Eugen Onegin, the strong and beautiful Tchaikovsky opera...

The strong and beautiful Tchaikovsky opera based on Pushkin’s epic tale Eugene Onegin. To be able to follow the opera completely, one must be fully acquainted with this tale.

A tale about a selfish guy who lives to regret his rejection of Tatiana's love.

The greatest Russia composer have included one of the most exquisite aria on the repertoire in this opera; the "Letter Scene".


The set was very interesting with almost all characters (except Gremin) ware on stage for the duration of the opera.

Sexy choreography, with good facial expressions and movements, especially by Natalia Kreslina(Tatiana) from Novaya Opera Theatre of Moscow.


I've never seen an opera production quite like this one. Tatiana and Gremin, one of the best singer on stage, singing from the first balcony towards the end of Act 3.


Young people in the opera...

The individual characters of Onegin, Lenski - with out any trouble hitting the high notes, and Tatiana, was clearly separated and emphasized.

In my opinion, yet another excellent experience and in addition rather beautiful orchestration. I'm looking forward for Carmen in December...

Nørrebro Bryghus, a brewpub...

I guess the first question is: what is a brewpub?

A brewpub is a microbrewery, which also serves food or is combined with a pub/restaurant operation.

Logically the second question is: what is a microbrewery? Well, check out on Wikipedia ;-)

Back to the subject matter. I haven't been at Nørrebro Bryghus probably one year or so, but when I go there, I'm always satisfied. This was a special occasion so enjoyment was amplified.

Nørrebro Brewery is founded by Anders Kissmeyer a former Head of Department at Carlsberg and believe me, this guy know a thing or two about brewing a world beer!

We had 8 course tasting menu paired by 8 course beer menu (9 SMALL glasses):


Sugar salted scallop with smoked marrow foam, pickled mussels and sea buck-thorn...


garlic soup...


my friends Dame and Tony...


cassoulet of pork shank boiled in porter, served with cherry pure and goats fromage...


view on barrels full of beer...


Fish of the day served with rosti, celery pure and tomato concasse. Finished with browned butter flavored with truffle. Simply delicious!


Brest of cockerel with creamed potatoes, peas and spinach...


cheese...


wood sorrel sorbet served on wheat kernel porridge and berries...


and... now we are seriously full... Apple Mazarin with NY lager, chocolate and hazelnut ice cream. Done!

Everything was tasteful and amazingly paired with a glass of beer.

A completely different experience and reasonably priced; dinner from about 50€ to 120€ per person, including beer menu.

Highly recommended.

Rating: 8.3 (out of 10.0)

Nørrebro Bryghus
Ryesgade 3
Copenhagen N 2200

Restaurant & Lounge Eight

Østergade 13 address is... well... quite dynamic. In the pass few years I've visited at least 3-4 different restaurant, clubs, lounge... at the same address, and unfortunately they opened and not for a long, they simply closed the venue.

This time, I've visited a new Restaurant & Lounge Eight, which is much smaller, if not half of the size in compartment with previous concepts. In my opinion sound business for this period...

We had 3 course dinner:


Baked crab pot and red grape fruit ginger sorbet


Pollack fillet in a light curry batter


White chocolate, apple yokes, almond pesto & green olives

Quite creative and tasteful fusion with an emphasis on fresh Nordic ingredients.

Reasonable priced restaurant; will set you back about 65€ per person for 3 course dinner including wine.

If you are around, visit it and enjoy few cocktails after dinner.

Rating: -

restaurant & lounge eight
Østergade 13
Copenhagen K

My picks for October...

This is my wine picks for October.


2002 La Fleur de Haut-Bages Libéral
Eye: Dark red
Nose: Chocolate, dark fruits, earthy...
Palate: Rich with creamy texture, still very fresh.
Finish: Long and pleasant.
Decanted: 0 - 90 minutes
Note: Superb value. (90 pts.)


2001 Château Les Hauts de Pontet-Canet
Eye: Dark red
Nose: Oak, cheddar, woody-spicy...
Palate: Mineral , firmly structured, with ripe tannins. Good and fresh acidity.
Finish: Long
Decanted: 0 - 60 minutes
Note: Excellent, classic Pauillac, although not very complex. (89 pts.)


1999 Château Coutet Chatreuse de Coutet
Very nice on the nose, good level of botrytis. Quince, acacia notes, moderate sweetness on the palate, some smoky character. (87 pts.) This has been paired with...


foie gras et tartuffe... Thanks Dame :-)

Cheers!