When I want to know where to eat next — not just a good restaurant, but the right one — I have one person I always call: Sara Vanninen. Read more »

I’m a coach, and over the years, I’ve studied neuroscience to understand what actually helps people feel better and function better.  Read more »

Tear apart crispy pesto twists and dip them into melted, hot cheese… I almost dare to promise that this dish will earn you compliments! For me, at least, it has since it is one of my most popular recipes ever. Baked Camembert with pesto twists is surprisingly easy to make, serves a festive crowd, and looks beautiful on the table — almost like having its own program number at your party. Read more »

We spend years developing our skills and judgment, but rarely examine the inner voice that shapes how we use them. Inspired by the Saboteur Assessment, this piece looks at how that critic operates and what can change when you start noticing it instead of following it.  Read more »

These pizza Christmas trees are a fun and festive twist on classic pizza, perfect for holiday gatherings, kids’ parties, or a cosy pre-Christmas snack. Easy to make, easy to customise, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Read more »

Anni’s Christmas sour is simple, fast to make, and feels thoughtful without requiring perfection or preparation. Soft, tangy, and just the right amount of festive — a Christmas cocktail that feels like a celebration from the very first sip. Perfect for kicking off the holiday season, hosting a Christmas get-together, waiting for Christmas Eve to begin, or simply adding a little extra magic to the table. Read more »

For many Nordic executives, the sauna is more than a wellness ritual. Finnish Sauna Society member Hanna Pakarinen — also known as the winner of the first season of Idols — frames the sauna not as leisure but as a structured environment that enables busy people to decompress, recalibrate, and connect.  Read more »

If Finland had to pick one flavor that defines Christmas desserts, it would be simple: plum jam. It’s also the heart of the Finnish Christmas tart (joulutorttu), the childhood memory, the scent that fills the kitchen every December. But what if you could get the exact same taste, or even better? Read more »

Let the Christmas mood carry you with this quick and indulgent chocolate pastry. Read more »

Executives across the Nordics are sleeping worse than they admit, and the trend is becoming difficult to ignore. According to the If Insurance Nordic Health Report 2024–2025, 65 percent of Nordic respondents – and 69 percent of Finns – report that stress has disrupted their sleep, making it the most common consequence of rising workplace pressure.¹ Many also say poor sleep is now affecting their ability to perform at work. Read more »

Recommended by Sonia Wahlroos, founder of Nordic Nutritionist, this delightful dessert is a treat for every matcha lover. Rich, creamy, and made with wholesome ingredients, it offers a perfect balance of healthy fats and nutrients, while matcha provides an energizing antioxidant boost and a fresh, vibrant flavor. Read more »

The Nordic October gloom brings more than just gray skies. As daylight shrinks—Helsinki and Stockholm see under ten hours by late October—bodies produce more melatonin, leaving many feeling drowsy and craving sugar. Read more »

Leaders are familiar with the saying: it’s not what you say, but how you say it. Still, performing can be challenging — and at the very least, nerve-racking. We asked the actress and performance coach Armi Toivanen for practical insights on how every leader can develop their presentation charm and speaking skills. Read more »

I’ve always loved gadgets and apps, from drones to meditation tools. Unfortunately, most have ended up collecting dust, but there are three that have truly stayed with me. Read more »