Celebrate Waterford and Danish Food as part of Irish Presidency of EU — Waterford

Waterford City and County Council, together with the Danish Embassy in Ireland and the Irish Embassy in Denmark, are inviting residents to a culinary showcase that celebrates the links between Waterford and Denmark as part of Ireland’s presidency of the European Union. The event, titled “Taste of Denmark – Exploring and Enhancing Danish and Waterford Connections,” will take place on Wednesday 23 September from 11 am to 1 pm in the Garter Lane Arts Centre.

The programme will feature Danish chef and restaurateur Emilie Qvist, owner of Restaurant Lyspunktet and creative chef studio Hengemt in Hanstholm, and Waterford chef and SETU Lecturer Michael Quinn. Attendees will be treated to Smørrebrød – the traditional Danish open‑faced sandwich – with a Waterford twist, giving diners a taste of both culinary traditions. Qvist has said she is looking forward to experiencing the food pantry that exists in County Waterford, visiting local producers and seeing the variety of ingredients available. She hopes to cook with these ingredients and create a lovely lunch in collaboration with SETU Culinary Arts students.

Special guests will include the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Liam Brazil, Ireland’s Ambassador to Denmark, H.E. Kyle O’Sullivan, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of Denmark to Ireland, H.E. Ole Egberg Mikkelsen, and gastronomic journalist Tina Nielsen. Their presence underscores the cultural and diplomatic significance of the event.

The gathering is part of a broader effort to showcase Waterford’s hospitality and culinary talent during Ireland’s EU presidency, highlighting the city’s connections with Denmark and the wider European community. The event promises to be a lively celebration of food, culture and friendship, and is open to all who wish to explore the culinary ties that bind the two nations.

For more details, see the Waterford City and County Council events page.

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