Conference Eats

Denmark is pricey, so we were fortunate to enjoy some great eats at the conference. Our first lunch was a contemporary DIY version of the tradition open-face sandwich. We received a plate of fixin's, such as cheese and fish, and helped ourselves to chunks of French bread and slabs of heavy Danish rye. (Not much of a bread-eater, I managed two small sandwiches and then ate the toppings on their own.) One evening we scored an invitation to the city hall, which is supposedly a very big deal, and were treated to their traditional pancakes. They claim it's a secret recipe, but imagine something closer to a folded crepe filled with fluff and topped with a peach jam and crushed pistachios. Yum! (I surveyed the Danes at the conference, and they all said it was their first-ever invite there.) Not to be outdone, the Louisiana Museum put on a lovely closing reception at its boat house: breathtaking water views, wine, endless hors-d'oeuvres, and a massive presentation of luscious berries and grapes. Hardly worth mentioning the chocolate for dessert. LOL!