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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

KSML: Egg shortage hits Finland

An egg shortage is currently challenging availability in Finnish grocery stores, with no immediate relief in sight.

Mar 2 • 20:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Recall: Strawberry-flavored lure may not actually be a strawberry lure

The Finnish Food Authority announces a recall of Porokylä bakery's muffins due to incorrect packaging that may confuse consumers regarding allergens.

Mar 2 • 09:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish Food Authority announces two recalls

The Finnish Food Authority has issued warnings about two product recalls involving muffins and chocolate bars due to potential packaging errors and contamination.

Mar 2 • 09:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finnish Company’s Top Product Stuck in EU for Years – "I Guess We’ll Have to Go Talk"

Finnish company Solar Foods is still waiting for European sales approval for its Solein protein, which has been delayed for 4.5 years, with hopes for resolution in the near future.

Mar 1 • 16:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finns were shocked by the pizza news: "I didn't even know these existed"

Finnish consumers expressed surprise and concern over the news of Apetit's potential closure of a local pizza factory and the general state of the domestic food industry.

Mar 1 • 16:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

British Magazine Enthralled by Finnish Favorite Destination

A British magazine praised the travel opportunities of the Turku Archipelago, highlighting its stunning scenery and gourmet food options.

Feb 28 • 18:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The War Child was impressed by the image of herring and schnapps - the consequences can be seen in Tampere

An exhibition showcasing the works of Finnish graphic artist Pentti Kaskipuro opens at the Sara Hildén Art Museum in Tampere, featuring iconic food studies and reflecting his significant artistic journey.

Feb 28 • 07:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This food is the new favorite of Finns – Suitable for almost everyone

Tex-Mex cuisine has gained significant popularity in Finland, particularly with tortillas chips becoming a staple in Finnish Friday evenings.

Feb 27 • 13:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A dramatic sugar upheaval is coming - Now a grim assessment has been made

Finnish Sugar Ltd has announced it will start negotiations to cease the production of several sugar products in Finland, reflecting a challenging outlook for domestic food production.

Feb 26 • 15:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Apetit considers closing its pizza factory

The Finnish food company Apetit is contemplating alternative production locations and models for its frozen pizza production and has initiated restructuring negotiations affecting all staff at its Pudasjärvi pizza factory.

Feb 26 • 12:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish People Are Not Buying Enough Frozen Pizzas – Apetit May Close the World's Northernmost Pizza Factory in Pudasjärvi

Apetit is considering closing its frozen pizza factory in Pudasjärvi due to insufficient sales following a major investment and product relaunch.

Feb 26 • 12:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finnish people's favorite bread is an incredible health bomb – Vote for your favorite

Finnish rye bread is celebrated for its health benefits and unique compounds, with a national voting event on the best type of rye bread.

Feb 26 • 09:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Rage has erupted over sugar bomb - Risto's daily routine is changing: "I don't understand, and I don't accept"

A Finnish man's daily coffee routine is disrupted by plans to discontinue domestic sugar production, leading to public outrage.

Feb 26 • 05:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This is Finnish people's dream vacation - Are you like others?

Finns increasingly prioritize cultural experiences, food, and unique activities over just price and warm weather when choosing their vacation destinations.

Feb 25 • 12:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

What treat do you consider to be the hidden gem of grocery stores? Respond to the survey!

The article invites readers to participate in a survey about their favorite underrated snacks found in Finnish grocery stores.

Feb 25 • 10:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This traditional dish Finns cannot stand: 'The thought of eating it disgusts me'

A survey revealed that many Finns find certain traditional dishes disgusting, highlighting significant culinary preferences among the population.

Feb 21 • 14:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Nostalgic Products from the Past Returned to Sale – 80s and 90s Nostalgia is Now a Big Thing

Finnish retailer K-ryhmä has reintroduced nostalgic snacks and drinks from the 80s and 90s, highlighting a trend in consumer nostalgia.

Feb 20 • 18:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Hundreds of people bought sausages from the meat company - Photos reveal a disgusting truth

A Finnish company was fined after serious hygiene issues were found in its production facilities leading to health risks, though no illnesses were reported.

Feb 20 • 12:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Incredibly Good Hot Dog – Beware of This Sausage Mistake

A Finnish chef shares tips on preparing the perfect hot dog and common mistakes to avoid.

Feb 20 • 09:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Do not eat this type of fried product

A recent survey conducted by Ilta-Sanomat reveals that most Finns believe leftover fried snacks should be consumed the next day to ensure safety and quality.

Feb 20 • 08:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now Lidl Finland's CEO speaks – Direct words to Orpo's government

Lidl Finland's CEO has expressed concern over proposed legislation that threatens to restrict the growth opportunities within the Finnish food system.

Feb 19 • 08:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This new pizza is flying off the shelves

A new vegan pizza from Saarioinen has gained a dedicated fanbase and is selling rapidly in stores.

Feb 18 • 11:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This health food is worth eating every day - 'It's great that the trend is spreading'

Finnish influencers have sparked a rising interest in fermented cabbage, particularly sauerkraut, for its health benefits on social media platform TikTok.

Feb 18 • 11:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THE IMPACT OF TIKTOK ⟩ Finns are increasingly eating sauerkraut. What do Finnish experts say?

