Copenhagen: City Guide
Went for NOMA, would return for hot dogs.
Updated Nov 2025! I have had the chance to return to CPH yearly every November with TLC x MAD Academy and visit some of the city’s top restaurants during their off hours, learn about their sustainable practices and taste some of their experiments. I feel so lucky to have spent time here and get an insider’s look so I’m happy I get to share with you!
In September 2023, I flew to Copenhagen to dine at Noma. This had been a dream of mine since high school and I finally was able to get a reservation during vegetable season. As forerunners in the fermentation space, Rene Redzepi and David Zilber expanded my palate and interest in cooking so I could not wait to try the menu. Although this meal was unforgettable, the city itself introduced me to so many new flavors I had never experienced in my life. You can find all of my CPH TikTok here.
When in CPH, sure you try some pastries, a breakfast platter, schnapps & smørrebrød! The whipped butter is salted, airy and also a must-try. Ranging from high to low, traditional to modern, here are some of my favorite spots…
