Food cooked outdoors is something really special! We prepare for the autumn's business activities by trying out different dishes to cook outdoors that work for both smaller and larger groups. One of the dishes is risotto cooked from scratch on our large wok with ...
An adventure out there does not have to be so planned. It can happen right in front of your nose without you thinking that it is even an adventure until afterwards. For example, making a fire in a barbecue basket in the yard and cooking some good food. If you do not have your own garden, there is...
Having lunch on a sunny day on Tonka Strandgatan, right by the Ume River, is almost like sitting on an outdoor terrace during the summer. Large windows with light and nice views are very nice to enjoy, especially during this dark winter. This summer is ...
Ramen! A really well-made ramen is one of the best things I know and perfect during the cold season. Until a year or so ago, we did not have a good ramen bar in Umeå. There are some sushi places that have ramen and then there is noodle soup at some Asian ...
Recently, there was a sik rum premiere at Gamla Salteriet in Obbola. Early in the autumn, the rum grains are the smallest and according to many, the white rum is now most similar to the rum. The rum grains then get bigger and bigger, what is tastiest is probably most taste and liking but it is exciting ...
Waffles are some of the best "fika" I know. Fika and lunch in perfect combination. Good in the mountains, where it is kind of a necessity, but it is very good here on the coast as well. But to eat waffles, I think you should go out of town. Preferably to a place surrounded by beautiful nature.
A blog for foodies by a foodie who loves good food and drinks
Anna Hållsten is one of the founders of Umeå Smakfestival and Umeå Smakpromenad. She is an entrepreneur in marketing and events with a focus on food and drinks. Trained sommelier and market economist. Will here in the blog share the favorite places, favorite drinks and favorite food.