Explore Europe Copenhagen in Denmark Podcast Episode Show Notes Home to the children’s story teller, Hans Christian Andersen, the city of Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark and very much the beating heart of the country. It’s a very advanced city in terms of infrastructure, architecture, sustainability, tourism and culture. Which makes it such a joy to visit and get around. Copenhagen is one of my favourite cities in Europe and as I grew up reading Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales when I went there I had to make a pilgrimage to the little mermaid of course!    Here are the links from our Explore Europe Copenhagen episode:  Harbour Cruise: https://www.stromma.dk/kobenhavn/sightseeing/sightseeing-med-bad/grand-tour/ Vor Frelsers Kirke/Church of Our Saviour: http://www.vorfrelserskirke.dk Christiansborg (another tower): http://kongeligeslotte.dk/en/palaces-and-gardens/christiansborg-palace.html Copenhagen Card: https://copenhagencard.com Tivoli Gardens: www.tivoli.dk   Cafes & Restaurants Grospiseri restaraunt on top of the old car auction building! (book in advance): https://www.grospiseri.dk Manfreds restaurant: http://manfreds.dk/en/ Relæ  http://www.restaurant-relae.dk/en/ Noma the best restaurant in the world (very experience, book well in advance): http://noma.dk Reffen (street food): https://reffen.dk Torvehallerne food hall: https://torvehallernekbh.dk Souls plant based restaurant: http://www.soulscph.dk Mad og Kaffe coffee hause: https://madogkaffe.dk   Accommodation:  Budget hostels Generator: https://generatorhostels.com/destinations/copenhagen Dan Hostel: https://www.danhostel.dk/en Budget Hotels Cabinn: https://www.cabinn.com/hoteller-koebenhavn-copenhagen Wake Up: https://www.wakeupcopenhagen.dk/    Neighbourhood guides: Nyhavn: https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/nyhavn-gdk474735 Vesterbro: https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/hipster-vesterbro Frederiksberg: https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/posh-frederiksberg-0 Nørrebro: https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/multicultural-norrebro-0 Meatpacking District: https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/meatpacking-district   Discover more of Jen Gale's easy to implement sustainable living tips here: www.asustainablelife.co.uk   Melanie’s Links: Dejlige Days Blog: www.dejligedays.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKBGJkKT0SG-t-uKglBHMOQ Dejlige Days Welcome: www.dejligedayswelcome.com   Podcast Conversation Timeline:  00:01- Welcome to Explore Europe and a big welcome to the show, Melanie Haynes! Where are we exploring today? 00:47 - How did Melanie end up living in Copenhagen? 2:37 -  How difficult is it to adjust to the dark winters of Denmark? 3:16 - Melanie explains what Hygge is and why is it an important part of Danish life 6:27 - What shall we do when we visit Copenhagen, Melanie? 9:24 - Although we’re missing John in this week’s episode, Melanie steps in to give us the nooks and crannies of the area - thanks, Mel! 9:50 - And…..even the hop on, hop off bus gets a mention! 10:18 - Information about the Copenhagen card and taking the boat tours 12:14 - A must see: Tivoli Gardens - What to do there - What fare is on offer - What ticket should you buy 18:31 - Michelle digs deeper into what else Melanie would suggest to see in Copenhagen? 18: 39 - Canal cruise and Nyhavn 18:56 - Melanie tells us all about the Smørrebrød (the traditional open sandwich). Plus, Melanie teaches Michelle how to pronounce it. 20:10 - The longest walking street in Europe 20:31 - The neighbourhoods of Copenhagen 22:07 - Melanie and Michelle talks about ‘Danish Style’ 22:37 - The cafe culture 24:20 - It’s food time. Melanie gives us her favourite spots to eat and tips for eating out on a budget 28:05 - The street food of Copenhagen 29:41 - Isn’t it all pork based dishes in Denmark? Melanie dispels the myths