Janica Brander is a journalist and author specialising in food, restaurants and culture – with a heart that beats for Tampere’s streets and cafés. Where can you find the best wine bistro or grill in town? What’s happening behind the scenes in Finland’s theatre capital? Janica has the answers – and if she doesn’t, she knows exactly who to call.
There’s only one topic she refuses to take sides on: Ilves or Tappara? For Janica, high culture and crowd-pleasers hold equal value, and her tips aim to serve the widest possible audience. Equality, accessibility and kindness are core values that shape her recommendations. Her Tampere is a fair city for everyone.
Janica has written for Aamulehti, Aromi and Evento (trade magazines for the restaurant and events industry), as well as Anna, Seura, Kotiliesi and Kaksplus. She also edits the Eat Finland restaurant book series and writes the popular food blog Savusuolaa.




