What if we told you that one of the most developed nations in the world has a strict lunch tradition, and that it has nothing to do with how delicious the food is? Norwegians swear by matpakke, a humble lunch they take to school or work that’s more than just a meal.
While it rarely consists of the most delicious foods in the world, matpakke has other qualities. It’s cheap and practical, and a majority of people in Norway take it with them day after day. After all, they live in the country with the most expensive McDonald’s in the world, so it kinda makes sense.
Matpakke usually consists of open-faced sandwiches that are easy to make and easy to eat on the go. It’s more than a meal – matpakke is a way to be independent, responsible, and resourceful, and these are all desirable traits in the Norwegian culture.
