in short…

• a picturesque cheese shop in Amsterdam’s Negen Straatjes

• handmade raw-milk cheeses from local farms

• favourite souvenir - Skylger cheese and dried muscat grapes

Tulips, windmills, Gouda? Of course - if you want to, you can find that charming cliché everywhere in Holland.

And we realise we’re asking for a leap of trust when we say that our secret tip is located in Amsterdam’s Nine Streets, which are actually anything but secret.

But those who, like us, love good cheese should know that the art of cheese-making has been cultivated in the Netherlands for centuries.

And at De Kaaskamer, the lovely little cheese shop in the old town, the finest local cheeses are stacked right up to the ceiling. 

in short…

• a gorgeous restaurant in Amsterdam’s historic Lastage district

• chef Orlando David combines fabulous food with warm hospitality

• the perfect start – a glass of champagne with brioche and smoked eel

A chef with South American roots, trained in European Michelin-starred cuisine, cooking with local Dutch produce.

The combination is just as exciting as it sounds.

Orlando David’s restaurant, with the unpretentious name R21, won our hearts straight away. 

Set in a beautiful historic Amsterdam house on the edge of the Lastage district, it is laid out over three adjoining rooms.

Each is as elegantly furnished as the next, yet the refined restaurant does not feel intimidating.

The welcome could hardly be warmer, and a glass of champagne is served here with French nonchalance as a delightful aperitif to accompany Dutch Zeeland oysters.

in short. . . 

• Design Hotel with Danish beach house charm

• dream location on Christiansholm island with beautiful views across the water

• and all our favourite spots right outside the door

The name of this small hotel chain promises us an extra hour on top of any ordinary day. 

We all love that wonderful feeling of having experienced so much in a single day that it feels longer than any other. 

On the water-surrounded Paper island we look out from our bed at the 25 Hours, over the glistening waves in the North Harbour, the park in front of the modern Royal Opera House, to the green dome of Frederiks Church and the houses on the former naval site, where small boats bob and the first guests sit outside Hart Bageri.

Clearly the perfect place from which we dive into our day in Copenhagen brimming with energy.

in short…

• Noma's cool Rosio Sanchez shows us how stunning Mexican cuisine can be

• corn tortillas and cloudberries - here in Vesterbro, Mexico gets a Nordic touch

• what we can hardly get enough of - the Spicy Mezcal Margarita

Have you tried our tip for Hija de Sanchez, Rosio Sanchez's fantastic taco stands in Torvehallerne or Broens Gadekøkken? 

If you like it here, you'll definitely be just as enthusiastic as we are about Rosio's fine dining restaurant Sanchez in Vesterbro.

So far, it has mainly been rustic American Tex-Mex cuisine that has made its way to Europe. But it has never quite won our hearts.

At Sanchez, we learn how finely tuned Mexican food can be.

in short…

• in the middle of Stockholm's Norrmalm district - an Izakaya that has won our hearts

• the delicious street food-style dishes bear the fine signature of star-rated cuisine

• we love the great vibes here, between delicate paper fish and a smoking charcoal grill

Upplandsgatan runs straight and steadily uphill through charming Norrmalm to Gustaf Vasa Church with its imposing green dome.

Halfway up, simple wooden benches are screwed onto a classic Stockholm house, adapted to the sloping street.

The people sitting here are relaxed, in good moods and seem to know each other. 

So, a cool Swedish bar in a hip neighbourhood? Almost!

in short…

• Magnus Pettersson elevates the Danish classic to Bib Gourmand level

• this small Smørrebrød restaurant near Torvehallerne has the ambience of a Swedish summer's day

• we love the selection of local beers on tap

For many, the epitome of Danish cuisine is the Smørrebrød.

At Selma, near the Copenhagen Market Halls, this classic dish is elevated to an exquisite delicacy, crafted with the finest ingredients and a lot of love.

