Some restaurants are built on legacy, others on innovation—Knystaforsen was built on fire, forest, and love. Nestled in the remote woods of Sweden, in a former sawmill by the rushing Nissan River, this one-Michelin-starred and Green Star-awarded restaurant by Nicolai and Eva Tram has become a must-visit pilgrimage for those seeking a deeper connection between food and nature.
Bon Vivant is proud to announce its new partnership with Knystaforsen, a restaurant where the rhythm of the wilderness dictates the menu, where imperfection is celebrated, and where every plate tells a story of Scandinavian ingredients shaped by the flames.
For Nicolai, fire isn’t just a cooking method—it’s the foundation of everything. His journey from working in some of Spain’s most prestigious kitchens to rediscovering his passion in the Swedish wilderness is embedded in every bite.
There are no industrial stoves here, just smoke, embers, and patience. Ingredients come straight from the river, the forest, and the hands of small producers.
Game meats, foraged plants, fermented berries, and Nordic seafood create a menu that evolves with the seasons, offering an 18-course tasting experience like no other.
Eva, a photographer and food writer, has infused Knystaforsen with wabi-sabi philosophy, a quiet appreciation of natural beauty and imperfection. From hand-thrown ceramic plates to flea-market silverware, the details are as meaningful as the dishes themselves. Here, guests are not just table numbers; they are names, stories, and individuals welcomed into the Trams’ world.
Diners arrive by a winding dirt road, guided by the glow of a fire in a cauldron. They cross footbridges over wild water currents, step into a warm and dimly lit dining space, and embark on a four-hour journey through smoke-kissed flavours, rare Nordic wines, and the unmistakable presence of nature in every bite. It’s an experience both cinematic and intimate—somewhere between a Tarantino movie, a cozy Scandinavian retreat, and a childhood memory of gathering around a fire.
Bon Vivant partners with the world’s most compelling restaurants, and Knystaforsen is exactly that—a place where food transcends the plate, where stories are woven into every dish, and where the beauty of imperfection is embraced at every turn.
A new journey begins. Welcome to Knystaforsen.
