https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Nowadays, salmon sushi is considered a staple in sushi culture in Japan and all over the world. However, that was not always the case. https://www.thelocal.no/20230420/why-we-can-thank-norway-for-salmon-sushi Thu, 20 Apr 2023 17:51:05 +0200 why-we-can-thank-norway-for-salmon-sushi As a foreigner in Norway, receiving an invitation to a social gathering feels like a big win. You might think, "I’m finally fitting in!" However, as Irene Andrade explains, many walk into these events completely unaware of the unwritten rules about Norwegian social etiquette. https://www.thelocal.no/20260604/why-you-must-bring-your-own-food-and-drinks-to-a-norwegian-party Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:33:13 +0200 why-you-must-bring-your-own-food-and-drinks-to-a-norwegian-party If you have been to a local Norwegian supermarket lately, you have probably noticed that the shelves look different. Norway’s food traditions change with the seasons, and summer is certainly not the exception. https://www.thelocal.no/20260602/explained-how-norwegians-change-their-diet-during-the-summer Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:42:13 +0200 explained-how-norwegians-change-their-diet-during-the-summer If you are a foodie seeking world-class dining, Norway has officially cemented its status as a top-tier gastronomic destination. https://www.thelocal.no/20260602/where-are-norways-michelin-starred-restaurants-including-the-one-in-the-artic-circle Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:33:14 +0200 where-are-norways-michelin-starred-restaurants-including-the-one-in-the-artic-circle Norway's capital, Oslo, has a reputation for being expensive. Luckily, there are still plenty of places where you can expect to grab a good bite to eat without breaking the bank. https://www.thelocal.no/20240312/six-cool-and-cheapish-places-to-grab-a-bite-to-eat-in-oslo Tue, 12 Mar 2024 17:04:32 +0100 six-cool-and-cheapish-places-to-grab-a-bite-to-eat-in-oslo A recent survey by the Pew Research Centre delved into what people feel proudest about in their country, with Europeans pointing to history, food and culture among the main reasons. https://www.thelocal.no/20260228/culture-politics-food-what-makes-europeans-proud-of-their-country Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:49:34 +0100 culture-politics-food-what-makes-europeans-proud-of-their-country Residents of the Nordic countries ‒ Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Iceland and Finland ‒ are eating more meat and less fruit and veg, moving less and getting heavier, a new report on lifestyles in the region has shown. https://www.thelocal.no/20251202/grim-reading-new-report-shows-nordic-countries-eating-worse-and-moving-less Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:31:58 +0100 grim-reading-new-report-shows-nordic-countries-eating-worse-and-moving-less Norway has a reputation for healthy outdoor lifestyles, but what are the recommended diet habits in the active Nordic nation? https://www.thelocal.no/20240815/limit-snacks-eat-more-fish-what-makes-the-perfect-norwegian-diet Thu, 15 Aug 2024 17:31:52 +0200 limit-snacks-eat-more-fish-what-makes-the-perfect-norwegian-diet From pierogi to plov and manti to marmite: every foreigner living in Oslo has at least one dish from home they crave. We asked them where to go to get them. https://www.thelocal.no/20250128/taste-of-home-where-foreigners-in-oslo-go-to-satisfy-their-cravings Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:47:08 +0100 taste-of-home-where-foreigners-in-oslo-go-to-satisfy-their-cravings Food recalls are common in Norway, and there are several reasons why products are pulled. Thankfully, you can check the status of recalls and whether something you’ve bought is affected. https://www.thelocal.no/20241128/how-you-can-check-for-food-recall-warnings-in-norway Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:55:33 +0100 how-you-can-check-for-food-recall-warnings-in-norway September is here and the days are getting shorter, darker and colder which means it's much harder to get enough vitamin D if you live in Norway. So is now the right time to start taking a supplement? https://www.thelocal.no/20241021/do-you-need-to-take-vitamin-d-supplements-if-you-live-in-norway Mon, 21 Oct 2024 16:28:22 +0200 do-you-need-to-take-vitamin-d-supplements-if-you-live-in-norway There is one benefit of a wetter-than-usual summer: it's great for mushrooms! Richard Orange discovers five things you need to know about how to mushroom-hunt like a true Norwegian. https://www.thelocal.no/20230816/how-to-pick-mushrooms-in-norway-like-youve-been-doing-it-all-your-life-2 Wed, 16 Aug 2023 17:17:24 +0200 how-to-pick-mushrooms-in-norway-like-youve-been-doing-it-all-your-life-2 Summertime is the season for foraging in Norway. But what can you pick during the warmest months of the year, and where can you find the ever-elusive cloudberry? https://www.thelocal.no/20230706/five-berries-and-flowers-you-can-forage-for-in-norway-this-summer Thu, 06 Jul 2023 18:12:32 +0200 five-berries-and-flowers-you-can-forage-for-in-norway-this-summer The Norwegian government has announced a new package of measures aimed at improving competition in the country’s grocery sector, as households in the country continue to suffer from sky-high food prices. https://www.thelocal.no/20250519/how-norways-government-plans-to-lower-the-price-of-food Mon, 19 May 2025 17:41:21 +0200 how-norways-government-plans-to-lower-the-price-of-food Friday is known in Norway as the day most families celebrate the end of the week with some tacos. However, Norway's take on the Mexican classic might differ greatly from what you are used to. https://www.thelocal.no/20231117/norway-explained-whats-the-deal-with-norwegian-tacos Fri, 17 Nov 2023 14:13:12 +0100 norway-explained-whats-the-deal-with-norwegian-tacos Some of Norway's most popular foods will be forced to change ingredients in the coming years due to EU rules. https://www.thelocal.no/20250429/why-hotdogs-and-other-norwegian-staples-will-have-to-change-due-to-eu-rules Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:35:50 +0200 why-hotdogs-and-other-norwegian-staples-will-have-to-change-due-to-eu-rules Norway's government on Friday moved to ban companies from marketing unhealthy foods like candy, soft drinks, ice cream and energy drinks to children, with the ban coming into force immediately. https://www.thelocal.no/20250425/norway-bans-marketing-of-unhealthy-food-to-children Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:59:33 +0200 norway-bans-marketing-of-unhealthy-food-to-children The British government has introduced temporary restrictions on travellers from European countries from bringing meat and dairy produce – even in sandwiches – into the country. https://www.thelocal.no/20250415/travellers-from-europe-banned-from-taking-meat-and-dairy-products-into-uk Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:33:18 +0200 travellers-from-europe-banned-from-taking-meat-and-dairy-products-into-uk While Norway is known for its uptight approach to alcohol, the country actually has a rich history when it comes to beer brewing. Most regions in Norway are home to at least one brewery that the locals take pride in. https://www.thelocal.no/20250404/explained-the-history-behind-norways-most-famous-regional-beers Fri, 04 Apr 2025 15:14:42 +0200 explained-the-history-behind-norways-most-famous-regional-beers Norway is home to amazing produce and countless fantastic restaurants. However, some of the country’s most famous dishes typically leave diners disappointed. https://www.thelocal.no/20250218/four-underwhelming-norwegian-dishes-and-what-to-eat-instead Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:00:19 +0100 four-underwhelming-norwegian-dishes-and-what-to-eat-instead