Fenaknoken

Stuffed to the gills with dried meats, racks of lamb and wooden crates overflowing with cheese and salami, this specialty food store is an Oslo institution and one of its most unique shops. Open since 1996, Fenaknoken is a culinary melting pot of Norwegian cultures, represented by the traditional products on sale including reindeer, salmon and perhaps Norway’s most famous export: brunost. Commonly referred to as brown cheese, the delicacy is made from the whey of goat’s milk, which is boiled until it caramelizes, resulting in a cheese that is soft, salty and distinctly brown. Brunost is best served atop buttered toast or warm waffles.