Indulge in gløgg and æbleskiver and other sweet treats at one of the many julemarkeder around
You can’t be anywhere in Europe at Christmastime and not make at least a few trips to the local Christmas markets. Needless to say, Denmark …
Gløgg – take the shortcut or make your own from scratch
On a cold winter day, a glass of hot glögg to warm you up is great. If you think Danes only make it from scratch …
Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree
Danish Christmas traditions are plentiful: the lighting of the Advent wreath or the burning of dated candles every day counting down to the 24th of …
It’s Yuletide sweater time again – is yours ready?
It’s beginning to look (and feel) a lot like sweater weather in Denmark, pretty much everywhere you go…not that we’re complaining. Did you know that …
To bake or to buy? Baking your own Æbleskiver
Maybe you are one for the ready to eat version of this delightful sweet afternoon treat. However, making your own is extremely gratifying as our …
Going Christmas shopping? Don’t forget your BYTTEMÆRKE!
It’s that time of the year when homes, shops and streets are beautifully decorated; and many are planning their Christmas gift shopping. Don’t forget your …
Delightful Christmas market 11 and 12 November
If you live in the Copenhagen area, and would like to visit one of the annual Christmas markets outside of Copenhagen, the one which takes …
Denmark closes down for Christmas
Other than a few open eateries, the Danish cities come to a standstill from December 24 to 26 and again on the 31 December and …
Out and About: Spending Christmas and New Year in Copenhagen and Denmark
Christmas Eve and the Christmas days are special in Denmark – everything (nearly) closes down and finding eateries that are open, and shops to buy …
A Danish Christmas Story
What is so special about the Danish Christmas you might ask – is Christmas in Denmark different from the rest of the Christian celebration? By …