Norway's Best Restaurants in 2022
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- 16 Aug 2022
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Many people visiting Norway look for cheap places to eat. It's understandable given the country has a high cost of living, something that impacts visiting tourists.
But other visitors looking for a taste of the Nordics actively seek out the best restaurants. Unlike budget dining, many of Scandinavia's best restaurants are no more expensive than equivalent venues in London, Paris and other top culinary destinations.
Earlier this week at a ceremony held in Stavanger, Michelin unveiled its 2022 edition of the Michelin Guide for the Nordic countries. Featuring a total of 255 restaurants from across the Nordic region, the guide is a fantastic starting point for a culinary adventure.
The 2022 guide features 74 starred restaurants, of which 14 are in Norway. Across the region, 11 new restaurants were awarded a star with two others promoted from one to two stars.
What is a Michelin star?
According to the organisation, a Michelin Star is awarded first and foremost for “outstanding cooking.”
“We take into account the quality of the ingredients, the harmony of flavours, the mastery of techniques, the personality of the chef as expressed in their cuisine and, just as importantly, consistency both over time and across the entire menu,” stated the Guide.
Norway's 3-star restaurant
Oslo's Maaemo retains its coveted three stars for another year. Known for its Biodynamic, organic and wild ingredients, Maaemo has firmly established itself over the last decade as Norway's best restaurant.
The Michelin Guide described an evening at Esben Holmboe Bang's Maaemo as an “exceptional dining experience.”
“The surprise menu features expertly crafted and memorable dishes with sublime tastes and textures. The attentive serving team explain each dish with passion,” explained the Guide.
Norway's 2-star restaurant
Stavanger's Re-naa retained its two-star rating for another year. The “delicate, poised constructions” were praised as were the staff who had “obvious passion and pride.” Read More…
