Have a taste of Coast and Archipelago
Finland’s laid-back Coast and Archipelago region is home to vibrant coastal cities, secluded lighthouses, historical sites and natural parks. It’s also a foodie destination unlike anywhere else, with local cuisine inspired by seasonal ingredients, fresh catches and the flavours of coastal Finland. Here, you will taste your way through a diverse offering ranging from open-fire restaurants to Michelin-starred culinary hotspots, all serving dishes rooted in clean flavours and the freshest, high-quality produce.
Finland’s oldest city, Turku, sits by the Baltic Sea, full of old city charm and a thriving urban scene rich in art and culture. It’s also right at the edge of the world’s largest archipelago: over 40,000 islands stretching out into open water, most of them unnamed, many of them uninhabited. When you visit in autumn, the coastline is at its most elemental. The flavours of the archipelago define what ends up on the table – Baltic herring, perch and pike – and the same ones find their way to your plate that evening. After dinner, step outside. On clear autumn nights, the skies above Turku and the archipelago are dark enough to show you stars you’ve forgotten existed.
Welcome to the Coast and Archipelago – and to find your inner Finn through food.