Local produce in The Heart of Jutland
Inspiration to find hidden gems and local produce.
From farm to table – explore our local producers
In local farm shops, microbreweries and roadside stalls, you’ll find more than flavour – you’ll find stories. Stories of families who have worked the same land for generations. Of passionate locals brewing their own beer or crafting whisky infused with nettles from the backyard. And of communities choosing the sustainable path, even when it isn’t the fastest or easiest one.
A greener journey begins with small choices: tasting what grows just beyond the doorstep. Asking where the cheese comes from. Bringing something home that satisfies not only your appetite, but your conscience too.
Sourdough bread and sweet moments
Visit Folmers Mikrobageri at Rådhuspassagen 5A, 7100 Vejle – a micro bakery offering sourdough bread, buns, rye bread and sweet treats made sustainably in Denmark.
Welcome to Nygård Ismejeri & gårdbutik - homemade ice cream from delicious ingredients
Experience Xocolatl – chocolate made in Denmark with a focus on sustainability, craftsmanship and flavour. Perfect for gifting or indulgence. Order online today.
Discover C&K’s Beekeeping near Kolding: heat-free honey crafted with care and sustainability. Visit their market stand for a taste of nature’s golden drop.
Based in Vejle, Vanilla Chocolatier & Patisserie creates luxury celebration cakes, handmade chocolates and artisan sour-dough breads using premium ingredients and traditional craftsmanship. Order online or visit us.
Visit Bagerland and order breads, pastries, cakes and specialty bakery items online – easy delivery and a vast selection for all occasions.
Visit Ravnsminde Farm Shop near Børkop for beef from free-range cattle, seasonal poultry, local delicacies, wine, beer and handmade interior items.
Discover AroniaBær: Buy aronia berries, aronia juice, marmalade and powder – produced with focus on flavour and nutrition. Free shipping on larger orders.
Gårdbutikker – her er der ikke langt fra jord til bord
De ligger spredt ud over landskabet – nogle gemt bag levende hegn, andre langs de små veje – gårdbutikkerne, hvor årstidens smag er lige til at tage med hjem. Her kan du købe grøntsager høstet få timer før, møde avlere, der kender hver kvadratmeter af deres jord, og smage kød, der er opdrættet med respekt for dyrevelfærd.
Når du handler i en gårdbutik, bliver maden mere end en vare. Og så er det en konkret måde at støtte både klimaet og de mennesker, der arbejder for en bæredygtig fødevarekultur.
Farm shops - eggs, meat, fruit & vegetables
Visit Assenbjerg Highland Cattle between Billund and Vejle – where cattle roam freely in nature and deliver organic, flavourful beef. Farm shop available by appointment. ([turn0search1])
At Bølling GræsÆg you’ll find free-range eggs from hens with plenty of space and PFAS-free feed. Naturally good eggs – straight from the farm.
Established in 2005, Frøkær Vineyard has tested more than 40 grape varieties and now grows four successful types on sandy loam soil. With approx. 2,500 vines and professional registration since 2014, the vineyard is licensed to sell wine in Denmark. The shop is open daily 8:00–21:00, and wine tastings can be arranged at +45 51 22 28 44. As a Pintrip member, camper visitors are welcome.
Visit Nørballegård Frugt & Grønt for freshly harvested fruit and vegetables from their own fields, grown with care for climate and flavour. Egtvedvej 121, 6040 Egtved.
Visit Ravnsminde Farm Shop near Børkop for beef from free-range cattle, seasonal poultry, local delicacies, wine, beer and handmade interior items.
Solskin I/S – Visit our organic and biodynamic farm in Taps. Buy vegetables, berries and meat online or at our farm shop. Delivery in Kolding Municipality.
Visit Dalgaard – The Organic Farm Shop in Billund. Discover organic potatoes, carrots, leeks, onions and cabbage grown on-site, plus eggs and seasonal produce. Quality you can taste.
Tinnetgaard farm shop and open farm is located close to Gudenåen. Organic produce, flowers, sweets and coffee is available. You can also pet the farm animals.
Wineries and breweries
Visit Fary Lochan Distillery near Billund: cellar tour with whisky ageing and tastings of Nordic whisky, gin and liqueurs from a family-run distillery in nature.
Skærsøgaard Vin is beautifully situated just outside Kolding - visit the shop or take part in one of the wine tastings held at the winery.
Visit LINDELY Winery near Kolding Fjord. Discover Danish wine production, vineyard tours and wine tastings in scenic surroundings.
Discover Danish Nature Brew – handcrafted organic mead from Denmark, created with Nordic tradition and modern taste. Ideal for cocktails, cheese pairings and gourmet gifting.
