Jordnær* Copenhagen

When food becomes art and worth more than a special journey

Welcome back to chasing stars, the series where I visit the worlds best restaurants.

For todays episode, we are visiting a restaurant close to my heart – Jordnær in Copenhagen.

Jordnær isn’t just a restaurant—it’s an act of reverence, a love letter to nature, and a quiet celebration of humility. The name itself—“Down to Earth”—says it all. And that’s what Eric Vildgaard and Tina Kragh , have created. They don’t just run a restaurant; they’ve built a home. They call Jordnær their “seventh child,” a labor of love that extends far beyond the kitchen and dining room. It’s family, passion, and the kind of devotion you don’t often see in the polished world of michelin stars.

Since opening in 2017, they have climbed the ranks with a speed that can only be described as extraordinary. Nine months in, they scored their first Michelin star. By 2020, they had their second. And in 2024, they hit the pinnacle—a third Michelin star. In a city already brimming with culinary talent, they’ve carved out a space that demands attention. But how did they get there? For me, the answer’s clear: it’s not just about the food, it’s about the whole damn experience. From the moment Tina and Eric greet you at the door to that first sip of champagne, you realize they’ve built something rare—genuine, welcoming, and undeniably special.

📍Restaurant Jordnær
📈100/100⭐️⭐️⭐️
💶 3.800 DKK – €510 for the menu

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