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Audrey Collins
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Check in at Helsinki La Palan restaurant

🌟 Helsinki's Tourist-Friendly Gem: When Deliciousness Overrides Stereotypes So I got called out for never visiting this place, but hey—I swore "locals don’t do tourist restaurants"! Well, eat my words (and these incredible dishes). Sure, the dining room’s packed with travelers, but the food? Shockingly good—even the basic blueberry pie slaps. đŸ„— Freshness Overload: The Salad That Could Feed a Village We ordered the "scoring salad" (yes, that’s what it’s called!) as a main, and it arrived as a literal mountain of greens. đŸ„Ź Every leaf was crisp, tossed in a light vinaigrette, and dotted with pickled veggies—perfect for sharing (or not, no judgment). 🩌 Reindeer Done Right: Smoky Sausages & Tender Meat Smoked Reindeer Sausage: Gamey but in the best way—think rich, earthy flavors with a subtle campfire smoke. Not an ounce of the salt overload I expected! đŸ”„ Grilled Reindeer Steak: Medium-rare, melt-in-your-mouth tender. Served with lingonberry compote that cuts the richness—finally, a Nordic dish that isn’t trying to cure me with salt. 🍼 Blueberry Pie: Basic but Brilliant Just a classic pie with vanilla ice cream, but wow. 🍒 The crust was buttery and flaky, blueberries were sweet-tart perfection, and the ice cream? Creamy without being cloying. Proof that sometimes, simple is best. 🌟 Why It’s Worth Ignoring the Tourist Vibe Balanced Flavors: Finally, food that isn’t salty enough to dehydrate or sweet enough to give a toothache. Generous Portions: That salad was huge—great for sharing or leftover lunch the next day. Prime Location: Smack in the city center, so it’s perfect for a quick refuel between sightseeing. #HelsinkiEats #ReindeerLove #BlueberryPiePerfection #NordicCuisine

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