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Designed in Denmark,
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Eric Vildgaard on Working with
Nordic Chefs

“Since we opened Jordnær, we’ve worked closely with Nordic Chefs. That kind of partnership means a lot. I’ve personally helped test and validate their tools, and I know they’re built to handle the pressure of a professional kitchen. We use their products daily – especially the Croustade Iron, which we rely on every week. It just works. No fuss, no gimmicks – just solid tools made by people who understand our world.”

– Eric Vildgaard, Jordnær

At Jordnær, precision and flavor go hand in hand.
Scroll down to see how Chef Eric uses our Croustade Iron – and try his personal recipe for yourself.

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FiveMount Croustade Iron

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Our Philosophy

Everything we do starts in real kitchens. Our tools are chef-tested, built for function, and made to last — guided by a commitment to craft, precision, and purpose.

 

Our Purpose

We design tools that solve real problems for chefs. Each product is shaped by industry insight and made to perform at the highest level.

Our Future

We aim to be the go-to brand for chefs who value reliability and intentional design. Rooted in Nordic gastronomy, we grow through close ties with the chefs who inspire us.

Nordic Chefs Journey

Nordic Chefs saw the light of day in 2017 as a shared dream between two friends who wanted to experience the Nordic restaurants a bit closer.

We made an Instagram page and caught the attention of over 200 mio views the first years by sharing Nordic fine dining. As our community grew, so did our ambition. We progressed from online content to creating professional tools for chefs. Our signature product, the improved croustade iron, is a reflection of our mission – it’s lighter, enhances usability, and doesn’t sacrifice quality. Over the years, we have focused exclusively on developing products that meet professional kitchens’ high standards, so that every product we supply assists chefs, to present their food in the best possible way. We now supply restaurants worldwide and get to work with some of the world’s best chefs on special projects. Like our silicone molds which we manufacture in Denmark.

Thanks for following along – we’re excited to share our story with you!

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Try Chef Eric Vildgaard’s Signature Croustade Recipe

Get a look inside the Jordnær kitchen — Chef Eric shares his personal recipe using our Croustade Iron.