I am so grateful to experience a new culture through food and I’m always willing to try something new. The Danish language is difficult to learn, but buying groceries and ordering food gives me a chance to practice and get better at saying some key phrases.
Genuinely, it feels like a little bit of magic. With street food and pastry carts, the food is often made right in front of you, which is so cool to watch! The pastries usually have some kind of cream or jam filling, and the savory items come piled with lots of toppings. A traditional Danish breakfast, the BMO, is prepared by cutting a fresh, warm sourdough bun in half and layering it with a thick coat of butter, cheese and jam, with a side of soft-boiled eggs. Another brunchtime meal I’ve had on repeat is a croque monsieur (name of a sandwich, literally translates to crunchy mister). This classic French hot sandwich is made with ham, rich cheese and toasted with even more cheese on top until it crisps up. Basically, it’s like a glorified grilled cheese—and WOW, it did not disappoint!
The BMO, which stands for belle med oste (bun with cheese), is a Danish bun with cheese. This simple breakfast speaks to Copenhagen’s high-quality ingredients and embodies the Danish love for hygge (coziness). And bonus- the hunt for the best BMO encourages people to explore local bakeries! Traditional Danish food is rooted in peasant-style cooking to survive winters and focus on hearty ingredients.
