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akantaika is a multi-sector company, in addition to accommodation, petting zoo, sauna world and program services, Ajaka’s Wild Food restaurant offers Ala Carte food made from domestic and largely local ingredients in the restaurant and delicacies in summer in the summer cafe Laavu. We use game, fish from our own nearby lake and local berries, mushrooms and grain as raw materials. We only use pure basic ingredients in cooking.

Our company started as a hobby of beekeeping. High-quality and aromatic local honey was so demand that the idea of ​​professional honey production was born. The well-being of the bees and genuine, untreated honey is important to us. Our bees live mainly in hives made of wood and our Queen Bees have names, which makes the care work more humane.

Bakery and patisserie Mimmin Pulla is located in the heart of Muhos, right along valtatie 22. At Mimmin Pulla, every product is baked with love, honoring tradition and using high-quality ingredients. Our mission is to offer our customers fresh, homemade-style pastries that reflect local flavors and first-rate raw materials.

Bistoria Patio is an Italian-inspired restaurant located in Nallikari, Oulu, combining Neapolitan-style pizzas, pasta, and gelato in a stylish seaside setting. The open terrace and high-quality breakfast attract both locals and visitors. The concept emphasizes authentic cuisine and an immersive dining experience by the sea in Nallikari.

Café Uuttusuo is located in Ruka, surrounded by beautiful nature at the intersection of the main ski trails. We were born out of a love for the pure northern nature, and authentic food culture is close to our hearts. We offer stories of local flavours and food traditions for everyone. We warmly welcome both skiers looking to recharge their batteries and travellers enjoying the peace and quiet.

Cafe´ Conrad is located in Tyrnävä Muhostie 88 and is open we-sun in summer. It includes the organisation of different opportunities in the premises of Galleria Conrad and the preparation of serving there. The art exhibition consists of work for variable artists in every summer. Cafe` is located in a former school and all offered is done by itself, including private occasions. Galleria belongs in the same yard and has been renovated.

Chez Flo bakery was founded in 2023 by a French pastry maker Florian Meynet. Chez Flo is a small artisan bakery that produces all kinds of French baked goods and sourdough bread. Today Florian’s wife Laura is also working at the bakery and their 6-year old son is waiting to join in some day! We are dedicated to bringing genuine French flavors to the people of Northern Finland, using local ingredients.

The Chocoksi brand, created by master chocolatier and baker-confectioner Jouni Rusanen, produces luxury chocolate by hand in Martinniemi, Oulu. We always use Finnish ingredients when possible and focus on uncompromising quality and principles.

This is the sweetest spot in Oulu and a real hidden gem! For ten years we have been making delicious chocolate products and creating amazing chocolate experiences! The chocolate factory, factory outlet and chocolate café are located in Oulu. As chocolate experiences, we produce: chocolate workshops, tastings and even chocolate yoga. We also have conference and sauna facilities with outdoor jacuzzi.

In the early 1900s, the tables of De Gamlas Hem catered to “cultured and honorable elderly ladies,” when the house served as a private retirement home for Oulu’s gentry. Today, the protected Art Nouveau villa operates as a hotel and restaurant and is a popular venue for meetings and celebrations.

Frans & Camille is a place where delicious food meets a warm atmosphere. On weekdays, Frans&Camille offers a generous lunch buffet filled with fresh salads and a rotating selection of hot dishes. The menu features French classics as well as intriguing modern dishes. Our wine list features the most important wine regions of France.

We passionately cultivate premium garlic in Muhos. Grown under the Midnight Sun, our garlic develops an exceptional depth of flavor and a uniquely rich aroma you won’t find anywhere else. By producing locally, we strengthen the economy of Northern Ostrobothnia and offer consumers fresh, authentically local garlic—grown with care, dedication, and pure northern light

We are a family-owned business based in Oulu, and good food is close to our hearts. We want to offer our customers culinary experiences that combine a modern, professional approach with freshness and the best seasonal ingredients. We actively follow food trends and developments. We love to boldly combine global flavors with local ingredients. Our menu also includes vegan options. We always take our customers’ special dietary needs into account.

Atmospheric Grill it! Oulu – Taste experiences by the open flame Located on the second floor of the Valkea shopping center, Grill it! Oulu invites you to enjoy immersive dining experiences and warm-hearted local service. Behind our beautiful arched windows, we create unique occasions for everyday life and celebrations, grilling memorable delicacies over an open fire – atmospheric moments and flavors you’ll want to savor again.

Hailuodon Panimo is the first organic brewery in Finland. We brew our organic beers from locally grown and malted barley, German hops and local soft and pure water.