In a relaxed, familial atmosphere, it’s a joy to explore the imaginative versions of this traditional favorite.

in short…

• Redzepis fine burgers in a charming corner house in Christianshavn

• dry-aged organic beef or vegetarian quinoa tempeh

• most delicious side dish – Danish oxheart tomatoes with semi-dried strawberries

From a pop-up idea by the famous Noma chef, René Redzepi, Popl Restaurant has become a permanent spot for burger gourmets.

"Burger" and "gourmet" sound like a mismatch in one sentence? Not at Popl!

Here, the beloved fast food is transformed into mindful slow food, crafted with the best ingredients and extraordinary Noma expertise.

in short…

• Beau Clugston brings Australian ease and Noma precision together in his seafood restaurant

• from the open kitchen the friendly team always keeps an eye on their guests 

• our favourite - squid mousse with samphire and lavender

Near the Copenhagen harbor promenade, a few steps up on Peder Skrams Gade 15, you enter Iluka.

A floor-length red curtain along one side of the room hints at an elegant theatrical production.

Indeed, the carefully selected and lovingly prepared seafood and fish we enjoy deserve this special presentation.

On the right, the room is bright and welcoming, with warm, unpretentious wooden furniture and a white-tiled bar.

This is how we experience our visit to Iluka - exquisite and refined, yet relaxed and familial.

in short…

• street food this delicious and high-quality is hard to find elsewhere

• burgers from Gasoline Grill, tacos from Hija de Sanchez or gyros from Strangas

• summer festival vibe or winter magic - we like this place in every seasonAt Broens Gadekøkken, Copenhagen’s chefs show just how high-quality and delicious street food can be.

Overlooking the water with a view of the harbor, you can sit on simple wooden benches and indulge in burgers, tacos, seafood and much more, accompanied by Danish beer, homemade lemonades, or creamy milkshakes.

in short…

• arguably the finest pizza north of the Alps is served here in Nørrebro

• the exquisite mozzarella and burrata are crafted in-house by Christian Puglisi

• particularly appealing - the Neapolitan stone oven with its open fire

Italy has an enclave in Copenhagen!

At Bæst in Nørrebro, our foodie hearts soar.

The best local organic products and the skilled hands of Chef Christian Puglisi ensure that even the simplest dishes are a grand delight.

From pizza to pistachio ice cream, we indulge in a Danish-Italian Dolce Vita.

in short…

• the perfect burger for a spontaneous craving in Copenhagen

• freshly ground organic beef, potato buns, crinkle cut fries

• best paired with - Gasoline's milkshake

Gasoline Grill has nine locations across Copenhagen.

While we love enjoying their juicy burgers at the stand in Broens Gadekøkken, it’s comforting to know that spontaneous burger cravings can be satisfied at any of their well-distributed spots throughout the city.

Klaus Wittrup started out with with a similar appetite for a really good burger.

He opened his very first burger joint in the ultra-cool Landgreven location, inside a former gas station.

Gasoline Grill was born.

in short…

• lovely boutique hotel with bohemian chic

• sustainably run and green in all the best ways

• what we particularly love – the enchanting courtyard with their own café

At Coco, visitors to Copenhagen effortlessly blend with locals, thanks to the boutique hotel's delightful lobby area, featuring a café and bar in bohemian chic and a cozy green courtyard.

The ambiance upon entering the Coco Hotel is simply enchanting.

There’s a charming blend of indoor and outdoor spaces. Fabrics in soft natural tones, wicker furniture, white marble tables and an abundance of plants and flowers create a true little oasis in the lively Vesterbro district.

in short…

• urban home for two in the historic Nyboder houses

• heavenly tranquillity with a garden view

• and our favourite Copenhagen cafés just around the corner

The settlement where this charming apartment is located is framed by the King’s Garden, the Rose Park, the Botanical Garden, the Østre Anlæg and the Kastellet fortress.

