Local Specialities
Malmö's food culture combines traditional flavours from Skåne with influences from Denmark and the many cultures that have shaped the city. From hearty regional dishes and traditional pastries to Malmö's famous falafel, there are plenty of local flavours worth discovering.
Skånsk Äggakaka
Äggakaka is a traditional speciality from Skåne, similar to a thick oven-baked pancake. It is usually served with fried pork, lingonberries and sometimes apples. The dish is rich, filling and one of the best-known examples of traditional Scanian cooking.
Spettekaka
Spettekaka is a traditional Scanian celebration cake made by slowly piping batter onto a rotating spit. The finished cake is crisp, light and decorated with icing. It is often served at weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
Malmö Falafel
Falafel has become one of Malmö's most distinctive modern food traditions. Found throughout the city, especially around Möllevången, it is commonly served in freshly baked bread with vegetables, pickles and a choice of sauces.
Möllevången is one of the best areas to explore Malmö's falafel culture.
Traditional Goose Dinner
In November, many restaurants in Skåne serve a traditional goose dinner known as gåsamiddag. The meal usually includes black soup, roast goose with classic accompaniments and Scanian apple cake for dessert.
This is a seasonal tradition, most commonly available around St Martin's Day in November.
Herring & New Potatoes
Pickled herring served with new potatoes, sour cream, chives and crispbread is a Swedish classic, particularly popular during Midsummer and other traditional celebrations. The coastal location of Malmö also makes fish and seafood a natural part of the local food culture.
Scanian Apple Cake
Scanian apple cake is a traditional dessert made with apples, breadcrumbs or cake crumbs, sugar and cinnamon. It is usually served warm with vanilla sauce or cream and is especially popular during the autumn apple season.