“Shall we sit outside?” asks guide Heather Domeney. “It’s a lovely day.” Originally from Tasmania, Domeney has lived in Helsinki for 23 years and has clearly adapted to the Nordic climate. While not actually raining, it’s so misty I can barely see the other side of the harbour.
Still, it’s the ideal weather for a hearty bowl of salmon, potato and dill soup, a creamy chowder that’s a year-round Finnish staple. I’m on a condensed version of Domeney’s Tastes of Helsinki tour, which aims to introduce visitors to Finland’s unique take on Nordic cuisine.
Rob McFarland 