Hurtigruten Launches New Sami-Inspired Menu at Sea

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Hurtigruten has unveiled a new menu created by Culinary Ambassador Maret Ravdna Buljo, now being served across its fleet.

The menu showcases authentic Sami dishes, highlighting the rich culinary traditions of the indigenous Sami people of Arctic Europe.

According to a press release, the dishes are part of Hurtigruten’s Norway Coastal Kitchen concept, which collaborates with more than 70 local suppliers throughout Norway to bring guests sustainably sourced ingredients.

“Hurtigruten has been focusing on Sami food as part of its Norway’s Coastal Kitchen concept for quite a while, and we are excited about this natural evolution of the company’s commitment to showcase local flavors and sustainable traditions,” said Øistein Nilsen, culinary director at Hurtigruten.

“As our Sami Culinary Ambassador, Buljo will strengthen the relationship between Hurtigruten and Sami producers, artisans and food brokers, with the goal to integrate Sami knowledge and values as a natural part of Norway’s Coastal Kitchen,” Nilsen added.

“This is a big step for Sami cuisine, as it has not always been traditionally acknowledged in Norway, so Hurtigruten is opening the door for Sámi food to be more widespread,” said Buljo.

The company also noted that Buljo was among three finalists for Norway’s Matprisen 2025 award, which recognizes achievements in sustainable food practices. She was honored for her efforts to promote Sami culinary traditions and production.

Hurtigruten’s Sami-inspired restaurant, Arran, now features five new dishes designed by Buljo, including several vegetarian options.

Menu highlights include:

  • Broth made with dried reindeer meat
  • Salmon with ember bread, cloudberries and truffle seaweed
  • Reindeer liver burger
  • Lingonberry porridge with whipped cream and toasted barley grains
  • Roasted reindeer
  • Warm coffee cheese with redcurrant sorbet and caramel sauce

On Hurtigruten’s Original Coastal Express vessels, the new dishes are available in both the main restaurant, Torget, and the fine-dining venue, Kysten. Two signature dishes will also be introduced in Brygga Bistro later this year.