Remember when dealing with cultural clashes: It’s not personal
The words are those of Pernilla Rorso. With both Danish and Swedish roots, and also an American family, and a long career in international management …
New to Danish Work Culture? Learn more about herding the Danes
“Managing Danes is like herding cats!” laughs Heidi Rottbøll Andersen. Not her own words, but those of an American manager who, baffled at the attitude …
Danish HYGGE – even Danes don’t realise that, surprisingly, it is not about the candles
Put candles on the table, in the windowsill, and a couple elsewhere in your room. Buy candy, snacks, wine or beer, invite some friends, and …
Koldskål with kammerjunkere – a summer delicacy
There is nothing more Danish than enjoying a bowl of koldskål with kammerjunkere in the summer. The article continues below. By Susanne Simmons Kee As …
Visit the holy pub of Sankt Peder
One of the most original Danish lunch places in the Copenhagen area, here you can enjoy great food surrounded by locals. The article continues below. …
The Danish Royals may seem rich but they actually don’t own much
The Danish royal family does not posses a huge fortune – even if they look rich with their castles, classy cars and amazing jewellery. The …
Adjusting to Danish early education – a challenging experience says an American Mom
An American mom sends her two little sons off to school in Denmark and discovers that there are plenty of lessons to be learned from …
The Danes and their bread
Have you ever entered a Danish bakery and felt a bit lost when faced with shelf after shelf of bread and cakes in all shapes, …
So what is Easter in Denmark?
You might think, due to all the extended Easter bank holidays, that Danes are very religious and spend their free days going to special Easter …
Gaekkebreve – a Danish Easter tradition
A lovely activity to enjoy with your children during lockdown, gaekkebreve are beautiful handmade cards, traditionally sent at this time of year. The article continues …
Official flag flying days
Impossible to live in Denmark for long without noticing the Danes’ fascination with their flag, find here all the official flag days in 2021 and …
The King of bread – Rugbrød
To foreigners perhaps the strangest Danish bread is the rugbrød – rye bread. The dark, compact, whole grain brick that takes some time to chew …
Relocating – a challenge.
Are you relocating this summer, either to Denmark, or from Denmark to a new country with your family? Then you will recognise the hardships involved …
Trailing partners – choosing life experiences over work experiences
Are you suffering from what I call the expat partner conundrum where you have to choose life experiences over work experiences because you follow your …
With all the wind – do you know how cold it is for your skin when you go outside?
Denmark is windy and a modern wind chill factor developed by DMI can help you evaluate just how cold the added wind is. The article …
What to send home for Christmas?
This year you may be sending your gifts for family and friends. But what to buy ? You want something that travels easily, is lightweight, …
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 …
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 of you are planning your Christmas gift shopping. If …
An expat’s Danish Christmas experience: “Such an important family event”
Bettina Schmidbauer is German and married to a Dane. In this interview she shares her experiences with the Danish Christmas and her family’s Christmas traditions. …
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 …
Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree
Danish Christmas traditions are a plenty: the lighting of the Advent wreath or the burning of dated candles, every day, counting down to the 24 …
Sunday 29 November is the first of four advent Sundays – is your wreath ready?
If you are new to this Christmas tradition find a few TIPS on how to make your own wreath. By Bente D. Knudsen An important …
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 …
Going home this summer and planning to sublet your Danish home short term?
Planning to make a little extra money by renting out your apartment or house while you are away? Do you know which insurance will cover …
What to send home for Christmas?
This year you may be sending your gifts for family and friends. But what to buy ? You want something that travels easily, is lightweight, …
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 …
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 of you are planning your Christmas gift shopping. If …
An expat’s Danish Christmas experience: “Such an important family event”
Bettina Schmidbauer is German and married to a Dane. In this interview she shares her experiences with the Danish Christmas and her family’s Christmas traditions. …
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 …
Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree
Danish Christmas traditions are a plenty: the lighting of the Advent wreath or the burning of dated candles, every day, counting down to the 24 …
Sunday 29 November is the first of four advent Sundays – is your wreath ready?
If you are new to this Christmas tradition find a few TIPS on how to make your own wreath. By Bente D. Knudsen An important …
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 …
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 …
Looking for a few books to read over the Christmas break?
Even if it may not be the most obvious way to get to know a country, it is one of the best: through its writers …
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 …