Tag: Wine
Poll: Support for allowing supermarket wine sales is declining
The government plans to allow grocery stores to sell drinks with a maximum alcohol content of 8 percent – up from the current limit of 5.5 percent.
Fat Thursday and donuts
The last Thursday of Carnival before Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, is Fat Thursday. Already in ancient Rome, the end of winter and the beginning of spring were celebrated by eating fatty meat dishes and drinking liters of wine. For this holiday, the Romans prepared pancakes made of bread dough stuffed with bacon, meat…
VMA in Skara municipality, Västra Götaland läm
In a stressed brain, several different processes start. Most people have their tricks for dealing with that immediate stressful situation, but some things are more effective than others. Hedvig Söderlund and Louise talk about lists, wine and hugging a tree. Host: Louise EpsteinGuest: Hedvig Söderlund, adjunct professor of technical psychology, Luleå University of TechnologyProducer: Kicki…
Alko's sales fell by 4% in 2023
Last year's sales data also revealed that white wine is more popular than red wine among Finnish consumers.
Wine, gas and swimming pool tickets will become more expensive
With the new year, changes to public pricing structures come into effect across Iceland. Municipalities have increased fees for some of the services offered, while the 2024 budget, recently approved by Alþingi, announces new taxes and adjustments to existing ones. As Morgunblaðið reports, alcohol and tobacco tax rates have increased by 3.5%. Like the license…
Agnes Wold: The Christmas food you should watch out for
Agnes Wold, professor of clinical bacteriology, tackles contemporary health issues together with program leader Christer Lundberg. Agnes Wold this week: They are the biggest risk of infection with the Christmas table. The professor also considers whether it is dangerous to put in one's own herring and how to think about botulism. And then Agnes explains…
Grandpa's faithful maid
Grandfather will soon turn 90. He fiddles with his stamps and spends the afternoons at the exclusive men's club Sällskapet. And then he plans for what will happen to his housekeeper Britta when he dies. She cooks, bakes and polishes the crystal chandeliers in the six-room apartment where they live together. But who is she…
December Christmas market guide
In snowy Copenhagen, the apple slices are warm and the mulled wine is flowing. Get into the spirit of it all with our guide to the most creative Christmas markets in the capital. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password?…
Nature morning directly from the infected zone – about the future of the wild boar
Too much two months ago African swine fever was discovered for the first time in Sweden. So far, over 50 wild boars have been found dead and confirmed to be carrying the infection. In a 1,000 square kilometer area in Västmanland – the infected zone – it is forbidden to go out into the forest…
Izmir ranked among Lonely Planet’s top ten cities in 2024
Lonely Planet highlights Izmir’s coastal location as a significant advantage. The city offers a wonderful mix of history and modern culture, delicious and healthy Aegean food and a high quality of life. Sights such as the historic bazaar, cultural and art sites, vineyard trails, beautiful beaches and ancient ruins make Izmir a must-visit destination. The…
A new tax on plane tickets will be published today
On average, the price of a plane ticket will increase by DKK 100. In addition, a large police presence will accompany the annual memorial procession for the Kristallnacht from the Copenhagen Synagogue tonight, and Danish winegrowers are registering a large harvest. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber,…
The philosophy of Active Death Help
Voltaire / 1729 “I have chosen to be happy because it is good for my health, but there is no reason why I should not choose to be dead, and it would be all the better for it.” Voltaire, a French Enlightenment philosopher, expressed the idea that individuals should have the choice to determine their…
The tune of the future? Finland embraces artificial intelligence in music, but cautiously
A few years ago, the penetration of artificial intelligence into the world of music was met with opposition from Finns. However, the 2023 survey reveals a softer attitude, likely due to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence in various areas of everyday life. But while technology may be encroaching, the human touch is irreplaceable for…
Are you traveling to Sweden or Estonia this fall? Check the restrictions before you travel
Boar meat that is hunted by oneself from the infection zone of Fagersta in Sweden cannot be brought to Finland at the moment. In addition, Estonia and other Baltic countries have been designated as areas of African swine fever infection. In general, private individuals are not allowed to import pork or wild boar products from…
The state alcohol monopoly is seeing a drop in sales – even for non-alcoholic drinks
Alko’s September sales fell by 2.4 percent, the most in non-alcoholic drinks and the sharpest in rosé wines.