What sounds like a rural idyll is actually super centrally located and a perfect retreat between exciting city days.

We just love Jette’s apartment in Indre By.

This cozy place makes us want to stay forever, but the allure of the nearby cafés like Apotek 57 or Atelier September is simply too strong.

in short…

• Boutique Hotel with Scandinavian design in the midst of the Latin Quarter

• organic breakfast in the gorgeous greenhouse of the Vækst Restaurant

• don't miss out - wine hour and nightcap on the house

The SP34 by Danish Brøchner Hotels impresses with its Scandinavian design, cozy co-living spaces, and friendly atmosphere.

For those who are adventurous and sociable, this hotel and the vibrant Latin Quarter surrounding it offer plenty of variety and excitement.

Night owls and foodies will find themselves right at home at SP34.

The hotel itself boasts three restaurants, ensuring guests are never far from a delicious meal.

in short…

• idyllic park café on a gentle hill - perfect for a little country getaway right in the city

• coffee under soft pink parasols or in the cosy conservatory

• we love the warm cinnamon rolls baked in pretty ceramic moulds

A short stroll, an extensive walk with the dog, or a daily jogging route through the city park – all become even more delightful with a cup of coffee, an ice-cold drink, or a tasty snack.

All this comes together at Flindt & Ørsted in Copenhagen’s Ørstedparken.

in short…

• Chiara Barlas Café in a historic pharmacy

• a most beautiful location between Nyboders and Frederiksstaden

• delicious breakfast (the pistachio granola is a hit) and fabulous snacks - homemade from local organic ingredients

Chiara Barla came from Liguria in Italy to Copenhagen to delve into the excitement surrounding the new Scandinavian cuisine spearheaded by René Redzepi and his restaurant Noma.

Now rooted in the Danish capital herself, she runs Apotek 57, a beautiful café that meets all the high standards of Copenhagen's culinary scene.

in short…

• Frederik Bille Brahe's Daytime Cooking

• here we get the perfect Danish breakfast - fresh sourdough bread, cheese, blueberry jam and a soft-boiled egg

• we can't get enough of - Madeleines, warm from the oven

“Daytime cooking” is how Frederik Bille Brahe describes what he does at Atelier September, and it fits perfectly.

Here, we can have breakfast all day, enjoy a light lunch, or have an early evening snack before heading out for dinner.

Atelier September is a bright and beautiful place to meet friends or enjoy the friendly atmosphere alone.

in short…

• bakery and coffee roastery with a bit of Noma

• three times in Copenhagen - three times delightful

• most indulgent treat - chocolate swirl croissants

Here, a bit of Noma’s magic wafts through the air, mingling with the aroma of coffee and buttery, chocolatey pastries.

Milton Abel, a pastry chef from Noma, teamed up with coffee expert Hans Kristian Andersen to open the wonderful bakery and coffee roastery, Andersen & Maillard.

The heavenly selection of glazed croissants filled with pistachio cream or melting dark chocolate, cannelés and fine cakes gives us a glimpse of the years of work in top-tier patisserie that went into creating these delicacies.

in short…

• award-winning coffee from fair and sustainable sourcing

• from Indre By to Nørrebro - wherever we need good coffee

• and always with the friendly Coffee Collective atmosphere

Peter, Claus, and Caspar are the three founders of Coffee Collective. Driven by their passion for exceptionally good coffee, their commitments include sustainability from the coffee farm to the coffee cup and fair trade through close collaboration with farmers.

Despite their achievements, including winning the World Barista Championship and the World Cup Tasting Championships, they remain humble, letting their coffee speak for itself in the best possible way.

Perched on a granite boulder by the waterfront below the Kastellet fortress, the Little Mermaid gazes out at the sea quiet, bronze and barely 1.25 meters tall. 

She seems delicate and it’s easy to see why she’s known as the smallest landmark in the world.

The sculpture was created in 1913 by Copenhagen-based artist Edvard Eriksen.