Barefoot Merlot

Pork is milder than, for example, beef. So your beverage choices should also be on the lighter side.

Chicken and turkey meat is pale and lean. Light beverages usually work best with them, but the more flavour there is, the more full-bodied your drink can be.

Grilling gives food rich aromas of fire and smoke. Your beverage should be similarly full-bodied, but can also be relatively smooth.

Beer, water and home-brew are the traditional beverages for buffets in Finland, but these days, you will also often find red and white wine being served. As a variety of different dishes are on offer, the wines and beers should go well with as many flavours as possible.