Sami Hakamaki
I am a 30-year-old chef based in Tampere, and cooking is my greatest passion. I love preparing food in all its forms, from simple dishes to elaborate dining experiences.
For the past 13 years, I have worked in the food industry, gaining experience in top restaurants across Finland and around the world. My special expertise lies in modern Finnish cuisine, but I have also enriched my skills through participation in various cooking competitions.
As a chef, taste always comes first—food should not only look beautiful but also be truly delicious. I particularly value craftsmanship in cooking. To me, traditional craftsmanship represents skill, dedication, and respect for the culinary arts, and it is something worth preserving.
I also hold a deep appreciation for Finland’s nature. Its ingredients are, in my view, the finest in the world, and its landscapes are worth pausing for. Nature is a constant source of inspiration and is strongly reflected in the food I create.
Here are some excerpts from my various work projects in the media:
We started working with Sami Hakamäki in the spring of 2021. The most important thing is that the customers have been very satisfied with the dishes prepared by Sami. As an entrepreneur myself, I appreciate the excellent smoothness of the cooperation, the interactivity, the adherence to schedules, the cleanliness and the clarity of the operations.
Sami is ready to put himself in the game and conjures up good dishes emphasizing locality and telling a story. The dishes are prepared in the kitchen, on the open fireplace and over a lean-to campfire. I highly recommend his services.
- Jukka Viita-Aho, Entrepreneur, Meribjörkö Oy