70. Heinäsaaren Pieni Herkkupuoti and Saimaan Parhaat

Introduction

Heinäsaaren Pieni Herkkupuoti crafts exquisite berry and vegetable preserves, fruit jellies, and savory condiments sourced from the pristine Lake Saimaa region. Our festive winter classics include rich cognac and spiced Christmas mustards, curated berry jellies for cheese pairings, and the acclaimed Lake Saimaa blackcurrant glögi. Everything is handcrafted in Mikkeli following cherished family recipes passed down by our grandmother. Each jar and bottle is made with heartfelt dedication—as if crafted as a gift for a dearest friend.

Pieni Herkkupuoti collaborates closely with primary producers across the region and proudly carries the D.O. Saimaa designation of origin. Through these partnerships, our market stall also showcases premier specialties from celebrated regional artisans: top-tier Lake Saimaa preserved fish and vendace roe (muikunmäti), pure local honey, artisanal lamb delicacies from Putkisalo Manor in Rantasalmi (from patés to traditional Vorschmack), and revered goose delicacies from Hauhala Goose Farm in Anttola, Mikkeli.