Chef of the Year
The winning menu of Strawberry
Chef of the Year
Award-winning menu
Earlier this year, Executive Chef Simo Pietarinen was named Strawberry Chef of the Year 2026.
Throughout October, the award-winning menu is served at Restaurant Bandak at Dalen Hotel. Choose between an evening in the restaurant or an overnight stay with the menu included.
About the menu
Inspired by the flavours of autumn, the menu is rooted in seasonal ingredients from Telemark and the kitchen's classic culinary expression.
Three courses. One menu. Served exclusively throughout October.
About Simo Pietarinen
Simo Pietarinen is the Executive Chef at Dalen Hotel.
Earlier this year, he was awarded Strawberry Chef of the Year 2026. Throughout October, the menu that earned him the title is served at Restaurant Bandak.
The menu
Three courses. One menu.
Created for Strawberry Chef of the Year 2026
Ask the waiter about allergens
Two ways to experience the menu
Served only in October
Book a table or plan a stay at Dalen Hotel.
Restaurant Bandak
Reserve a table and experience the menu that won Strawberry Chef of the Year.
Stay with Chef of the Year menu
Practical information
- Served throughout October.
- Restaurant Bandak.
- Reservation required.
- Wine pairing can be ordered.
- Allergies will be accommodated as much as possible.
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