Matthew Orlando

The California-born chef has spent his career in some of the world’s most influential kitchens, from The Fat Duck and Per Se to Noma.

In 2013 he opened Amass in Copenhagen, which over a decade became a beacon for circular gastronomy — twice recognised as the most sustainable restaurant in Northern Europe and celebrated on the World’s 50 Best extended list.

In 2022, Matthew took this philosophy to Singapore with AIR, a restaurant, research and education space named one of TIME magazine’s Top 100 Places on the Planet. Now back in Copenhagen, he and his wife Julie are preparing to open ESSE, a restaurant designed to distill more than a decade of circular practice into a dining experience where deliciousness is always the driver.

Beyond the kitchen, Matthew co-founded Endless Food Co., developing new flavours from industrial by-products, including THIC — a “chocolate” crafted from the grains left after brewing beer (BSG).

Matthew’s relentless curiosity and pioneering approach will shape a new conversation with the produce that defines our northern landscape.

  • Joining us on: 24-28 September 2026
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Gunnar Aasvold

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Thomas Laursen

Known as Wildfooding, Thomas is one of Scandinavia’s most respected professional foragers.

Becky Hindley

Becky spent 30 years working as an actor before following another creative path and founded Erda Botanicals.

Lara Espirito Santo & George Mcleod

Together they run SEM in Lisbon, a restaurant that has become one of Europe’s most exciting voices in sustainable dining.

Max Coen

Max Coen is the chef and co-owner of Michelin-starred restaurant Dorian, a modern British bistro in the heart of Notting Hill, London.

Mikael Svensson

Mikael Svensson is the chef and owner of Kontrast in Oslo, a restaurant awarded two Michelin stars and a coveted Green Star for its commitment to sustainability.

Hege Iren Aasdal

Hege Iren Aasdal is a well-known Norwegian basket-maker specialising in exploring traditions from rural areas and materials from the wild to make beautiful, useful and durable baskets.

Mia Hjorth Hansen

Mia is head of activation and development and is co-owner of Gedulgt, located in Aalborg and Aarhus in Denmark.

Mark Lord

Mark Lord, also known as Lino Lord leans into the rich history of craft from Cornwall to capture fascinating natural and iconic imagery.

Audun Rasmussen

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Lee John Phillips

Lee John Phillips is a technical illustrator, designer, painter, teacher and maker living in West Wales.

Tom Frost

Tom Frost is a well-known print maker and illustrator based in Wales.