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The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Cycling chef serves up gastronomic journey by bike in Denmark
Wulff cooks on his self-designed kitchen-bike during a stop of a gastronomical bike tour in Copenhagen, Denmark. — Photos: CAMILLE BAS-WOHLERT/AFP) Hopping off his custom-built bicycle-turned-portable kitchen, Danish chef Morten Kryger Wulff started whipping up a feast of tantalising, original dishes, served with a generous side of nature. The 56-year-old chef, a veteran of prestigious kitchens across Europe, got the idea more than two decades ago to take his cooking to the great outdoors, leading customers on a gastronomic bike ride through Copenhagenwit, with delectable food served at every stop. On a sunny weekday in July, grilled seaweed, dill cream, bean fricassee, Nordic pizza, and blackcurrant ice cream were on the menu for the ride from the Danish capital's harbour to the Amager Nature Park. "This is as close as I can come to nature, cooking-wise, in a chef way," said Wulff. The tour lasts about four hours total, covering three to five kilometres (around two to three miles). It is broken into bike rides of about 15 minutes each, in between which the chef gets off his bike, unfolds his table and starts cooking. "You take away the walls of a traditional restaurant and you expose yourself to the city and to the elements you're in," he said. With a long-standing passion for the outdoors, Wulff takes his customers on a gastronomical bike ride through the Danish capital. In his cargo bike – a contraption he designed himself, measuring over two metres (six feet seven inches) long and weighing 130 kilogrammes (287 pounds) – he brings everything he needs: a foldable work surface, a refrigerator, a gas burner and all his ingredients. "It is impressive to watch him cook from that small kitchen, to see how compressed everything is," said Pernille Martensson, a Copenhagen local who joined the tour with her husband to celebrate his birthday. The route is "part of the menu", said Wulff. "For example, the dish with fish or shellfish or seaweed are typically served by the channels," he said. On the docks, he sautes shrimp before serving them in shells. As Wulff and his group gradually move away from Copenhagen's city centre, the chef – who has worked at The Savoy hotel in London and Geneva's InterContinental – shares stories about the city and the project. It all began in 2002, when he was kicked out of a municipal park for trying to have a barbecue with friends, and decided to start cooking outdoors legally. Locally produced Wulff takes an ecologically gentle approach. "The food we get for these tours is, of course, all harvested and bought locally," he said, adding that even the wines come from around Copenhagen. "Bicycle, it's the most sensible vehicle, the smartest vehicle. It does not use any energy. You can have a battery, but it's pedal-powered," he said. The mobile approach to dining means he and his customers "meet the city, we meet the locals", he said. The self-proclaimed "bicycle chef" said he is "very passionate about cargo bikes and what they can do". He frequently participates in the Danish cargo bike championships, an unconventional competition held annually in Copenhagen. In 2016, he was named courier of the year. The award committee said he had "demonstrated the many possibilities of the cargo bike with his mobile kitchen project". Bicycle-loving Copenhagen has over 385 kilometres of bike lanes, the oldest dating back to 1892. – By CAMILLE BAS-WOHLERT/AFP
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
General Hospital spoilers: Nina's truth bomb, Lulu-Dante drama, and Joss goes sneaking into Dalton's lab — what happens next?
Nina's (Cynthia Watros) decisions are finally coming back to bite. Long before Drew (Cameron Mathison) and Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) got together, Nina had a brief fling with Drew. The issue? She never told Willow, even after the two became a couple. Now, Tracy (Jane Elliot) is using that secret to her advantage, hoping Nina will go against Sonny (Maurice Benard). But the situation might not be that simple. Nina could ignore Tracy's plan altogether and tell the truth on her own terms. Or maybe the real trouble is not about the past romance—but her possible involvement in drugging Drew, which led to his wild night at The Savoy with Jacinda (Paige Herschell). Drew seems ready to get even. He wants to take down everyone he blames—Michael (Rory Gibson), Portia (Brook Kerr), Curtis (Donnell Turner), Nina—and anyone else standing between him and reclaiming Wiley and Amelia. WATCH: Stella is worried about the fights Curtis has Aurora picking... and knows him well enough to know he isn't doing it by choice. #GH Dante and Lulu don't see eye to eye Meanwhile, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Lulu (Alexa Havins) continue to struggle. Ever since Lulu came out of her coma, the two haven't been aligned. Their latest disagreement could be about Rocco (Finn Carr) and how he found out that Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) is his birth mother. Dante might've had a chat with Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) about her part in the situation—but he seems to have forgiven her. Lulu? Not so much. This may be fueling the tension, especially since she feels Dante gives more understanding to others than he gives to her. Sasha says goodbye to Port Charles. Click to watch today's emotional, new #GH - RIGHT NOW! ⤵️ #GeneralHospital Sonny is pushed to make a choice Sonny might also be facing a difficult moment. Tracy could be behind this too—possibly asking him to distance himself from his grandson Gio (Giovanni Mazza). Her concern? She doesn't want Gio caught in the crossfire of one of Sonny's violent feuds. Will Sonny agree to step back? Joss takes matters into her own hands Elsewhere, Anna (Finola Hughes) is following her instincts. She's suspicious of Vaughn (Bryce Durfee)—his record is spotless, too perfect. She thinks he could be hiding something. Could he be a spy? Or is her focus shifting back to Professor Dalton (Daniel Goddard)? At the same time, Joss (Eden McCoy) jumps into action. She's been digging into Dalton's work and might finally get access to his lab. This could be the moment she uncovers the truth she's been looking for. Thursday's General Hospital brings secrets, conflict, and bold moves—just enough drama to keep fans guessing what's next.
