Podcast: Insider's Guide to Copenhagen - Drinks and Danish Smørrebrød
Join Italian bartender Harry Bell as he takes radio and television host Esben Bjerre for a stroll through some of his favourite Copenhagen spots and shares what makes Copenhagen special to him.
When Harry Bell wanted to expand his horizons and leave Italy, his friend told him, "Do you want to be in the place where everything already happened or do you want to be in the place where everybody needs to be?" Harry went to Copenhagen because he knew it as a place with a strong food scene. His plan was to stay for a year - and eight years later, he is still here. According to himself, he has lost his heart to Copenhagen.
Join Harry as he shows Esben where he spends his time in Copenhagen and where he brings his international friends. They walk from place to place, because Harry wants people to know how walkable of a city Copenhagen is and how short-distanced things can be.
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Dzidra
On Baldersgade in the hip Nørrebro area lies Dzidra (with a silent D!). Dzidra invites you in to a cozy space, where the modern design and calm atmosphere contribute to the delicious food experience. The menu consists of a few selected dishes and an emphasis on cakes. As they put it, the sweet items on the menu will be “whatever cute things we made for the day.”
Assistens Cemetery
Picnic in a graveyard? Sunbathing among tombs? No problem! While it might be a cultural chock that Danes hang out in graveyards, just like it was to Harry, but seeing as it is such a gorgeous space it's hard not to enjoy yourself. The graveyard has some of Denmark's most famous people buried, for example Niels Bohr and Hans Christian Andersen.
Landbohøjskolens Have
The campus and the gardens were established in 1858 and are major attractions for both staff and students, interested neighbours and visitors from other parts of Denmark and abroad. Still, it can be completely free of people. As Harry says, if you come at the right time, you will be alone. He considers it his "head-clearing" spot. The urban garden has over 6000 wild plants and is completely free of charge.
Torvehallerne
Imagine the best supermarket in the world; combine that with being able to taste everything before you take it home, and you have Torvehallerne. Two market halls host a multitude of small special shops and restaurants, where even just a stroll between the stalls will take you to each corner of the world. There is food for every tastebud and every mood.
Restaurant Møntergade
As Harry says, "Danish lunch is an experience." Restaurant Møntergade, located in an area where some of the buildings are over 400 years old, experiments with a new take on the Danish smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches). Don't forget to get a schnapps to go along with your smørrebrød. Skål and tak for mad!
Mint Records
If you are like Harry, you browse 300 records in no time. If you are like Esben, you have not been to a record shop in 20 years. Regardless of who you identity with, Mint Records is definitely worth a visit. Browse the over 20,000 LPs or 15,000 CDs and (re)discover your love for analog music.
Insiders Guide to Copenhagen
The Insider's Guide to Copenhagen isn't just a podcast—it's your ticket to the city's best-kept local spots and secrets. Join global newcomers and the Danish journalist Esben Bjerre who've embraced Copenhagen, as they share insider tips from an undiscovered backdrop of the city that promises to take your Danish experience to the next level. Whether you're a foodie, culture enthusiast, nature lover, or simply seeking the best spots for a memorable beer, our curated episodes cater to every interest, ensuring an unforgettable journey through this vibrant city, whether you're travelling solo, as a couple or with kids.