Trøndelag: So Much More Than Sushi-Grade Salmon

Pierre Orsander, 02.09.2025

From award-winning cheeses to beer fit for the Bocuse d’Or, Norway's Trøndelag region has built an impressive culinary résumé despite its modest size. This year, Trondheim's local food festival Trøndersk Matfestival celebrated its 20th anniversary, offering a unique chance to dive deep into the producers, their craft, and their dedication.

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If you ask around Trondheim for tips on things to do in Trøndelag, the answer is always the same: “the Trøndersk Matfestival!” With more than 200 local food exhibitors, it takes well over a day to taste your way through. And that’s before even getting to the Trondheim Beer Festival held at the same time, where 30 breweries serve over 300 different varieties. But Trøndelag is more than just Trondheim. Zooming out to the region as a whole reveals a bigger story than the city’s love for craft – it’s a celebration of the area’s culinary heritage.

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