Helsinki Group Food tour including Tasting
ID: GYG452667-812070
Category:
Country: Finland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Learn about Finnish traditions through the lens of food.
Helsinki Food Tour is a great way to learn about Finnish traditions through the lens of food. Participants will find hidden treasures and get a real insider’s perspective on the rich and diverse food culture and everyday life of Helsinki, with the help of our food guide.
Tour participants will have the chance to experience the local gastronomy and cooking at a restaurant, as well as traditional local food and snacks offered at the Old Market Hall.
You will taste specialties from Helsinki:
an iconic Lappish delicacy – cold-smoked reindeer meat
traditional Finnish squeaky “bread” cheese with cloudberry jam
the most popular Finnish drink – filtered coffee with milk
delicious snacks in the oldest restaurant in Helsinki
champagne produced exclusively for the restaurant
With each tasting, participants will hear more about Finnish history or more current anecdotes.
Participants will also get the chance to purchase souvenirs at the Old Market Hall, Candy Sweet Shop and Alko store. The Old Market Hall is an iconic institution in Helsinki that has served its customers since 1889. Merchants sell everything from cheese, fish, shellfish, vegetable, fruit and cakes to spices, coffee and tea. They are also more than happy to help with any special orders.
Highlights
- Experience the local gastronomy and cooking at a restaurant
- Learn about Finnish traditions through the lens of food
- Hear more about Finnish history or more current anecdotes
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
Outside the main entrance
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.