FOOD in Bohuslän

November 9, 2026

Theme: film premiere Taste portrait

Taste portrait – FOOD in Bohuslän concludes with a joint networking meeting and film premiere. 
The meeting gathers the project's participants and provides opportunities for meetings, inspiration, and new contacts within local food production in Bohuslän.

Everyone who has applied, nominated, or been nominated within Taste Portraits – FOOD in Bohuslän will be invited, along with other interested parties. Everyone is welcome!

During the meeting, we will also receive inspiration on communicating local food from Sebastian Peterson from Hallands Matgille, who will share inspiration and concrete tips on film, photography, and social media.

February 3, 2026

Theme: map/road trip 

On February 3, local food producers and rural entrepreneurs gathered at Rörane Studio in Bottna for a networking meeting focused on how local food and rural businesses can become more visible to visitors in northern Bohuslän. The meeting was organized in collaboration with Leader Bohuslän and Locally Produced in the West.

The evening's theme was map and road trip, where participants took part in inspiring examples from other parts of the country, including Food Craft Safari and Dalslands Food. The discussions revolved around opportunities, challenges, and important considerations regarding collaboration, boundaries, opening hours, and financing.

The meeting offered valuable networking, experience sharing, and a shared desire to continue the dialogue on how a sustainable and clear concept can be developed to strengthen local food production and rural tourism destinations in Bohuslän.

November 18, 2025

Theme: Tjörn food – paths forward

On November 18, local producers and engaged food enthusiasts gathered at Billströmska Folk High School for an inspiration evening about Tjörn's future food production. The meeting built on the Leader project Collaboration Hoga Saluhall and the program series Tjörn food, and aimed to create direction for a more sustainable and local food supply on the island.

Participants noted that Tjörn has good cultivation conditions and a growing interest in local food, but that coordination and a common strategy are lacking. Several ideas were raised, ranging from potato storage and mills to the need for preparation kitchens, mapping of producers, and development of local brands.

The evening's speaker, Tobias Nilsson from Roslagen, shared experiences of how cultural grains, local processing, and shared infrastructure can strengthen both biodiversity and the local economy. The example of Roslagskorn showed how small-scale initiatives can create new job opportunities and significant local engagement.

A SWOT analysis pointed out both opportunities and challenges for Tjörn, from land scarcity and high property prices to strong engagement and favorable growing conditions. The meeting concluded with a desire to continue the process and develop a common vision for Tjörn's food production, aiming to showcase the work during Future Week from May 2–9, 2026.

March 17, 2025

Theme: Swedish legumes

On March 17, about 70 people gathered in Henån for an inspiring evening about the role of legumes in the future of food production. Journalist Jenny Damberg and agronomist Per Modig shared knowledge and experiences regarding Swedish legumes as a key to increased sustainability and self-sufficiency. Participants were able to engage in both lectures and discussions with growers and processors driving the development forward. The evening was characterized by engagement, networking, and concrete ideas for the future.

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Photographer: Karin Björk

March 10, 2025

Theme: Flavors from Bohuslän – an evening filled with inspiration and networking

The event Flavors from Bohuslän gathered over 70 participants focusing on local food, networking, and inspiration. The evening featured lectures from TV chef Lisa Lemke, who emphasized the importance of relationships and the courage to try new things. Producers and buyers met to create collaborations and exchange ideas about local food production. A strong commitment and belief in the future permeated the entire event.

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Nov 11, 2024

Theme: new networks and contacts

On November 11, local food producers and small business owners gathered at Bottna community center for an inspiring networking event organized by Utgårds Craft Bakery and Leader Bohuslän. The evening offered valuable knowledge, engaging conversations, and opportunities to make new contacts.

The initiative was led by Johanna from Utgårds, who, together with others, created a rewarding meeting filled with discussions about development and collaboration. At the meeting, an idea emerged to gather producers and restaurants to increase the chances of new business opportunities. 

About 18 people participated, and several exciting businesses in food production were represented, resulting in many new contacts. The evening provided participants with a chance to network, discuss ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Nov 4, 2024

Theme: public procurement!

On November 4, the project FOOD in Bohuslän invited to an inspiring networking event at the Clubhouse Kode IF in Kungälv. During the evening, local food producers had the opportunity to learn more about how public procurement works and how they can become suppliers to the public sector.

The evening's speaker, Pernilla Fischerström from the County Administrative Board, shared valuable insights and advice. Participants also took part in an interactive workshop where we collectively discussed challenges and opportunities for local producers.

We were also joined by Amanda Hansson from Hållsunga Pantry, who talked about her business and offered refreshments with local flavors. The meeting was an excellent opportunity for networking, idea exchange, and making new contacts.