Back from one week in Helsinki

 
I don't know by what element I have to begin... There are too much things to say.

Just that city is beautiful, by mixing European eastern countries style with Russian architecture. We can feel the strong links between Russia and Finland in this town.

Enjoy my album of this unforgettable trip...

Helsinki Tour

Third food test : Muikkukukko

Brand : no brand, a speciality of Kuopio, cooked by Irene Partanen (http://www.irenepartanen.fi/)

Product name : Muikkukukko

Price : near 20€ (3 pieces)

Why this product ?
Simply because we were visiting Kuopio's town, and many French guide told tourist to go to Myymälä Kauppahalli to taste this recipe. This product is made with vendace, bacon, salt, rye, oats, wheat and vegetables.

Conclusion :
The taste is good, the crust is near the donut taste and texture. I can describe it, as a mix of firm fish and rice. But it is not as so great as they talk in guides... Slightly disappointed.

Day 31 - Kainuu's evening

During a typical Kainuu's evening, I filmed the weather outside. Just watching the snow-flakes falling, in a religious quiet sound.

For people who works, stop what you are doing, pull the sound up and listen.

I hope you'll enjoy ! Watch it in HD.

Finn's don't lesson Metal music only !

Too many people know Finland through the image of the victorious Metal band : Lordi. Just to refresh your mind. Moreover, we can't really say that Lordi is a true Metal music band..... By the way.

But Finland isn't just Metal music, coloured houses, snow and salmon's fishers land. This country knows to produce other styles of musics, with more melody and lyrics, here is an example : Jippu and Samuli Edelmann

I have fun with light !

Sometimes, light is magic. It so simple to take the time to play with it....

Outside -26°c, inside 22°c....

What a pleasure to have a walk outside, to film and take pictures of Kajaani's area. Feeling the freezing wind stroking my face. My beard, my eyelashes, my tears freezing, going all white.

But, I have one of the most beautiful moment in a life. Alone, in the night, like the last man on earth. Walking in forest, gazing at the cloudy red-dark sky. Looking at the town's lights far away. Just taking deep breathes of Finn's air.

And then, when my hair have become white, my visage turns (not "fade to grey !") to red, I walk back home...

Second food test : Savulohi File

Brand: no brand, sold at K-Citymarket

Product name:  Savulohi File (Smoked salmon fillets)

Price: 5,69€/0,240gr (23,90€/kl)

Why this product ?

I thought it was completely logical to try the real Finn's smoked salmon. This country consumes a lot of smoked fishes (river and sea), so.... I got many advices from the guy who's responsible of the fish and meat department. Really kind and competent.

 

Conclusion:

This kind of salmon is smoked after being cooked. The taste is awesome ! A delicious mix between smoked taste and hot-cooked one. So, if you have enough "credit" to try, don't hesitate !