Kuwait Times
7 days ago
- Kuwait Times
Moveable feast: Danish chef serves up gastronomic journey by bike
Hopping off his custom-built bicycle-turned-portable kitchen, Danish chef Morten Kryger Wulff started whipping up a feast of tantalizing, original dishes -- served with a generous side of nature. The 56-year-old chef, a veteran of prestigious kitchens across Europe, got the idea more than two decades ago to take his cooking to the great outdoors, leading customers on a gastronomic bike ride through Copenhagen -- with delectable food served at every stop. On a sunny weekday in July, grilled seaweed, dill cream, bean fricassee, Nordic pizza, and blackcurrant ice cream were on the menu for the ride from the Danish capital's harbor to the Amager Nature Park. 'This is as close as I can come to nature, cooking-wise, in a chef way,' said Wulff. The tour lasts about four hours total, covering three to five kilometers (around two to three miles). It is broken into bike rides of about 15 minutes each, in between which the chef gets off his bike, unfolds his table and starts cooking. 'You take away the walls of a traditional restaurant and you expose yourself to the city and to the elements you're in,' he told AFP. In his cargo bike -- a contraption he designed himself, measuring over two meters (six feet seven inches) long and weighing 130 kilograms (287 pounds) -- he brings everything he needs: a foldable work surface, a refrigerator, a gas burner and all his ingredients. Danish chef Morten Kryger Wulff cooks on his self-designed kitchen-bike during a stop of a gastronomical bike tour in Copenhagen, Denmark. 'It is impressive to watch him cook from that small kitchen, to see how compressed everything is,' said Pernille Martensson, a Copenhagen local who joined the tour with her husband to celebrate his birthday. The route is 'part of the menu', said Wulff. 'For example, the dish with fish or shellfish or seaweed are typically served by the channels,' he said. On the docks, he sautes shrimp before serving them in shells. As Wulff and his group gradually move away from Copenhagen's city center, the chef -- who has worked at The Savoy hotel in London and Geneva's InterContinental -- shares stories about the city and the project. It all began in 2002, when he was kicked out of a municipal park for trying to have a barbecue with friends, and decided to start cooking outdoors legally. Locally produced Wulff takes an ecologically gentle approach. 'The food we get for these tours is, of course, all harvested and bought locally,' he said, adding that even the wines come from around Copenhagen. 'Bicycle, it's the most sensible vehicle, the smartest vehicle. It does not use any energy. You can have a battery, but it's pedal-powered,' he said. The mobile approach to dining means he and his customers 'meet the city, we meet the locals', he said. The self-proclaimed 'bicycle chef' said he is 'very passionate about cargo bikes and what they can do'. He frequently participates in the Danish cargo bike championships, an unconventional competition held annually in Copenhagen. In 2016, he was named courier of the year. The award committee said he had 'demonstrated the many possibilities of the cargo bike with his mobile kitchen project'. Bicycle-loving Copenhagen has over 385 kilometers (239 miles) of bike lanes, the oldest dating back to 1892.—AFP
Daily Mail
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Woman left shocked at the price of cocktail at one of world's most famous hotels
A British woman who stayed at one of London 's most iconic hotels was left stunned by the eye-watering price of cocktails served at its bar. Hannah Ricketts regularly reviews the best food, hotels, shops and attractions the capital has to offer and posts her verdicts on YouTube. In a recent video, uploaded to her channel @hannahricketts, she was left lost for words during her stay at The Savoy, located in Westminster. Known for attracting a roster of famous figures, as well as members of royalty and high society, a stay at one of London's most luxurious five-star hotels can certainly cost a pretty penny. For a one-night stay in a Superior Queen Room, guests can expect to pay up to £1,100, while a Suite offering a view of the River Thames can exceed £2,000. The American Bar, located on the ground floor of The Savoy, offers a similarly high-end experience with high price points for its drinks, as experienced by Hannah herself. The content creator documented her visit to the bar, which offers bespoke and classic cocktails ranging from £25 to £30. After perusing the menu, Hannah settled on ordering a 'Turning 18 (Again!)' cocktail, priced at £29, before looking at more costly options. She showcased a unique whisky and chocolate-based beverage, named '135 Year Celebration,' that marks 135 years of drinks being served at The Savoy, costing £45. But it was the bar's vintage cocktail options that truly left Hannah taken aback, with prices reaching as high as £5,000 for a sazerac made with vintage spirits. A 'Hanky Panky,' made with vintage gin and vermouth, is priced at £120, while a 'White Lady' can be £130, and a 'Daiquiri,' made with vintage Bacardi, lime and sugar is £100. The £5,000 sazerac, meanwhile, features a blend of rare and aged ingredients, including 1858 Sazerac de Forge cognac, 1950s Pernod absinthe, and 1900 Peychaud's bitters. According to the high price reflects the historical significance and scarcity