Food designer Linnea Vihonen - Linnea & Lobsters Oy

An Inspiring Visionary in the Culinary World

Food is one of Linnea Vihonen’s greatest loves. However, this love story is not just a two-way affair – exceptional food experiences are meant for everyone to enjoy.

Linnea recalls realizing from a young age that she loved creating experiences for people through food and her passion for the field has only grown over time.

The cornerstones of Linnea’s food philosophy are innovation, uniqueness and bringing a modern twist to traditional dishes.

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From the Fish Counter to the Top

A Creative Pioneer in the Restaurant Industry

It all started with high-quality ingredients, more specifically, from behind a fish counter. While working there, Linnea was able to combine two of her passions for the first time: a love for food and the ability to provide customers with experiences through quality ingredients.

Her fascination with the culinary world grew, leading her next to Perho Culinary School. Later, her journey took her to Matias Dahlgren’s Michelin-starred restaurant in Sweden. Since then, Linnea has led several Helsinki-based kitchens. With determination, she quickly advanced to the role of sous chef and spent years working as head chef in multiple restaurants, including Yes Yes Yes on Iso-Roobertinkatu.

Today, Linnea is a proud entrepreneur. Over the years, she has collaborated with impressive names such as Slush, the City of Helsinki, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and Yle.

Linnea Vihonen does what she loves – and she does it in her own way, exceptionally well.

Linnea’s Cookbook Yhdessä pöydässä

Love Poems from the Dining Table

Writing a cookbook had long been a dream of Linnea Vihonen. In Linnea’s gatherings, the table is filled with friends, abundant platters, clinking wine bottles and bursts of laughter.

The recipes, divided by season, captivate every food lover and inspire even the most experienced home cooks.

Yhdessä pöydässä - cookbook is packed with flavor memories from around the world and recipes collected over the years.

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Linnea Vihonen - 10 questions

Which words describe you best?

Joyful, bold and spontaneous.

1 / 10

The most important lesson in life?

Life is best enjoyed around the table together!

2 / 10

Your favorite ingredient?

There are too many! I love Finnish ingredients sourced locally, flavored with taste memories from home and around the world, such as saffron, dill seeds, horseradish or fresh jalapeños.

3 / 10

What couldn’t you live without?

Brown butter! It adds depth to practically any dish. Add lemon and herbs and you have a sauce for fish in no time. The caramelized whey takes cake bases to the next level and with Creme Patissiere or Hollandaise sauce, it creates an almost intoxicating experience.

4 / 10

Your biggest guilty pleasure?

Classic movie snacks – pick-and-mix candy and popcorn.

5 / 10

Your favorite travel destination?

I’ve traveled extensively around the world, and my favorite places have been those where I’ve had the chance to cook with locals and listen to their stories about life and different food cultures. The Pacific coastal jungles of Colombia, the dimly lit street stalls of Phnom Penh, the mountains of northern Thailand and the small islands of the Caribbean have all been incredible experiences.

6 / 10

What does work mean to you?

Work means a great deal to me – I’ve reached my dream career, working with food and people on a large scale. Every project is equally dear to me, whether it's a company cooking class, a Food Design event for 10,000 guests, a Private Chef dinner or consulting for a food brand.

7/10

What is Linnea like in her free time?

A playful culinary enthusiast! I love gathering friends and family around a long table and taking on the role of master of ceremonies, entertaining my guests.

Linnea Vihonen

Chef & food designer

An Inspiring Visionary in the Culinary World

Food Design and Consulting

Performer and Host

Brand Collaborations

Linnea Vihonen

"I love food culture, connections and experiences. I enjoy boldly breaking boundaries, giving classics a fresh twist and creating something new with a fresh approach."

From the Fish Counter to the Top

A Creative Pioneer in the Restaurant Industry

Linnea’s Cookbook Yhdessä pöydässä

Love Poems from the Dining Table

Linnea Vihonen - 10 questions

Which words describe you best?

Joyful, bold and spontaneous.

1 / 10

The most important lesson in life?

Life is best enjoyed around the table together!

2 / 10

Your favorite ingredient?

There are too many! I love Finnish ingredients sourced locally, flavored with taste memories from home and around the world, such as saffron, dill seeds, horseradish or fresh jalapeños.

3 / 10

What couldn’t you live without?

Brown butter! It adds depth to practically any dish. Add lemon and herbs and you have a sauce for fish in no time. The caramelized whey takes cake bases to the next level and with Creme Patissiere or Hollandaise sauce, it creates an almost intoxicating experience.

4 / 10

Your biggest guilty pleasure?

Classic movie snacks – pick-and-mix candy and popcorn.

5 / 10

Your favorite travel destination?

6 / 10

What does work mean to you?

Work means a great deal to me – I’ve reached my dream career, working with food and people on a large scale. Every project is equally dear to me, whether it's a company cooking class, a Food Design event for 10,000 guests, a Private Chef dinner or consulting for a food brand.

7/10

What is Linnea like in her free time?

A playful culinary enthusiast! I love gathering friends and family around a long table and taking on the role of master of ceremonies, entertaining my guests.

8 / 10

What do you dream about?

Having my own food and travel show.

9 / 10

Your favorite dish?

The first early summer potatoes with butter and cured fish or late summer crayfish on toast – preferably self-caught.

10 / 10

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