Traditions create these memorable bonds between families and friends. We look forward to the festive seasons were we can gather around the table for a good meal. In Bergen we have many traditional dishes we like to serve and we are happy to share them! Also in a busy everyday life it can be quite therapeutic to spend some time in the kitchen stirring in the casseroles. Cooking up some nice meals for your friends and family. The traditional recipes in this book are mainly based on the produce from the surrounding sea and land. You will find that fish was a favourite, meat mostly a Sunday treat, and the cakes often inspired by the foreign influences the city enjoyed. I hope this book will bring you some happy time in your kitchen!