A bird’s eye view of FANGST. Photo: Steffen Fossbakk
Restaurant of the Month, Norway
Experience sumptuous food and accommodation in Arctic Norway Run by a young, passionate, multinational team, FANGST at Hattvika Lodge in Ballstad, northern Norway, creates modern bistro-style cuisine using locally sourced ingredients and flavours. Surrounded by the majestic Lofoten mountains and overlooking the entrance to Vestfjord – one of the world’s finest fishing grounds – FANGST invites guests to experience the true taste of Lofoten on their plate.
ermen’s rorbu cabins, with an informal elegance that lets guests lower their shoulders and enjoy Arctic cuisine beside the breathtaking waterfront.
By Molly McPharlin
Food and drink are sourced from the surrounding region. This includes beer brewed in Lofoten, Norwegian-made spirits such as Akevitt, gin and vodka, and a selection of non-alcoholic drinks. FANGST’s wine list has developed and is a source of pride at the restaurant.
In 2016, Kristian Bøe and Guri Jentoft opened Hattvika Lodge. A sixth-generation native, Jentoft wanted Hattvika to be a destination where guests could experience a fisherman’s rorbuer, a traditional hut. The result was an exclusive boutique hotel that blends cosiness with Scandinavian modernity, offering a peaceful at72
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mosphere and timeless, authentic Norwegian hospitality. By 2021, Hattvika expanded to include seaside and hillside suites, a villa, a private island, and FANGST. Architecturally designed, FANGST also draws inspiration from the traditional Lofoten fish-
Local ingredients at the centre
Food is always seasonal. “We follow the seasons, preserving fresh produce to