About Studenterkilden
Our story starts back in May 1854 - a sunny day in Dyrehaven north of Copenhagen.
The name is Studenterkilden, and the history of the place goes back to a sunny Sunday in May 1854. That day, two young students were out for a walk in Dyrehaven. The young men made a brief stop at the fence of the large garden, where they enjoyed the quiet tranquility of the forest and the beautiful scenery around the lake.
It was here that they caught sight of the small white farmhouse, which alluringly made them move closer. When they reached the door, they were bold enough to knock, and a friendly couple invited them in for a chat. It was the first of many visits to the house, which later became known as Studenterkilden.
We are a small, dedicated team, each with our own experiences and personalities, complementing and helping each other to create the unique experience that you get at Studenterkilden.
Anita Havn Koch Klemensen
Anita is now one of the seasoned chefs on the Danish food scene. She started at Søllerød Kro, then at 1TH, and had her big breakthrough as co-owner and head chef at the Michelin-starred restaurants Den Røde Cottage and Den Gule Cottage.
Anita's philosophy has always been rooted in uncompromising craftsmanship, local seasonal ingredients and without the use of unnecessary frills and fancy machines. For Anita, food is not about molecular experiments, but about taste, personality and honesty on the plate.
After a break from the Michelin race, Anita is back in her beloved surroundings in the forest. At Studenterkilden, she has assembled a team to create a place where shoulders can be lowered. Gone are the stress of everyday life, the rigid conventions of the past; what remains is the essence of her passion; A room, a table and her well-known effort with the art of taking good care of people.
Bjarke Blaaberg
Bjarke's gastronomic foundation is solidly laid. He spent four and a half years at Molskroen, where he started from scratch as a cook and waiter apprentice, then as a trained waiter to assistant restaurant manager. Bjarke has a great passion for wine, and in 2022 he became a sommelier from the Danish Sommelier Education. Bjarke is responsible for Studenterkilden's wine list and for the sharp glasses for the wine menu.
Whether you are into classic great wines or small, exciting, quirky ones, Bjarke is ready to find exactly the bottle that suits your style.
Kildevin was founded in 2024 as a sister company to Studenterkilden. Bjarke is responsible for finding good wines that suit the style of the kitchen, and he works with the wines both in and out of the house.
Kristian Havn Koch Klemensen
Kristian is the creative driving force and head chef at Studenterkilden. With his sense of classic craftsmanship and detail, it is Kristian who, together with Anita, ensures that every single serving is completed.
Kristian was on the journey at Den Røde og Gule Cottage, where he started as a chef and ended up as assistant head chef when Anita chose to close the restaurants. It was here that the unique pairing between the two was forged - a professional partnership based on blind trust, shared visions and an uncompromising approach to taste.
Maria Esbjerg Jensen
When you arrive at Studenterkilden, the first smiling face you meet is Maria's. Maria is always ready to help ease your shoulders and she masters the difficult balance between professional overview and deeply personal, present hosting. For Maria, a good evening is not just about serving food and wine, but about feeling the atmosphere at the table and creating an atmosphere of homely cosiness.
Maria is passionate about the wholeness of your visit, so that everything flows in a natural and uninterrupted flow. Whether it's the intimate dinner "An Evening at Kilden", the large festive parties or the small board meeting, Maria makes every effort to create the perfect setting.
Our offering
A historic house with settings for every occasion
An evening at the source
A complete evening experience in one package. We have put together the evening so that you only have to decide what to put in your glass. Then we will ensure an unforgettable evening.
Meeting Facilities
Host your meeting at Studenterkilden. Private and sheltered in a bright setting, in the middle of Dyrehaven. Modern AV equipment and catering on request.
Group Events
We hold your hand all the way from the first contact to the personal goodbye and thank you for tonight. Weddings, birthdays or other events.
