I love this place! It's my favourite place for grocery shopping…read more After 3 years in Helsinki I see a minor increase in food quality, but this mini-market has always been consistently good, sources local produce, a lot organic, and I can see they really make careful decisions about what to offer. And the staff are genuinely friendly (yes, warm and service-minded does exist here!) If you live here, consider this place to support local businesses. For visitors, consider stocking up here for a picnic in Kaivopuisto. If you're missing the picnic gear, you can probably get everything between this place and the kitchenware place next door.

Searching for some healthy snacks for your next TV evening? Then Punnitse & Säästä is the right…read moreplace for you to go. Here you find all kinds of dried fruits, nuts and much, much more. Punnitse has shops all around the Helsinki region and they all have a huge selection to choose from. Go e.g. with some salty macadamia nuts and a handful of dried kiwis and honey melons. Or try their coated raisins and blueberries. Or maybe go with some organic licorice. You can also find a big tea selection. Give it a try and enjoy!

Among the best grocery stores in downtown Helsinki. Not the cheapest though, but if you're in need…read moreof something more special, you'll probably find it here. I wouldn't go there for regular groceries but for special occasions. Always great service and nice atmosphere and tons of inspiration.

This is a very big department store and I think the biggest in the city. I went in to buy a pair…read moreof trousers but didn't have too much luck. They start their crazy days sale on Wednesday (it was Monday) and so have been preparing for that, so there was a lack of stuff to buy. Nice to have sales but not to deny those who need to buy something the chance to buy it.

My go to place for wheat grass shots and raw food. Also selling organic fruit and veggies. Sweet…read moreold lady has been in the business of raw food for over 30 years.