Denmark
Smørrebrød, whose name means butter and bread, is a Danish staple of buttered rye bread with various toppings. Often eaten for lunch, simpler combinations are popular at breakfast, including ham with beetroot jelly and potatoes with radishes. Håndværkerrundstykker, poppy-seed-topped white rolls whose name refers to craftsmen, are split and topped with thin chocolate slices called pålægschokolade, or cheese and jam. Øllebrød, rye bread simmered in beer, is another breakfast favorite. We also offered Danish drinks such as saft, made from concentrated summer berries or elderflowers, and summery Danish desserts.
Denmark has attracted attention as one of the world’s happiest countries. Its extensive social support is often credited, but its distinctive approach to education also encourages people to discover who they are from childhood and feel in control of their own lives. Another important part of Danish life is hygge, a word that is difficult to translate directly: the warm, comfortable atmosphere that comes from spending time with others. Danes treasure these moments in everyday life.
With thanks to
Royal Danish Embassy
Andersen Institute of Bread and Life Co., Ltd.
Tumlare Corporation
JAMMY Inc.
Yuriko Mori (Hokuo BOOK)
Jensh Jensen
Mai Katsume














