On March 23, as part of the Falstaff Restaurant & Bistro Guide 2026 presentation, leading figures of the Nordic hospitality scene will take the stage to explore how restaurants can evolve beyond dining into fully immersive experiences.
Under the title “Building a Restaurant Around the Plate–Creating a Unique Experience Beyond Food & Wine,” the seminar will examine how a culinary philosophy can shape every aspect of a restaurant—from concept and design to service, storytelling, and atmosphere.
11:30 – Coffee, tea & croissants
12:00 – Daniel Berlin, VYN (Sweden)
12:15 – Niklas Ekstedt, Ekstedt (Sweden)
12:30 – Rod & Linda Perez, Hållfjället (Sweden)
12:45 – Simon Schubert, Reznicek (Austria)
12:55 – Jonathan Berntsen, The Samuel (Denmark)
13:10 – Lykke Metzger & Jogilė Bulavaitė, Alchemist (Denmark)
13:30– Panel Discussion (Mattia Spedicato, Julia Koppang, Lykke Metzger)
13:45– JP McMahon, Aniar (Ireland) - in collaboration with Bord Bia
Bringing together visionary chefs and restaurateurs, the Speakers Seminar will set the tone for a day dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the future of Nordic gastronomy.
