What makes Scandinavia especially interesting among those leading the way in the culinary world is the access to ingredients such as wild herbs and local fish and game. Norway has an abundance of such ingredients in its forests, mountains, lakes, and and along its coastline. The simplest ingredients can be transformed into edible works of art.
Historically, Norwegian culinary culture has been determined by geography. Food traditions have varied in the Nordic countries over time, but a recurring theme is the preservation of food. Some of the methods used include fermentation, pickling, smoking, and drying.
Traditional ways of preparing food have become the standard at many of the city's finer restaurants. For several of them, their use of old cooking traditions with an innovative twist is what allows them to maintain their position and place in the spotlight.
Looking for food experiences out of the ordinary, with multiple courses and an exquisite drink pairing? Here is a list of some of Oslo's fine dining restaurants.
