Fäviken

Fäviken is a renowned restaurant located in Järpen, Sweden. It was established in 2008 by Magnus Nilsson, a celebrated Swedish chef. The restaurant is known for its innovative approach to Nordic cuisine, using locally sourced and foraged ingredients. Fäviken closed in December 2019.

History[edit | edit source]

Fäviken was opened in 2008 by Magnus Nilsson, a chef who had previously worked at the three-Michelin-starred restaurant L'Astrance in Paris. The restaurant is located on the 20,000-acre Fäviken estate, which is owned by the Brummer family. The estate includes a hunting lodge, a sauna, and several guest rooms.

Cuisine[edit | edit source]

The cuisine at Fäviken is characterized by its focus on local and foraged ingredients. The restaurant has its own farm, and most of the ingredients used in the kitchen are sourced from the surrounding area. The menu changes seasonally and is heavily influenced by traditional Nordic cooking techniques. Some of the restaurant's signature dishes include scallops cooked over juniper branches, and a dessert of cloudberries and raw milk.

Reception[edit | edit source]

Fäviken has received widespread acclaim for its innovative approach to Nordic cuisine. It was awarded two Michelin stars in 2016, and has been ranked among the top 50 restaurants in the world by the World's 50 Best Restaurants list. Despite its remote location, the restaurant has attracted diners from around the world.

Closure[edit | edit source]

In 2019, Nilsson announced that he would be closing Fäviken at the end of the year. He cited a desire to spend more time with his family and to pursue other projects as the reasons for his decision.