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Jessica Tupper
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How To: Take Better Cell Phone Pictures in Poor Lighting

Taking pictures of food with a cell phone, or any camera, involves planning around light. And ideally, you’ll always have a window nearby as a light source with overcast skies – or, even better, bright outdoor light with a thin enough blind on the window to act as a scrim. But most likely you won’t... Read More
Roros Mines

Trekking in the Underground Mines While Visiting Norway

When you’re in Røros, there’s one thing you have to do: go underground. The city of Røros has a 333 year mining history, fueled by wars, the hunt for copper, and kings. When it stopped in 1977, the crews first expected to be back in one year, five years. They left their picks, photographs, and... Read More
Roros Hotel

Visiting Norway: Checking in at the Røros Hotell

During our stay in Røros, we were guests of Mikael Forselius at his hotel, the Røros Hotell. Within walking distance of the center of town, when you walk in, you’re transported into a ski lodge. Wood beams and light colors dominate the open entry space, with has display shelves with local crafts, and a view... Read More

European Travel Ideas: The Brittania Hotel Spa, Trondheim

Trondheim’s crown jewel is the Brittania Hotel, located near the center of town. This is where dignitaries and celebrities stay when they visit, just steps from the Royal Palace. Walking through the space, it’s a grande dame of a hotel, and it’s filled with art. I’d love to do a walking tour just of the... Read More
Havfruen

Mussels and Tarts at Havfruen, A Trondheim Delicacy

Havfruen is jovial. With a name meaning “Mermaid,” Havfruen is a fish restaurant located on the Nidelven, giving you an amazing view of the Bakklandet neighborhood. The space continues with its nautical theme, with ship memorabilia as accents around the sleek spaces and bar. And the joviality is incarnated in its owner, Mr. Herbert Klein,... Read More
Alaskan Husky Tours

Alaskan Husky Dog Sled Tours Is The Only Way To Visit Norway

Ever wanted to be in the Iditarod, and don’t want to move to Alaska? Then you need to go to Alaskan Husky Tours in Røros and trek out with our host, Ketil Reitan. Following Ketil on a cart was one of the most exhilarating moments of the year – even though I was going very,... Read More
Kyotofu

Eat This Now: Kyotofu

Kyotofu has undergone a huge, delicious identity shift recently. Until this year they were primarily a restaurant in New York City known for their twists on asian desserts, from tofu cheesecake to a black sesame soft serve that changed how I looked at dessert. Recently they closed the restaurant to focus on baked goods, and... Read More

Taste Test: Trophy Cupcakes Purple & Gold and Blueberry Pie

Not only is the University of Washington nearly back in session, but Husky Stadium is almost finished with construction – and with this reopening Trophy Cupcakes is opening a new store at the stadium, and made UW cupcakes to celebrate. As Crave Local’s resident Husky, I was put to the test of finding out if... Read More
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