The Copenhagen culinary scene is experiencing a mix of closures and new ventures, alongside recognition for Danish talent and ingredients on the world stage. The recent closure of Cafe Bang & Jensen after 28 years on Istedgade marks the end of an era for a cafe that symbolized the shift in Copenhagen’s cultural landscape in the 90s. Despite the sadness of this closure, the space has been quickly acquired by the craft beer chain Bootleggers, signaling a continuation of the area’s evolving food and beverage scene.

New York’s Apollo Bagels will be doing a pop-up at Frederik Bille Brahe’s Apollo Bar at Nyhavn from May 30th to July 1st. Juju restaurant has revamped its kitchen to offer a juicy Korean fried chicken burger. Christian Wellendorf will represent Denmark at the Bocuse d’Or. Restaurant Capa has been listed as one of the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants. Rokkedyssegaard strawberries are back in Torvehallerne.

Finally, the article shares a recipe for Claude Monet’s favorite snack: toasted baguette with crab butter. The recipe involves boiling crab claws, peeling the meat, and whipping it with cold butter, lemon zest, garlic, chives, Tabasco, salt, and pepper. The mixture should rest for a few hours before being spread on grilled bread. The author suggests pairing the snack with a white Jura or white Rioja.