The Russian Åland consulate is not likely to be closed, Yle’s sources say
Russia’s presence in Åland is intertwined with the demilitarized status of the semi-autonomous islands and several international agreements.
Alko announces moderate price revisions for autumn
Alko’s retail prices change twice a year, typically between the end of March and September. This fall, the new prices came into effect on September 26, when the average price revision was 0.4 percent. Beer prices rose on average by 0.4 percent, spirits by 0.7 percent, sparkling wines by 0.9 percent, red wines by 0.2…
Finnish designers and craftsmen unite at the Ornamo Design Christmas X Designkaverit event in Helsinki
Ornamon’s Design Christmas X Designkaverit event presents an impressive selection of interior design products, home textiles, adult and children’s clothing and accessories, everyday ceramics, graphics and prints. Visitors have the opportunity to get to know both established design brands and unique handmade items. This year’s nearly one hundred exhibitors include well-known names such as Teemu…
Right now: Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren is holding a press conference
There is currently a press conference in Fagersta due to the outbreak of swine fever last week. In addition to Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren, state epizootologist Karl Ståhl and representatives of the Swedish Agricultural Agency and Fagersta municipality participate. During the morning, Kullgren met with the chairman of Sweden’s pig entrepreneurs, forest owners,…
Swine fever – how it can limit your life
In Västmanland and Dalarna, nearly 1,000 square meters of land has been cordoned off. Within the infected zone it is forbidden for people to stay. If swine fever spreads, the area can be expanded. Hear P4 Västmanlands Emil Rönnlund about how it happened when swine fever was discovered, how the local community has been affected…
Right now: Seven positive cases of African swine fever confirmed
SVA, the state’s veterinary medical institution, now announces that the samples from the carcasses that were sampled on Saturday have been analyzed and that there are now seven positive cases of African swine fever in wild boar. Yesterday, Saturday, two new cases were confirmed and thus a total of three cases. Today, Sunday, SVA writes…
SVA holds a press conference about the African swine fever
SVA, the Norwegian Veterinary Institute, is holding a press conference on the occasion of African swine fever, which has now been confirmed in three dead wild boars. It was this week that African swine fever was confirmed for the first time in Sweden. And an area of almost 1,000 square kilometers has been cordoned off…
Swine fever was discovered in Sweden for the first time
A dead wild boar in Sweden has tested positive for African swine fever, Sweden’s Veterinary Medical Institute said on Wednesday, the first such case in the country. African swine fever is harmless to humans but is highly contagious and fatal in domestic and wild boar. It has spread from Africa to Europe and Asia and…
Right now: A large area is cordoned off after the discovery of swine fever
African swine fever has been found in a dead wild boar found southeast of Fagersta in Västmanland, which is spreading concern in the pig industry. It is the first confirmed case in Sweden – and now restrictions are being introduced in the affected area. Hear Minister of Agriculture Peter Kullgren (KD).
Gang violence, a tax reform is needed, to survive in dictatorship, alcohol and risks
Good morning World! on September 17 First hour: * Gang violence * Does Sweden need a tax reform? * The division in Israel * Chronicle Ulrika Knutson * This week’s panel Second hour: * Extended environmental zones for car traffic in London arouse protests * The composer Shostakovich and the art of survival in a…
Etla: Career and income paths for men and women diverge early in career
“According to studies, men and women end up in different positions already at the start of their career and differences in subsequent career development widen the gender divide in the labour market further,” Antti Kauhanen, a research director at Etla, stated in a press release on 31 July. “This is evident in, for example, that…
Finland could seek EU recognition as a wine-producing country by 2028
Wine production in Finland is extremely small-scale.
The earthquake in Morocco, the G20 meeting ends and Stig Dagerman 100 years
In the first hour: Latest news from Morocco after the earthquake. The death toll continues to rise. Reportage from Västmanland, where post-flood work is still ongoing after the floods. Swine fever discovered in Sweden – hear about the spread of infection among animals and the connection to global warming One year since the parliamentary election.…
The lively summer terrace on Torikorttelitie opens its doors today on the edge of Senate square
Sofia Helsinki brings Sofia Helsinki Café to the square (10:00-18:00), offering a moment of relaxation with homemade cinnamon buns, freshly ground coffee, refreshing smoothies and sparkling wines. And of course, their menu doesn’t forget the blueberry pie! Sofia Helsinki’s Velo Bar Sofia (11:00-23:00) is inspired by the Velocipede of 1887, which found its way to…