Nordic cuisine
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The cuisines of all Nordic countries are quite similar, although each country does have its signature dishes.
Countries and regionsDenmark is a major exporter of dairy products, pork and beer, and its cuisine has much in common with the German and Central European cuisine.
Understand" Before modern times, the majority of Nordic people had a very limited range of ingredients, especially in the far north. Famines occurred as recently as the 19th century.
IngredientsAdventurous diners might want to try surströmming, which is Norrland's (northern Sweden's) entry in the revolting-foods-of-the-world contest.
DishesIn the 21st century, there has been a focus on revitalising the "Nordic kitchen" by focusing on local produce and generally raising the quality of gastronomy in the region, often coined as Modern Scandinavian or New…
BeveragesNordic people are among the heaviest coffee drinkers in the world. Guests are typically invited for a cup of coffee and during a private visit in somebody's home guests will typically be offered coffee.
MealsBreakfast is an important meal and typically includes bread, spread, eggs, milk or juice, and coffee.
RestaurantsNot all Nordic restaurants serve Nordic cuisine. International trends have been incorporated in the Nordic cuisine, but many restaurants also feature dishes with few Nordic characteristics.
Foraging, fishing and huntingPicking berries, picking mushrooms, fishing and hunting are quite common pastimes in the Nordic countries, and the first three are easily available also to foreigners.
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