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In 2019, Visit Sweden showcased the incredible nature in Sweden and Sm\u00e5land through the lens of it being the \u2018Edible Country\u2019. Foraging has long been a part of Swedish culture, thanks to how clean our nature is. Finding edible food in the wilderness is part of our everyday life, and we enjoy cooking outdoors too. That\u2019s why you\u2019ll find rustic tables in scenic locations around Sweden.<\/p>\n

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There are many places where you can book an outdoor dining experience (and all the cooking facilities you\u2019ll need). You will forage for your own food and cook it yourself in the wilderness.<\/p>\n

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DIY. You\u2019ll get recipe ideas and advice about which raw ingredients you\u2019ll need to get before you head out into forests and fields. You can also book a guide for these experiences. They\u2019ll teach you about the food available for foraging and can help you cook the food over an open fire. Having an experienced and knowledgeable chef on hand to help guarantees your food will be divine.<\/p>\n

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\n The Edible Country Tables in Sm\u00e5land <\/h3>\n
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There are three places known for their outstanding dining experiences in nature. You\u2019ll find one deep in the forest surrounded by moss near the Asa Herrg\u00e5rd manor and Stufven\u00e4s G\u00e4stgifveri. At each of these places, you cook your meal on-site after finding seasonal ingredients in the nearby nature. Mushrooms, berries, herbs and fish are some of the delicacies you\u2019ll find \u2013 with any other ingredients coming from the chef\u2019s kitchen. Book a guide, a chef, a canoe or even a horse to take you to your rustic table. Once you\u2019re there, you can bring chefs, servers, and even sommeliers to your table in the woods for a completely unique culinary experience.<\/p>\n

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\n The Table at Asa Herrg\u00e5rd <\/h2>\n
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The table where you\u2019ll enjoy your meal at Asa Herr\u00e5rd is in a scenic glade reminisce of fairy tales. The floor is coral-green moss, while the pine trees form your ceiling \u2013 with each nearby stone h…