Kvikk Lunsj has also become something of a cultural symbol in Norway. It's often used as a shorthand for Norwegian culture and values, and has been referenced in Norwegian literature, film, and television. In fact, it's even been suggested that Kvikk Lunsj should be considered a national symbol of Norway, alongside the Norwegian flag and the bunad (traditional Norwegian clothing). Examples of certified organic cocoa exporters that have entered the European market successfully include El Ceibo (Bolivia), Grupo Conacado (Dominican Republic), Cooperativa Norandino (Peru), Fedecovera (Guatemala) and Ingemann (Nicaragua). Sustainability is a key concept in the Scandinavian cocoa market Sustainability issues are pressing for both producers and buyers, and Scandinavian consumers are generally well aware about this. All this means that sustainability will remain high on the Scandinavian agenda. Buyers will continue to require sustainability activities at origin and will work towards more sustainable sourcing practices, either through purchasing certified cocoas or through direct projects at origin. High-quality products gain popularity in the Scandinavian chocolate market If you’re looking at selling premium cocoa to the Scandinavian market, try to establish direct trade relationships with smaller traders and chocolate makers. See the section on market segments and trade channels in the Entering the Scandinavian Cocoa Market study for more information. Whether you’re looking for a special treat for yourself or a gift for someone else, these 11 Norwegian sweets and candies are something you won’t want to miss. Get ready to indulge in the best of Norway’s sweet treats!

Because of the court cases, interest in Kvikk Lunsj has increased outside of Norway too. British newspapers the Guardian and Independent both rated the Norwegian bar higher in blind taste tests. They key? The chocolate-to-wafer ratio is higher in the KL. You will need a special krumkake iron and wooden roller for these, which I agree is not ideal if you’re short on storage, as krumkake irons can really only be used to make krumkaker. But the good news is that krumkaker are so tasty you could absolutely make them year round to really get your iron’s worth.I will have caused outrage among my Norwegian readers for not starting with Freia's Kvikk Lunsj, the most iconic chocolate in Norway. It has such status because it's synonymous with the one true love of all Norwegians: the outdoors. As a local tour guide in Oslo, sharing the most popular Norwegian sweets and candies is a fun part of the job. In this blog post, I’ll explore 11 of the most popular Norwegian sweets and candies, including what makes them unique and where to find them. The chocolate bar was first launched by Freia in 1937. This was shortly after the KitKat. It's known that a Freia manager found the KitKat while travelling and decided to launch a similar product. However, although the product idea was the same, many aspects including the recipe were quite different.

On my recent trip to Svalbard, I stumbled upon Fruene cafe which did a roaring trade in its homemade chocolate. I did my bit for the cause and tested out a couple. My favourite? The creamy white chocolate bar complete with polar bear print! A nice touch on the wrapper is a small box identifying the region of the hike featured inside. So if you're heading to Tromsø, for example, you can look for the Tromsø bars before you buy! Of course, hikers don't actually rely on a chocolate bar to plan their routes, but it's powerful marketing all the same!Want to learn more about food in Norway? Learn how to make Norwegian pancakesor discover Lefse, a Norwegian food classic. A University of Oslo blog post points out that the recipe—even today—remains quite different. There's also different nutritional values between the products, which Kvikk Lunsj having a higher fat content and calorie count.