Established in 2005, Frøkær Vineyard has tested more than 40 grape varieties and now grows four successful types on sandy loam soil. With approx. 2,500 vines and professional registration since 2014, the vineyard is licensed to sell wine in Denmark. The shop is open daily 8:00–21:00, and wine tastings can be arranged at +45 51 22 28 44. As a Pintrip member, camper visitors are welcome.
Explore Grippingslund Vineyard near Kolding – boutique wine production and a comprehensive webshop with brewing and vineyard equipment. Danish quality & local production.
Visit Trolden Distillery & Brewery in Denmark. Enjoy craft beer, microbatch spirits and tastings of beer, gin and whisky.
Jelling Bryggeri is one of the country's smallest producers of beer, which is centrally located in Jelling. Enjoy beer brewing inspired by Vikings at Byens Café.
Treasures from the sea
At sanke betyder at samle eller høste, og dækker over alt, der kan indsamles i naturen, både naturpynt og spiselige vilde råvarer.
Nak og æd en krabbe og hjælp fjorden
I Naturpark Lillebælt arbejder man med en enkel tanke: Hvis vi forstår naturen bedre, passer vi bedre på den. Og nogle gange begynder den forståelse med noget så lavpraktisk som et net og en gryde.
Fang krabberne. De fleste kender dem som en sjov aktivitet for børn – men faktisk er flere af krabberne i Lillebælt invasive. De formerer sig i stor stil og skubber til balancen i fjordens økosystem. Derfor arbejder Naturparken med formidling og oplevelser, der kombinerer mad, miljø og meningsfuldhed.
Kan vi spise problemet? Ja, måske.
På tur med naturvejledere lærer du ikke bare, hvordan du fanger og tilbereder krabber, tang og strandurter – du får også historien om, hvorfor det giver mening. Det handler om at tage del i naturplejen – med både hænder og smagsløg.
Inspireret af Nak & Æd tilbyder Naturpark Lillebælt oplevelser, hvor du kommer helt tæt på fjordens råvarer og lærer, hvordan det at spise lokalt og ansvarligt også kan være en indsats for biodiversiteten.
Det er sjovt. Det er lækkert. Og det gør en forskel.
Lokale råvarer, lille klimaaftryk: Opskrift på krabbesuppe
Ingredienser (ca. 2–3 personer)
- ½ kg strandkrabber
- ¼ flaske tør æblecider
(kan erstattes af æblemost + en smule æbleeddike) - ½ æble
- ½ gulerod
- ½ pastinak eller persillerod
- ½ løg
- 1½ fed hvidløg + ½ helt hvidløg
- 5 g frisk ingefær
- ½ spsk tomatpuré
- 1 knivspids paprika
- 6 peberkorn
- Stilke fra friske krydderurter (fx persille, timian eller dild)
- Olie til sautering
- Vand
Sådan gør du
- Halvér strandkrabberne med en tung kniv.
- Skær grøntsager og æble i grove stykker.
- Sautér krabberne i olie i et par minutter, til de tager farve.
- Tilsæt grøntsager, tomatpuré, krydderurtestilke og krydderier. Lad det hele stege med, så smagen udvikler sig.
- Hæld æblecider på og tilsæt vand, så det dækker.
Lad bisquen simre i ca. 45 minutter.
Vil du have ekstra dybde, kan du knuse skallerne kort i en foodprocessor og komme dem tilbage i gryden under kogningen.
Si bisquen gennem en grov sigte og kog den derefter ind, til smagen er koncentreret og konsistensen passer dig.
Servering
Server den som den er – eller giv den dit eget præg:
- Med fløde og et strejf citron
- Med tomat og aioli
- Med lime og chili for et asiatisk twist
- Eller som base i en cremet risotto
En enkel ret, der bruger en overset råvare og bringer havets smag helt ind i køkkenet.
Smag på landskabet – det mætter mere end du tror
Uanset om du besøger et mikrobageri, en gårdbutik eller samler strandurter ved fjorden, er der én ting, der binder det hele sammen: Smagen af Jyllands Hjerte.
Det behøver ikke være stort eller fancy. Et stykke brød fra et mikrobageri, en håndfuld ærter fra en gårdbutik – eller lidt tang, du selv har fundet i fjordkanten. Når du vælger de lokale smage, er du allerede godt i gang. Du støtter dem, der får tingene til at gro, du passer på landskabet – og du får noget godt på tallerkenen.
Smag, nyd og rejs lidt klogere hjem.
Med maven fuld af god mad og god samvittighed.
