Suppliers
No man is an island, and we wouldn´t last a day without our loved and trusted suppliers! They are the backbone of our hotels, and we handpick each and every one for their high quality, as well as for their strong sense of responsibility and commitment to doing the very best possible for our planet.
Organic is simply the foundation for all the other considerations we take into account, which include animal welfare, biodiversity, transportation, fair wages and working conditions.
Some suppliers are large, and some are tiny, but all of them have a story to tell – we have highlighted a few of them here.
Nørrebro Bryghus
Organic Beer, Locally Brewed
There’s something special about enjoying a locally brewed beer - especially when it’s crafted with as much care and character as the ones from Nørrebro Bryghus.
Founded in the heart of Copenhagen, this award-winning organic microbrewery has been creating thoughtful, flavourful beers with a strong commitment to sustainability from the very beginning.
What sets Nørrebro Bryghus apart is their uncompromising approach to craftsmanship – where organic ingredients and creativity go hand in hand. Their brews are more than just beer; they’re stories told through flavour, tradition, and innovation.
At Guldsmeden Hotels, we’re proud to offer a selection of their organic beers to our guests – both at the bar and during special events. Our collaboration is rooted in a shared ambition: to promote local choices with a focus on quality, responsibility, and respect for raw materials.
We’re proud to serve our guests beer where great taste and a clear conscience go hand in hand.
Emmery's
Organic since day one
We always credit organic bakery Emmery´s for bringing high-quality organic bread, cakes, and specialties to Denmark.
Founded in the 90´s in Guldsmedgade in Aarhus - the same street that saw the first Hotel Guldsmeden open and gave us our brand name - Emmery´s has since the beginning been committed to organic, clean and healthy ingredients, and are still our main bread supplier in all Copenhagen hotels.
Pedrazzoli
Happy pigs
Where to even begin with producer of cured meat, Pedrazzoli? Located in Mantova in beautiful Italy, their pigs live free and carefree lives in the forested hills and valleys, contributing to the local biodiversity.
Recognizing the evolving landscape of sustainability, we have partnered with Klappir, a platform that enables comprehensive data collection across our operations. This enables us to monitor key metrics, from energy consumption to waste management, both internally and externally. It helps us make our hotels even greener.
Our dedication has earned notable certifications like Green Globe, Green Key, and The Golden Ø. These acknowledgments stem from Guldsmeden Hotels stringent adherence to benchmarks in water usage, energy conservation, waste reduction, and organic practices. However, we understand that the path to a more mindful future is an ongoing process, where there's always more to discover and accomplish for the planet's well-being.
Guldsmeden Hotels is dedicated to provide guests an exceptional experience while striving to minimize our environmental footprint.
Kjær & Sommerfeldt
Passion for people and wine since 1875
Behind every great wine is a chain of thoughtful choices – from how the grapes are grown, to how the land is treated, and how the people involved are supported.
Kjær & Sommerfeldt is Copenhagen’s oldest wine merchant, founded back in 1875. With over 150 years of experience and a reputation for exceptional quality, they’re far more than just a wine supplier.
As a certified B Corp, Kjær & Sommerfeldt is committed to meeting high standards for social and environmental impact – and they walk the talk. Their focus on ethical sourcing and long-term relationships with sustainable producers makes every bottle a conscious choice.
At Guldsmeden Hotels, we choose partners who care – and their wines are a perfect example of quality rooted in conscious sourcing.
Rytzebækgård
Only in Season – Apples When They’re Meant to Be
We love working with local producers who care about quality, responsibility, and good craftsmanship. That’s why we’re proud to work with Rytzebækgård – a small organic apple orchard on the island of Møn, run by Kirsten Rohde Jensen.
With around 2,500 apple trees and 20–25 beehives, Rytzebækgård grows a variety of rare apple varieties. These special apples aren’t found anywhere else and are grown with great care and respect for nature.
Kirsten integrates bees into the orchard to ensure optimal pollination, which not only improves the harvest but also supports local biodiversity. Her approach reflects a deep understanding of the delicate balance between plants and insects – and a clear commitment to protecting the surrounding ecosystem.
When you enjoy products from Rytzebækgård at Guldsmeden Hotels, you’re not only tasting something of exceptional quality – you’re also experiencing a way of farming that honours tradition, biodiversity, and care for the planet.
Fiskerikajen
Is all seafood good food?
Eat more fish! ..is what we´ve always been told. Healthy and more natural than industrialized animal-farming, fish were the answer to many thoughts and questions regarding clean eating. But overfishing, pollution, fish farming and fishing methods have evolved in the wrong direction, and we can no longer assume that all seafood is good food.
With the help of our supplier, Fiskerikajen, we have taken a number of decisions about our choice of seafood, and we prioritize local and wild-caught fish and seafood, that are considerate to our coastline and seas.
Fiskerkajen have in addition made an annual seafood schedule for us, so that we know what is in season when, and can integrate the most responsible choices into our menus.
Mark Hermann Chocolate
Crafted with Care – Chocolate That Tells a Story
Along with coffee, chocolate is one of the resources that is challenged by changing climate conditions, in addition to being a product that is sourced from countries with less organized employer responsibilities. It has always been important to us that these products not only are organic and of a high quality, but that we can have a clear conscience regarding the processes surrounding them.
Mark Hermann is a company that fully shares our values, and contributes positively on every level, in the country of origin and beyond – in addition to making probably the most beautiful and unusual chocolate designs, we have ever seen. Read more here.
Leregaarden
Organic and biodynamic wines
Founded in 2018, and have supplied us with selected organic and biodynamic wines since then. The wines are produced as naturally as possible, with no—or only very limited—additives, including sulphites. Several of the wines are bottled with no added sulphites at all, resulting in wines with a pure, clean expression of the grapes and terroir.
Local Spirits
Danish & Organic spirits
Denmark's only dedicated distributor of locally produced and organic spirits, vermouth, mixers, non-alcoholic alternatives, and syrups. Their focus is on exceptional quality, organic production, and climate-friendly delivery solutions that dramatically reduce single-use packaging through innovative bulk formats. Today, Local Spirits are the primary supplier of local, organic spirits for our hotels in Denmark.
Landbageriet
Danish Bread & Pastries
Danish, state-certified organic bakery and our go-to for all glutenfree and vegan breads and cakes - their crispbread in particular is legendary, and pairs beautifully with our homemade salads on the breakfast buffet
Guldsmeden Hotels purchasing policy
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