The significance of Swedish speaking Sigurd Frosterus must be emphasized as a viewer and interpreter of the modern world in the beginning of this century. His essay topics ranged from Berlin city culture and millionaires of the USA to praise of tennis. Later Frosterus designed the Stockmann department store building. In his original designs he wanted there to be a high tower imitating skyscrapers in the corner of Mannerheimintie and Esplanadi . FOOD Salt, fish, and potatoes have traditionally formed the main bulk of the Finnish diet.
Finnish food is usually mildly seasoned.
This can be seen as a lack of culinarism - but also as appreciation of natural aroma. Salted salmon is one of the most popular and delicious seafood specialties in Finland. The fish is left overnight in heavy dry salt, cut into thin slices and served - it becomes a Nordic sushi. Salted salmon can be served with a sauce, boiled potatoes and dill. Nature is an important part of life for Finnish people.