A culinary and musical powerhouse has emerged in the heart of downtown Copenhagen, uniting Denmark’s gastronomic elite with jazz royalty. Read more about the ambitious new jazz venue Epicurus in Copenhagen’s city center.
Lars Seier Christensen, co-owner of the three-Michelin-starred Geranium (World’s Best Restaurant 2022) and two-Michelin-starred Alchemist, has joined forces with Mads Bøttger of the one-Michelin-starred Dragsholm Castle Gourmet. Together, they have partnered with Sir Niels Lan Doky, the knighted jazz pianist, composer, and producer celebrated for his extraordinary improvisations and collaborations with global luminaries.
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Epicurus is synonymous with luxury and the indulgence of sensual pleasures, which is precisely what Epicurus strives to offer. What begins as an elegant dinner in a grand bistro transforms into a mesmerizing jazz experience—an unforgettable journey for the senses. Epicurus is a joint where the focus is as much on delighting the palate as getting people’s feet tapping.
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The visionary Danish bar entrepreneur Rasmus Shepherd-Lomborg is responsible for mixing the drinks at Epicurus. He is known for the groundbreaking cocktail bar Ruby, which he founded in 2007 alongside his Scottish wife Adeline. Ruby has been featured six times on the prestigious World’s 50 Best Bars list.
The menu offers Franco-Nordic fare, featuring a mix of indulgence and clean flavors. Locally sourced, seasonal produce features in dishes such as beef tartare with wood sorrel.
Epicurus is a harmonious blend of a luxury bistro, an ambitious cocktail bar, and a jazz hall with international aspirations. This combination allows for a versatile evening—whether you wish to experience just one aspect or indulge in all three.
Epicurus is a flawless union of a luxury bistro, an exceptional cocktail program, and world-class jazz. It’s the harmonious combination of all three that makes Epicurus extraordinary.
Ambitious New Jazz Venue in Copenhagen’s City Center, Tor Kjolberg reporting
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