Tips and recipes

How to choose the best cutting board — and keep it in good condition for years
How to choose the best cutting board — and keep it in good condition for years
A good cutting board has a direct impact on how long your knives stay sharp, how hygienic your cooking is and how comfortable it feels to chop. This guide covers... Read more...
Find the best pepper mill for you and care for your mill the right way
Find the best pepper mill for you and care for your mill the right way
Freshly ground pepper is something else entirely compared to the pre-ground kind. The oils and aromas are released only at the moment of grinding, which is why a good pepper... Read more...
Pasta al salmone affumicato
Pasta al salmone affumicato
Method: Do not add any extra salt to the pasta sauce as the salmon is salty enough by itself. 1. Bring a large pot of water to the boil and... Read more...
Pasta all’amatriciana
Pasta all’amatriciana
The original recipe neither includes onions nor chili, but we think a little chopped shallots adds flavour. If you want you can also fry one dried chili with the onions... Read more...
Pasta alla puttanesca
Pasta alla puttanesca
Method: Bring a large pot of water to the boil and add salt. Cook the pasta until just before it is al dente; reserve a little cooking water before draining.... Read more...
Pasta alla Gricia
Pasta alla Gricia
This is a classic Roman pasta dish - delicious in all its simplicity. The even better known Cacio e pepe is the same thing without the guanciale. In Helsinki, guanciale... Read more...
The best blini recipe ever
The best blini recipe ever
An old recipe from Sjundby castle in Finland the night before:50 gr yeast diluted in 2 dl lukewarm watermix with 4 dl lukewarm cream3 tsp salt500 gr buckwheat flour3 eggyolksLeave overnight in a cool placethe next day before frying:mix in... Read more...
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How to cook pasta
Italian pasta is made in two different ways: with and without eggs. Pasta made with eggs and soft wheat flour is mainly a thing in Northern Italy, whereas pasta made exclusively... Read more...
Which frying pan should I choose?
Which frying pan should I choose?
The things to consider when choosing a frying pan are: 1) Material 2) Size 3) Price MaterialThe material is perhaps the most important aspect and your choice should depend on... Read more...
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How to season and use a carbon-steel pan
Before first use :Clean the frying pan with very hot water. Then carefully wipe the pan with absorbent paper. Seasoning: Pour about one millimeter of oil, just enough to cover the... Read more...
Carbon-steel pans - FAQ
Carbon-steel pans - FAQ
Carbon-steel pans Carbon-steel frying pans are durable, can withstand high temperatures and distribute heat evenly over the entire frying area. Carbon steel heats up quickly, unlike cast iron, which heats... Read more...