Living according to nature's rhythm: Kuopio and the province of North Savo is the first region in Finland to receive the European Region of Gastronomy 2020-21 Award. The Award will put Kuopio region’s culinary tourism and high-quality foods, restaurants and services in the well-deserved spotlight both nationally and internationally. Welcome to the home of the most flavourful experiences in Finland! Region is characterized by unspoiled nature, lakes, local culture, surprising and enriching encounters and ways of enjoying life here and now. In Kuopio, inspiration, warm-heartedness and freedom of being are forces of nature that together generate unique phenomena and experiences. 2020-21 will tickle the taste buds of tourists and locals. There is a lot to do and see in Kuopio region; Nature, the many festivals, events and gastronomic jubilee year programming guarantee it! Peace and quiet or good vibes in events -both are possible. www.tastesavo.fi #tastesavo #lakeland #finland