Top Lapland Cooking Classes

Experience Finnish culture through the lens of its traditional cuisine with this hands-on, small-group cooking class just a 30-minute drive outside of Rovaniemi. Meet with your host and cooking instructor to learn how to make traditional salmon soup (known in Finnish as "lohikeitto"). This healthy and tasty dish is a staple in many households, and is a go-to recipe for busy weekends and family parties. Sample your handiwork at the end of the class and come away with new kitchen skills.

A local guide will lead you through a beautiful forest trail.' We'll learn how to make "räiskäleitä," Finnish-style pancakes, over an open fire and brew coffee. This peaceful activity is perfect for families and suitable for participants of all fitness levels and ages.

A unique culinary adventure awaits in the heart of Lapland, where you’ll learn to prepare and hot-smoke delicious salmon from our river using traditional Sámi techniques, right beside a crackling wood fire you will build yourself with special Arctic methods we’ll teach you. Guided by a passionate local, this hands-on workshop immerses you in the serene Arctic landscape as you savor the authentic flavors of local cuisine. If the weather allows, the experience even takes place right by the river — and with a bit of luck, the Northern Lights may dance above your head. An amazing and delicious moment, lovingly crafted for our dear guests, and unlike anything offered elsewhere. After enjoying your meal in a cozy log cabin, extend the experience with an invigorating riverside sauna, where you might once again glimpse the Aurora. Ideal for couples, families, and solo travelers seeking a genuine, unforgettable Lappish experience.

Finding the Northern Lights without a guide may mean wasted searches—something you can’t afford if you’re short on time in Finland. This tour from Rovaniemi ups the chances of sightings with a guide to interpret the conditions and take you to a prime viewpoint. Plus, you’ll hear stories about the lights you might miss if searching alone, and enjoy a Lappish barbecue as an extra local touch.