of these components. In the clip, Hannah commented: 'I'm going to put my foot down, guys - you cannot order that. It's five grand.' On Reddit, one former guest at The Savoy sparked a discussion of cocktail prices after posting a photo of the Vintage menu, with one contributor writing: 'Flavours would be so off... Def. interesting, but not 5k interesting.' Another said: 'I'd love to try these but I'd also hate to mix those liquors with anything. I'd want an ounce of the vintage spirit and an ounce of the same modern spirit to compare the two.' Another former guest wrote: 'I tried the vintage negroni there. Worth the splurge once if you're into spirits and really quite different to a standard negroni,' while a second said: 'I had the Manhattan and I believe a White Lady last time I was there. Delicious.' It comes after two hotel guests were left in disbelief after making a very pricey mistake at The Plaza in January. Friends Amira Harvey and Jenna Sinatra were enjoying a luxurious night at New York's infamous hotspot - which is especially popular due to it featuring in Home Alone 2 - when they made a very expensive mistake while ordering room service. Inspired by one of the famous scenes from the holiday classic where Kevin (Macaulay Culkin) orders the extravagant ice cream sundae, Amira and Jenna did the same - only to find out it cost a whopping $500.
Straits Times
14-07-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Moveable feast: Danish chef serves up gastronomic journey by bike
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Danish chef Morten Kryger Wulff cooks on his self-designed kitchen-bike during a stop of a gastronomical bike tour on July 2 in Copenhagen. COPENHAGEN – Hopping off his custom-built bicycle-turned-portable kitchen, Danish chef Morten Kryger Wulff started whipping up a feast of tantalising dishes – served with a generous side of nature. The 56-year-old veteran of prestigious kitchens across Europe got the idea more than two decades ago to take his cooking to the great outdoors, leading customers on a gastronomic bike ride through Copenhagen – with delectable food served at every stop. On a sunny weekday in July, grilled seaweed, dill cream, bean fricassee, Nordic pizza and blackcurrant ice cream were on the menu for the ride from the Danish capital's harbour to Amager Nature Park. 'This is as close as I can come to nature, cooking-wise, in a chef way,' said Wulff. The tour lasts about four hours in total, covering 3km to 5km. It is broken into bike rides of about 15 minutes each, in between which the chef gets off his bike, unfolds his table and starts cooking. 'You take away the walls of a traditional restaurant and expose yourself to the city and to the elements you're in,' he said. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Singapore to train more aviation and maritime officials from around the world Business Singapore's economy sees surprise expansion in Q2 despite US tariff uncertainty: Advance estimate Singapore What's in a name? Local author traces the evolution of Singaporean Chinese names Business From wellness zone to neurodivergent room: How companies are creating inviting, inclusive offices Singapore Swift action needed to stop vaping's slide from health risk to drug epidemic Singapore Govt will continue to support families, including growing group of seniors: PM Wong at PCF Family Day Singapore Art by Pathlight students to be displayed along Singapore River Sport Jannik Sinner dethrones Carlos Alcaraz to capture maiden Wimbledon crown In his cargo bike – a contraption he designed himself, measuring more than 2m long and weighing 130kg – he has everything he needs: a foldable work surface, a refrigerator, a gas burner and all the ingredients. 'It is impressive to watch him cook from that small kitchen, to see how compressed everything is,' said Copenhagen local Pernille Martensson, who joined the tour with her husband to celebrate his birthday. The route is 'part of the menu', said Wulff. 'For example, the dish with fish or shellfish or seaweed is typically served by the channels.' On the docks, he sautes shrimp before serving them in shells. As Wulff and his group gradually move away from Copenhagen's city centre, the chef – who has worked at The Savoy hotel in London and Geneva's InterContinental – shares stories about the city and the project. It all began in 2002, when he was kicked out of a municipal park for trying to have a barbecue with friends, and decided to start cooking outdoors legally. He takes an ecologically gentle approach. 'The food we get for these tours is, of course, harvested and bought locally,' he said, adding that even the wines come from around Copenhagen. 'A bicycle is the most sensible vehicle, the smartest vehicle. It does not use any energy. You can have a battery, but it's pedal-powered,' he said. The mobile approach to dining means he and his customers 'meet the city, we meet the locals', he added. The self-proclaimed 'bicycle chef' said he is 'very passionate about cargo bikes and what they can do'. He frequently participates in the Danish cargo bike championships, an unconventional competition held annually in Copenhagen. In 2016, he was named courier of the year. The award committee said he had 'demonstrated the many possibilities of the cargo bike with his mobile kitchen project'. Bicycle-loving Copenhagen has more than 385km of bike lanes, the oldest dating back to 1892. AFP
