š«š® In Helsinki A Sichuan restaurant I visited three times
š¶ļø LEAF: My Go-To Sichuan Spot in Helsinki (Again and Again!) Canāt stay away from this Forum Mall gemāLEAF serves up Sichuan heat thatāll make your taste buds do a happy dance! Hereās why I keep coming back for more: š How to Find It Head to Forum Mall, take the escalator down to level 0. Itās right next to Pizza Hutāyou canāt miss the spicy aromas! š¶ļø š What to Order (Trust Me) Spicy Pepper Chicken This dish is fire! Crispy fried tofu mixed with tender chicken, all coated in a numbing Sichuan peppercorn sauce. Each bite is a balance of heat, numbing, and umamiāabsolute perfection š. Pickled Pepper Frog Legs A bit milder than the chicken, but still packed with flavor. The pickled peppers add a tangy kick, and the frog legs are surprisingly tender. Not my fave, but solid š. š” Pro Tip: Bring Your Own Drinks! I had leftover milk and blueberry juice, so I asked the boss lady if I could drink them. She said, "Of course!" š„¤ Pro move: The blueberry juice cuts through the spiceātry it for a "purple paradise" combo! š° Budget-Friendly Feast Two dishes for around ā¬42 (converted from Ā£42)ānot bad for authentic Sichuan in Helsinki! Portions are generous, so come hungry. š Why LEAF Is a Must-Visit Authentic Flavors: They donāt hold back on Sichuan peppercorns or chiliāfinally, real spice in Finland! Friendly Vibes: The staff is super chill, and the boss lady is always happy to chat (even about bringing your own drinks š). Convenient Location: Right in the mall, perfect for a post-shopping spicy fix. šø Next Time on My List Iām dying to try their mapo tofu and dan dan noodles. Stay tuned for more spicy updates! š¶ļø Final Thoughts: Spicy Addiction Confirmed If youāre craving real Sichuan food in Helsinki, LEAF is the spot. Just be warned: youāll probably become a regular too! #HelsinkiFood #SichuanCuisine #SpicyAddict