Immigrant entrepreneurs turn Finnish flavours into award-winning drinks
Salmiakki beer? Berry wines? A Brazilian craft brewer and an Ecuadorian–American winemaking duo turned their hobbies into some of Finland’s most celebrated drinks.
100-year milestone: 10 top facts about Finland’s public broadcaster Yle
When Yle, the Finnish Broadcasting Company, aired its first radio programme on September 9, 1926, radio was still a novelty. A century later, Yle reaches audiences through TV, radio, streaming services, mobile apps and online news.
From Finland with laughter: Ismo turns cultural quirks into comedy gold
Finnish comedian Ismo Leikola translates humour across cultures, making comedic observations about even the most mundane exchanges. His newest endeavour brings music into the act.
Floating Finnish sauna brings people together and boosts wellbeing
Olosauna, a floating public sauna in Oulu, northern Finland, combines river swimming and social spaces. Founder Armi Ruusuvirta plans to expand the concept beyond Finland.
Jumping into lakes, sea and rivers is a shared passion for many Finns. We asked three of them about their love of swimming. They spoke of relaxing, floating, courage and the soft touch of lake water.
Open your eyes to the daring, quirky world of Finnish circus
Amaze! Tales and Magic of Circus, an exhibition at the Theatre Museum in Helsinki, traces the history of Finnish circus through danger, dark humour, endurance and the thrill of doing the impossible.
Turning Finnish nature into ink: A peek inside Seed Art Studio
Seed Art Studio founder Rushan Nasretdin turns acorn caps, alder cones and aronia berries into ink. Her workshops offer a new way to connect with Finnish nature through curiosity and experimentation.
Sauna for everyone: the essence of Helsinki’s sauna culture
A cooling dip in the sea followed by a steaming sauna is the perfect start to a weekend for Finnish Canadian writer and journalist Katja Pantzar. Her book Helsinki by Sauna explores the city’s public saunas and the culture of wellbeing, equality and connection they represent.
Finland’s Aalto Works joins Unesco World Heritage List
Finland has gained its eighth Unesco World Heritage Site after Aalto Works, a collection of architectural landmarks designed by Alvar, Aino and Elissa Aalto, was inscribed on the Unesco World Heritage List.
Finland’s startup scene is powered by purpose, resilience and a deep belief in doing things differently. And when entrepreneurs need support, they can rely on each other.
Remote Finnish smoke sauna draws visitors from near and far
Few experiences are as deeply relaxing as a traditional Finnish smoke sauna. This one in eastern Finland has loyal guests that arrive by foot, boat and even seaplane.
Aino, Lumi and Pyry: Let’s look at Finland’s naming traditions
Finnish first names can feel opaque to outsiders – full of vowels, folklore and unfamiliar sound – but when you take a closer look, Finland’s naming traditions tell a fascinating story.
Riding whitewater rapids in northern Finland’s summer wilderness
Families and first-time adventurers head to the rapids of Kuusamo, near the Arctic Circle, to experience northern Finland’s rivers beneath the endless summer light.
Today, oats are more popular in Finland than ever before. Behind the boom is a perfect combination of innovative new products, Finns’ deep-rooted love affair with pure, high-quality traditional ingredients, and unshakeable belief in the perfect breakfast.
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