An 18-year-old Finnish high school student and social media trends are driving a rise in sauerkraut consumption in Finland, prompting expert opinions on its potential health benefits.

Feb 18 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: The Restaurant Industry Throws in the Towel

The Finnish restaurant industry is undergoing significant changes due to shifting consumer habits and the rise of delivery services, resulting in both creative destruction and economic challenges.

Feb 17 • 19:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The price range of shrove buns is large: from 20 cents to over six euros – still, business is good

Despite economic tightening, shrove buns remain a popular treat among Finnish consumers, with sales reportedly exceeding last year's figures.

Feb 17 • 15:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Frederik describes Farmi Suomi as a concentration camp – left a smelly surprise behind the foreman's door

Finnish singer Frederik compares his experience on the reality show Farmi Suomi to being in a concentration camp due to the lack of food and other hardships.

Feb 17 • 13:06 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Jam or marzipan? This is how Swedish Finns want their semlor

The article discusses the different preferences for filling semlor, the traditional Swedish pastry, highlighting the contrast between Swedish and Finnish preferences.

Feb 17 • 08:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Discount store opens its second store in one of Finland's largest shopping centers

Finnish discount store Fiksuruoka is set to open its second physical store in Jumbo shopping center, Vantaa in April.

Feb 17 • 06:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Food discount store opens new location – here it comes

Finnish food waste store Fiksuruoka is set to open its second brick-and-mortar store in the Jumbo shopping center in Vantaa in April.

Feb 17 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Finnish Olympic Star Loses Temper - Event Organizer Discusses Hotel Incidents

Finnish skier Eduard Hallberg criticized the Olympic conditions after a disappointing slalom race, particularly the subpar food and sauna access at his hotel.

Feb 16 • 16:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Did you know these things about Shrove Tuesday?

The article discusses Shrove Tuesday traditions in Finland, particularly highlighting the popularity of 'laskiaispulla', a traditional cream-filled bun.

Feb 15 • 09:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

These are what readers want in their Shrove bun - One won the vote clearly

Finnish readers expressed strong preferences for the fillings of Shrove buns, with one option clearly taking the lead in a recent poll.

Feb 14 • 13:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Foodora lost to Wolt - this is what happens next

Foodora's exit from the Finnish market may strengthen Wolt's position, but the competition for market dominance will remain crucial for consumer and restaurant relations.

Feb 13 • 17:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Here is the stew of stews: "So good!"

A Finnish food influencer claims to have the best game stew recipe, emphasizing the importance of ingredients and cooking techniques.

Feb 12 • 12:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This is what Finland's most expensive Fastelavnsbulle tastes like

A tasting review of various types of Fastelavnsbulle, including some of the most expensive, is conducted in Helsinki cafés.

Feb 12 • 09:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

"Owl Vomit Balls" Were Offered at School – These Are the Foods We Dislike

A Finnish school has sparked discussions about disliked foods, humorously referencing dishes some students or parents find unappetizing.

Feb 11 • 12:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnish Voters Choose Best Flavored Quark – A Surprising Flavor Takes the Lead

Nearly 8,000 Finns voted for their favorite flavored quark, with vanilla emerging as the top flavor in a competitive poll.

Feb 10 • 13:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Pekka Pouta gave up Finnish people's favorite food - Moved to a cheaper alternative

Meteorologist Pekka Pouta has transitioned to a more plant-based diet, significantly reducing his meat consumption.

Feb 10 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Do you use these 9 words? It can reveal where you are from in Finland

The article discusses how certain Finnish words can indicate a person's regional origin within Finland, highlighting the importance of language in cultural identity.

Feb 10 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Is this Finland's best traditional food? 'It is eaten all at once'

Finnish respondents shared their favorite traditional foods in a recent Ilta-Sanomat survey, highlighting a variety of regional dishes.

Feb 9 • 13:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finns spend a lot of money on something that isn't worthwhile

A recent Finnish study reveals that a significant portion of food purchases made by Finns consists of nutritionally unnecessary and often unhealthy foods, amounting to one-fifth of their food expenditures.

Feb 9 • 12:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Did you buy this tea? Don't drink it

The Finnish Food Authority has issued a recall of a batch of Thai Slinmy herbal tea due to the presence of the carcinogenic substance dantron, which is banned in the EU.

Feb 9 • 09:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The surprising Shrove bun is here – Chef Risto reveals the recipe

Chef Risto has created an innovative version of the traditional Finnish Shrove bun, using choux pastry instead of the typical sweet bun.

Feb 7 • 07:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

What is the best flavored curd? Vote and see if others agree with you

A voting campaign has been launched to determine the best flavored curd among 78 products available in Finnish markets, featuring a variety of taste combinations and textures.

Feb 6 • 15:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Member of Parliament concerned about students' summer – minister corrects misinformation

Finnish MP Veronika Honkasalo expressed concern over students' financial struggles this summer, questioning why the government forces them to choose between food and their future due to a lack of summer job opportunities.

Feb 6 • 13:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Food Prices Rise, Fears S Group

The Finnish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is drafting a law that could impact food prices in Finnish grocery stores by prohibiting retailers from favoring their own private labels.

Feb 4 • 16:45 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Finland plans to limit store private label products

The Finnish government plans to restrict the sale and production of private label products in stores, potentially leading to an increase in food prices, according to Helsingin Sanomat.

Feb 3 • 12:50 UTC

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