Jesper Boelskifte is a Danish sommelier and restaurateur, best known for co-founding Le Sommelier in Copenhagen and the Copenhagen Concepts group.
A sommelier and restaurateur specialising in pairing fine wine with classic French cuisine. This profile looks at Jesper’s background, career and signature approach.
TL;DR
- Danish
- Known for co-founding Le Sommelier in Copenhagen and the Copenhagen Concepts group
- He was Danish national Sommelier Champion five times and Nordic Sommelier Champion in 2000.
- He co-owns Copenhagen Concepts, operating MASH, Umami, Bistro Sommelier and La Table.
- A sommelier and restaurateur specialising in pairing fine wine with classic French cuisine.
Jesper Boelskifte key facts
| Name | Jesper Boelskifte |
| Nationality / origin | Danish |
| Known for | co-founding Le Sommelier in Copenhagen and the Copenhagen Concepts group |
| Location | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Style | A sommelier and restaurateur specialising in pairing fine wine with classic French cuisine. |
Background and career
He co-founded Le Sommelier in 1997 with chef Francis Cardenau and sommelier Erik Gemal. He was Danish national Sommelier Champion five times and Nordic Sommelier Champion in 2000.
Recognition and legacy
He served as President of the Danish Sommelier Association for 11 years. He co-owns Copenhagen Concepts, operating MASH, Umami, Bistro Sommelier and La Table.
Signature style
A sommelier and restaurateur specialising in pairing fine wine with classic French cuisine. It is an approach that has made Jesper a distinctive figure in the food world.
Jesper in context
Jesper Boelskifte is one of the chefs featured on Pickup Table 4, alongside Christoffer Hruskova and Jesper Kirketerp.
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Jesper Boelskifte FAQ
Who is Jesper Boelskifte?
A Danish sommelier and restaurateur.
Where is Jesper based?
Copenhagen, Denmark.
What is Jesper known for?
Co-founding Le Sommelier in Copenhagen and the Copenhagen Concepts group.
What is a notable fact about Jesper?
He co-founded Le Sommelier in 1997 with chef Francis Cardenau and sommelier Erik Gemal.
What is Jesper’s style?
A sommelier and restaurateur specialising in pairing fine wine with classic French cuisine.
