditional food of Finland, a cheese locals hold dear.
Blodpalt
Blodpalt counts among the traditional food of Finland, a dumpling locals hold dear.
Karjalanpaisti
Slow oven-braised stew of three meats.
Karjalanpiirakka
Rye pastry boat filled with rice porridge.
Nokia Kuuma Koira
Rooted in Finland, Nokia Kuuma Koira is a hot dog enjoyed for generations.
Porilainen
Porilainen is one of the classic dishes in the sandwich tradition of Finland.
Runebergintorttu
Runebergintorttu is a beloved cake, traditional to Finland.
Lihapullat
Lihapullat counts among the traditional food of Finland, a meatball dish locals hold dear.