Muldiverset, Stavreby – Slow-living organic farm restaurant by the sea

A seaside farmhouse where nature sets the menu

Muldiverset sits at the edge of the water in the hamlet of Stavreby, housed in a 1912 farmhouse that looks straight out over the calm Bøgestrømmen strait. Inside, low ceilings, wooden beams and mismatched vintage furniture create a homely, slightly bohemian atmosphere that feels more like a welcoming country home than a formal restaurant. Large windows and doors frame the greenery outside, blurring the boundary between dining room and garden. From the moment you arrive, the pace shifts down. Muldiverset calls itself a "slow zone", and that philosophy infuses everything from the unhurried service to the way meals unfold over time. You are encouraged to stay, taste, breathe and look, not rush through a sitting.

Radical organic philosophy and regenerative thinking

The culinary heart of Muldiverset is its commitment to ecology and regeneration. The kitchen works exclusively with certified organic produce; if an ingredient cannot be sourced organically, it simply does not go on the menu. A significant share of the raw materials comes from biodynamic and regenerative farms in the surrounding South Zealand countryside, chosen for soil health and biodiversity as much as flavour. Muldiverset holds Denmark’s gold organic dining label and consistently operates at 100% organic input. Fish, when used, is freshly caught, and the rest of the larder follows the seasons closely: spring herbs and greens, summer berries and tomatoes, autumn roots and apples, hearty winter fare. The cooking style is modern Nordic but warm and comforting, focusing on clear flavours, careful preparation and minimal waste.

A wild garden of ponds, orchards and hidden corners

Step outside and the property opens into a large, semi-wild garden that feels more like a tiny landscape than a traditional restaurant terrace. Curving paths lead past small ponds alive with insects and birds, meadow patches buzzing with pollinators, and a simple monastic-inspired herb garden where aromatic plants release their fragrance when brushed. Further out, an apple orchard marks the transition towards the shoreline, its trees bearing fruit that often appears in desserts, juices and preserves. Scattered picnic-style tables and nooks offer spots to linger with a coffee or glass of natural wine while you listen to the wind and distant sounds from the nearby harbour. The garden is deliberately not manicured; its slightly untamed feel underlines the restaurant’s regenerative, nature-first approach.

Farm shop and thoughtful sustainable products

Muldiverset is also a small store dedicated to sustainable living. Inside you can browse shelves of regional food products from the same idealistic growers who supply the kitchen: grains, oils, preserves, chocolates and seasonal specialties. Alongside these sit eco-conscious household items, body-care products and carefully selected gifts that reflect the same values of quality, low impact and regenerative production. Many visitors treat the shop as an extension of the meal, picking up ingredients to recreate flavours at home or to share a little piece of Stavreby with friends. The curation is tight and intentional rather than broad, making it easy to discover new producers without feeling overwhelmed.

A place to slow down, celebrate and reconnect

More than a place to eat, Muldiverset frames itself as a space to reconnect with nature, with others and with yourself. Long lunches stretch into walks in the garden; dinners can become quiet celebrations marked by candlelight and the soft sound of the sea outside. The relaxed yet attentive service encourages conversation at the table and time between courses to explore. It works equally well as a romantic lunch stop on a coastal drive, a destination dinner from Copenhagen or a lingering afternoon for families and friends. The combination of organic gastronomy, immersive greenery and a tangible sense of care for the local ecosystem makes Muldiverset one of South Zealand’s most characterful rural dining experiences.