What's Up Åre19 Mar 2025

Henrik Rettrup: A Chef’s Journey to the Mountains

Chef Henrik Rettrup’s life changed dramatically at age 16, when unexpected family events prompted him to choose a new path—one defined by cooking, creativity, and mountains.

Join us on What's up Åre as Henrik shares his inspiring journey from Södertälje to becoming a beloved chef at renowned kitchens like Buustamon and Copperhill Mountain Lodge, and now innovating school meals in Duved.

We discuss Henrik’s teenage years, his courageous decision to pursue culinary dreams, and his passion for local ingredients and sustainability—highlighted by his enthusiasm for seaweed and wild game.

Henrik reveals why he swapped city life for mountain air, the essential lessons learned in high-pressure kitchens, and how food can transform dishes and entire communities.

A must-listen for foodies, adventurers, or anyone inspired by stories of resilience and reinvention.

Featured Quotes:

"Cooking saved me from a life I could’ve easily fallen into."

"Wild boar with curry—that’s home."

"Åre gave me mountains, but cooking here gave me purpose."

Henrik Rettrup

Chapters:

(00:00:00) A New Path Emerges

(00:05:12) Finding Passion in the Kitchen

(00:12:45) Södertälje to Åre: A Fresh Start

(00:22:30) Life in the Mountains: Nature's Therapy

[00:31:40] Mastering the Craft at Buustamon

(00:42:15) Copperhill: Lessons in Pressure and Precision

(00:51:50) Innovating School Meals at Duved

(01:01:10) Sustainability and Henrik’s Love for Seaweed

(01:09:25) Wild Game and Culinary Creativity

(01:19:00) Food as a Tool for Community

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Henrik Rettrup: @369_cooking

Creative Director: Viktor Ohlin @allinvision.jpg

Hosts: Val Cook and Tim Boffe @thenomadsfamily

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