Join a fun and educational quiz about life in the ocean with Norway Seafood Festival and Godfisk.no.
Welcome to Ung Matfest July 31- August 2 2025!
Did you know that Trøndersk Matfestival has its very own festival for children and youth - called Ung Matfest? Every year, we offer wonderful activities for the youngest gourmets. Making healthy and super tasty food should be both simple and fun. We’re excited for Matfest!
Children and youth are the future producers, chefs, waiters, and food processors. So what could be more sustainable than teaching kids to make good, healthy food so they can make smart food choices for themselves and our planet? At Ung Matfest (formerly Barnas Matfestival), kids get to taste, feel, try, create, and hug their way to more knowledge about the journey from sea and soil to table.
And hey! Everything in the children’s program is completely free. Let the kids enjoy down-to-earth activities that spark creativity, engagement, and curiosity. Below, you can read about a selection of activities and offerings from the rich “kids’ menu” at Trøndersk Matfestival.
A big thank you to all the businesses and organizations that help create these activities.
Ung Matfest is sponsored by Godfisk.no
Activities 2025
Sushi Course
Join the sushi course with Sabrura og SalMar. Sushi is fun, cool, exciting and healthy!
A boat full of experiences
Grande Sjømat is "sailing" into Trondheim with a boat full of exciting marine species! Here, children can see, touch, and learn about fish and seafood up close.
Grind your own barley flour
Make your own potato bread
Hosted by Sør-Trøndelag Bondekvinnelag, you can make your very own potato bread! You'll get a piece of dough to roll out and cook on a traditional "takke". Then, enjoy it with sugar and cinnamon. There will also be a qualifying round for the Norwegian Potato Peeling Championship!
The Salmon Kindergarden
Robots, farming games, and a tractor simulator
Watch a robot in action, try driving a tractor with the latest simulator, or step into the boots of a farmer with the game "Farming Simulator." This activity is hosted in collaboration with Skjetlein VGS.
Make your own gluten free svele
At Norsk Cøliakiforening Trøndelag, you can make your very own gluten-free svele (Norwegian pancake). Pour the batter onto the griddle and cook it yourself.
You’re also welcome to chat about gluten-free options and exchange tips and recipes using gluten free flour!
Pull your own carrot
Here, you get to pull your own carrot straight from the soil, rinse it off, and eat it! A carrot has the most flavor and sweetness right after it’s been harvested. Sør-Trøndelag Farmers and Smallholders Union invites you to experience the magic of fresh carrot tasting.
Food Carousel
Grow your own food
Urban farming with the City Farmer and the Center for Urban Farming
Frying Halloumi-Style Cheese
Fry halloumi-style cheese produced at NTNU. Can you see and taste the difference between the various cultures the cheeses are made with? Experiment with frying time and evaluate differences in appearance and flavor.
This activity is hosted by NTNU Food Technology.