Different techniques of preserving herring have been used at different times in Norwegian history. One tradition that is believed to be very old is smoked herring. It was hung to dry from the ceiling above the open fireplace and thus acquired a smoky flavor. The smoke prevented the fish from getting moldy, and if it… More Eating Fish The Scandinavian Way
First, let’s answer a frequently asked question: How do you pronounce the name of the Finnish glassware that looks like it is melting? We’ll skip the International Phonetic Alphabet and go straight to the wonders of the Internet: How to pronounce Ultima Thule. Ultima Thule is Latin for “the furthest point north.” It implies being… More Ultima Thule
Nettles are disliked by gardeners and hikers, but appreciated in cuisines throughout the Northern hemisphere as a source of cheap, nutritious fare. Many people associate the green with foods eaten during famines and economic downturns, but its image is on the rise. Anne Gillespie Lewis, food writer and author of The Ingebretsen’s Saga, points out… More Nettles – A Food for Feast and Famine