Eat and stay
A Full Serving of Hospitality
Good food and hospitality are an essential part of Karelian culture. In North Karelia, the table is always set with many dishes, and local cafés and restaurants in Heinävesi, Liperi and Rääkkylä serve their very best – from the finest Karelian pies and award-winning cakes to fried vendace, Finland’s best pizza, and hearty homemade meals.
After a full meal, you’ll sleep well in a monastery hotel, a cozy guesthouse, or a comfortable rental cottage. Northern Saimaa in North Karelia is the perfect base for exploring the attractions and hiking routes of both North Karelia and South Savo.
Check out the latest accommodation offers, come and visit, and enjoy the food, nature, and warm Karelian hospitality in Heinävesi, Liperi and Rääkkylä!
Cafés & Restaurants – An Invitation to Visit
The cafés and restaurants of Heinävesi, Liperi and Rääkkylä welcome travelers with cheerful hospitality. On offer are Karelian pastries, the best burgers, and hearty homemade meals.
Everyday Feasts – Only the Best on the Table
The buffets of Northern Saimaa overflow with flavors and memories. Karelian traditions live side by side with modern cuisine – food made with love, just right for the moment.
Stay in Comfort – Nature and Rest
The villas, guesthouses, and monastery hotel of Heinävesi, Liperi and Rääkkylä offer peaceful breaks in the heart of nature. Wake up refreshed and ready for new adventures.
Recipes
Mimma’s Lingonberry Pie
(glutenfree & vegan)
200 g dairy-free margarine
1 dl sugar
4 dl buckwheat flour
1 tsp baking powder
8 dl lingonberries or blueberries
½ dl potato starch
¾ dl sugar
Whisk sugar and soft margarine until fluffy, then add flour. Press a little over half of the dough into a greased pie tin (Ø 22–24 cm). Mix berries with potato starch and sugar, spread on top of the base. Roll out the remaining dough into a lid to cover the berries. Bake at 180°C for about 25 minutes. Let cool, cut into slices, and enjoy with oat ice cream.
Resepti: Mirva Kervinen/Palvelu väkkärä Ky