During my latest Copenhagen visit, I had the chance to sample a range of local cafés and restaurants. Here are a few worth reporting:

42 RAW / While shopping, I had a late lunch at 42 Raw, a vegan hotspot. Though I’m not vegan, I absolutely appreciate a good avocado on rye. They also had a range of breakfast bowls, with acai, matcha or chia.

ATELIER SEPTEMBER / A must in Copenhagen, Atelier September is a trendy spot where freelancers gather for meetings or to work on their laptops. Great place for a light lunch, or to regroup from shopping.

MEYERS BAGERI / As I love to bake my own Swedish buns, I was eager to sample Denmark’s finest. Apparently the place to go, I tasted a couple of baked goods at Meyers Bageri. The cinnamon bun was delicious, though not nearly as fluffy as I usually enjoy. The texture of the Christmas bun was fabulous (croissant-like, with less butter), though the subtle taste (ginger, raisin and cardamom) wasn’t my favourite. From what I gather, the Danish buns are much less bready, and more croissanty than their Swedish counterparts.

HOLM / Stopped at HOLM café to refuel from shopping. I went to the one in Illums department store, though there are at least two other branches within walking distance. I had a cinnamon bun there (surprise!) – this one was a cross between a French Pain aux Raisins and an American Cinnabon. Very different than the Swedish version, but really tasty too!

COFFEE COLLECTIVE / Coffee Collective is ‘the’ coffee place to go to in Copenhagen. It was my second time there, and I have to say, it really reminds me of that earthy Australian coffee. Top quality, but I prefer a lighter taste. I did love their Torvehallerne market location, however. It is very airy and clean, not crowded, with a selection of appetising food.

HOST / I went back to HOST nouveau-Nordic restaurant again this trip. I love the experience, with super Scandi interiors and local tastes, though it’s not something I’d do regularly. They have a set menu including many ingredients I wouldn’t normally choose nor try, though everything comes together so beautifully and the tastes complement each other so well - sometimes in a way that you can’t even distinguish the separate ingredients. My favourites this time were the pork pancakes and the duck filet.

Where should I visit on my next trip?

I loved my recent trip to Copenhagen! Each time I go, I try to mix finding new places with returning to old favourites. Here’s where I went this time.

CIRKELBROEN / Opened in 2015, the Cirkelbroen pedestrian bridge is made up of overlapping circular mast shapes, honouring Danish shipping history. In the Christianshavn area, it’s sandwiched between shiny office buildings and picturesque brownstone buildings.

JÆGERSBORGGADE / I discovered this cozy street in Nørrebro on my last visit to the Danish capital. Though there still isn’t so much on the surrounding streets, Jægersborggade has gotten even better with time. I have yet to find something in one of their crafty boutiques, but I always find something to taste, as there are plenty of restaurants and cafes here.

SUPERKILEN / Not only is Superkilen park in Nørrebro, an area I’m eager to discover more of, it also was created to celebrate diversity. Being half-Swedish half-Filipina, the message is essential (also for everyone!).

INDRE BY / Shopping ‘til I drop, really! (This is why coffee breaks are essential – tried Holm café this time and had a delicious cinnamon bun). Spent most of my time and money in the Illums design building. Also found an amazing over-sized cashmere sweater in Envii, and a blue-and-white patterned top at Munthe.

What should I see next time? I’m curious to see some great views of the Danish capital.

Looking to brush up on yo­ur Scandi style as well as language skills? Recent Swedish classic ‘Säker Stil’ is an everything-you-need-to-know style guide, which I’ve already checked off my list. For a quirkier approach to dressing, try reading Danish mega-blogger Pernille Teisbaek’s new release ‘Dress Scandinavian’. I’m really curious to read it, as her personal style is so Scandi and yet so eclectic at the same time. A third option is rising Norwegian star Eirin Kristiansen’s lifestyle and blogging tips ‘Miss Independent’.

Have you read any of these yet?

Images from Felice Dahl and above linked sources.

Danish fashion is just so cool. While being minimalist, the Danes have an edge that the other Scandis typically don’t have. Leather jackets, coloured furs, and studded boots are the norm. On my next trip to Copenhagen, these are some brands I’d like to check out. What are your favourites?

1. Ganni / Regnegade 12, 1110 København K, Denmark

2. Hosbjerg / Online only

3. Billi Bi / Købmagergade 27, 1150 København K, Denamark

4. Heartmade / Pilestræde 45, 1112 København K, Denmark

5. Meotine / Online only until May

Images (clockwise from top right) from above sources and Freja Wewer.