Falstaff Nordics 01/2026

DEAR GOURMET!

A new season is taking shape across the Nordics – not only in nature, but in our dining rooms. There is a renewed sense of momentum: brighter evenings, fresh ideas, and a growing appetite for gathering once again. Hospitality, in its truest sense, feels more vital than ever. In this issue, we turn our focus to the strength and diversity of the Nordic restaurant scene.

From ambitious fine dining establishments to characterful neighborhood bistros, from remote destinations shaped by landscape to vibrant city dining rooms, the region continues to evolve with confidence and clarity. What defines it is not spectacle, but substance – craftsmanship, seasonality, and a deep respect for both ingredient and guest.

We also highlight some of the most exciting restaurants in Europe and present 10 Nordic personalities to watch closely in the year ahead – individuals whose creativity and dedication are helping to shape the next chapter of our culinary identity.