Suppliers|February 2025
Nordiska Råvara
Focusing on traditional Swedish grains and developing local versions of quinoa and teff, Nordisk Råvara supplies ARKET CAFÉ with high-quality legumes for our salads and wraps.
Founded in 2016, Nordisk Råvara collaborates with a continuously growing network of Swedish farmers who share their values regarding food culture, farming techniques, and soil health.
Focusing on high-quality beans, lentils and grains, the produce is carefully selected and adapted to each farm’s specific conditions, including soil and surrounding nature, to ensure the highest possible level of quality, nutrition and taste. Each harvest is managed as a separate batch, providing full transparency, so every grain can be traced back to the specific field where it was grown.
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By collaborating with people worldwide and learning from their agronomic and agricultural knowledge, Nordisk Råvara focuses on traditional Swedish grains while also developing new crops like quinoa and teff. They also work actively to reintroduce forgotten cultural heritage crops.
ARKET CAFÉ uses peas, lentils and quinoa from Nordisk Råvara as some of the main ingredients in our salads, wraps and sandwiches.
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Jersey
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Synthetic fibres
Care guides|March 2025
Synthetic fibres such as polyester, polyamide, acrylic, and elastane have many useful properties that can be enjoyed in a variety of garments, including activewear and swimwear. They’re usually comfortable, quick-drying, and keep their shape well. However, they also shed tiny plastic particles that can enter the sea and cause harm to our ecosystems. Here’s how to care for synthetic garments.
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Care guides|March 2025
Silk is composed of incredibly fine natural protein fibres produced by silkworms. It is surprisingly strong, smooth, breathable, and transports moisture. Handle silk garments with care to maintain their smooth and lustrous texture.
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Care guides|March 2025
Canvas items, such as shoes and bags, are popular for their durability and versatility. Proper care can help maintain their appearance and extend their lifespan.
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