DEC 5

Brazil

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Most people know Christiansborg as the heart of Danish democracy – the place where the Parliament sits, and where major decisions are made. But Christiansborg is more than a political center; it is the only place in the world where all three branches of government – the legislative, the executive, and the judicial – are housed under the same roof.

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The castle stands on Slotsholmen, where power has had its address for more than 800 years. The current Christiansborg is the third on the site – after two earlier castles burned down in 1794 and 1884 respectively. Today, it rises as a symbol of both historical continuity and modern democracy. Here, past and present, tradition and decision-making, unite under the same roof.

Today’s Anecdote

Double meatball and the Red-Green Alliance in line

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It was the mid-2000s, and things were busy at Christiansborg. An important debate had just finished in the parliamentary chamber, and as usual politicians crowded into Snapstinget for lunch – which that day was as classic as it gets: meatballs with creamed cabbage and potatoes.

In the middle of the crowd stood a well-known politician from the Red-Green Alliance (no names mentioned… but it was NOT Johanne), who had spent the entire morning speaking out against “food waste, pig farming, and capitalist overconsumption” from the podium.

But when it was his turn in line, the unexpected happened: He looked at the plate, nodded hungrily – and said:

"I’ll take double meatballs, thanks. And extra gravy."

Behind him stood a Liberal Party politician who couldn’t resist and dryly remarked: "What, isn’t that against party policy – supporting pig farming AND being happy?" A small wave of laughter spread through the canteen, and the Red-Green Alliance politician turned around, took it all with a twinkle in his eye, and replied:

"This is system criticism on a full stomach, comrade."

But the funniest part came afterwards: He sat down and was photographed (by a young intern) with both meatballs halfway gone – and that photo, according to rumour, has hung behind the counter at Snapstinget for years under the title “The revolution starts after lunch.”

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Snapstinget is famous for being the only place in Denmark where you can see Red-Green Alliance members eating roast pork, conservatives eating vegan lentil stew – and everyone laughing at each other’s choices, as long as it’s all washed down with a cup of overly strong coffee.

Christiansborg may be full of seriousness – but in Snapstinget, a kind of food-truce reigns, where politicians in the middle of ideological battles meet over brown gravy and a sarcastic smile.

MORE ABOUT THE COFFEE

Brazil

Origin

Ascarive

coffee roast

Taste Notes

soft milk chocolate,

caramel, praline, raisin

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From the Mantiqueira de Minas region—famous for its high altitudes, steep slopes, and award-winning coffees—comes our Brazilian staple, produced by members of the Cocarive cooperative. The terrain demands patience and precision, and that care shines through in every cup.
Expect a smooth, balanced profile with layers of sweetness, gentle nuttiness, and a lingering cocoa-like finish. Comforting yet vibrant, it’s a coffee that delivers both an easy morning lift and the depth to be savoured throughout the day.

Altitude: 900-1500 m.a.s.l.

Varieties: Acaia, Bourbon, Catuai, IAC, Mundo Novo

Process: Natural

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Did you know that you can order same coffee as beans?

SHOP BRAZIL BEANS

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