Food and Drink in Värmland

Food engages, inspires, and interests. When it is also produced locally and sustainably, it feels good for both the stomach and the soul. With its beautiful nature and rich cultural life, Värmland also offers a fantastic diversity and mix of flavors. Welcome to the culinary destination of Värmland and a journey across the entire palate of flavors.


Smaka på Värmland

On September 26–27, it is time for Smaka på Värmland (Taste of Värmland) — the food festival and flavor safari where you get to discover the best of the Värmland pantry.

Read more about Smaka på Värmland

En serverad rätt med vit fisk ligger i en skål tillsammans med potatis, grönsaker och en krämig sås. På bordet står glas med vatten, en liten vas med gröna blad samt mindre skålar och knäckebröd vid sidan. Bilden visar en stilren dukning i en ljus restaurangmiljö.

Restaurants

Discover Värmland’s delicious flavors—from cozy rural eateries to trendy city restaurants. Here local ingredients, creativity, and classic craftsmanship meet in warm, welcoming settings. Every meal offers something extra, turning your visit into a truly delightful culinary experience.

Två flaskor med orange dryck står på en gyllene bricka framför en trävägg i solsken. Framför flaskorna finns ett tomt vinglas och några gröna grankvistar. Ljuset skapar tydliga skuggor på väggen bakom. Scenen har en varm och rustik känsla.

Local food and drink

Want to shop directly from the farmer or experience world-class food culture? We guide you to Värmland’s best farm shops, food markets, and local flavors.

två personer sitter vid ett cafébord med kaffe och bakverk på små fat.

Fika

Fika in Värmland is more than just coffee and a pastry—it is a break to enjoy home-baked goods, ice cream, and nice lunches in beautiful settings. Here, you will find everything from rural farm cafés with blooming gardens to urban coffee shops with house-roasted coffee and personal charm.

Manor Houses

Värmland’s historic manor houses set the tone for dining experiences where every meal is more than just good food. Here, gastronomy, history, and relaxation come together in a harmonious whole. In tranquil salons, you can enjoy expertly crafted dishes featuring local ingredients and seasonal flavors at the center. If you want to deepen the experience further, you can read more about life at Värmland’s manor houses—where taste, tradition, and tranquility meet.


Also read:

Värmland – Your Natural Remedy for Body and Soul

Forests, lakes, and tranquility await in Värmland, offering a renewed energy for both body and mind. Here, you will find natural recovery all year round.

Recharge Your Batteries in Värmland

Craving a really good fika?

Värmland’s uncrowned king of fika, Johan Östling, has gathered five of his favorite hidden gems—ranging from cozy cafés to nature-close pearls, perfect for a break along the way.

Johan Östling’s top five fika spots

Värmland – where culture and flavors meet

In Värmland, you will find culture and food to tickle all your senses. Let us guide you to cultural gems, and perhaps you will discover a new favorite spot?

Discover Värmland’s culture and food