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12/03/2026

Vegetarian
Roasted Beetroot - Candied Walnuts - Blow torched Goat cheese - baked Vine Grapes 🍇 - Cherry Tomato Confit

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

Crispy cauliflower florets meet silky beetroot emulsion, cauliflower foam, hazelnut puree, fresh dill & viola petals in this Nordic-inspired plate. Fine dining magic from Arjeplog.

24/02/2026

Crispy Swedish Tunnbröd in Cast Iron Bliss

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23/02/2026

Kraja's Signature Waldorf Salad DelightThis vibrant Waldorf salad, crafted by you at Hotel Kraja in Arjeplog, Sweden, showcases crisp lettuce, radishes, walnuts, olives, quail eggs, and sea beans for a fresh Nordic twist on the classic apples-celery-walnuts combo.

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21/02/2026

Hotel Kraja Cured Herring Masterpiece

Trio of Cured Herrings by Head Chef Matthew at Hotel KrajaThis title captures the key elements of the dish: a trio of cured herrings, the creator (Head Chef Matthew), and the location (Hotel Kraja).it evokes Nordic culinary traditions where cured or pickled herrings are often presented in flavorful variations with fresh garnishes like herbs, tomatoes, and oils, matching the vibrant plate

20/02/2026

Valentine's Day Plating

24/01/2026

Nordic Bouillabaisse Delight at Hotel Kraja, SwedenSavor this vibrant bouillabaisse-inspired seafood stew, brimming with fresh fish, prawns, mussels, potatoes, and rich saffron-tomato broth, garnished with purple radish and herbs.

Hotel Kraja Silver Resort in Arjeplog,

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24/01/2026

Nordic Bouillabaisse Delight at Hotel Kraja, Sweden Savor this vibrant bouillabaisse-inspired seafood stew, brimming with fresh fish, prawns, mussels, potatoes, and rich saffron-tomato broth, garnished with purple radish and herbs.

Captured live at Hotel Kraja Silver Resort in Arjeplog, Sweden—my culinary haven blending Provençal roots with Nordic flair.

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13/01/2026

Arctic Reindeer Carpaccio: Silken slices with roasted tomatoes, hazelnuts, rucola, and sage at Hotel Kraja.

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