At the Sinatur chain, sustainability is not just a word. It is a fundamental philosophy that permeates everything they do. This is evident at Skarrildhus Hotel and Conference, surrounded by forest, park, meadows, streams, and rivers – right in the heart of the Jutland heath.

Local Suppliers and On-Site Kitchen Garden

One of their most significant initiatives is their close collaboration with local suppliers, ensuring that ingredients are always fresh, seasonal, and sustainable. This applies to everything from meat and vegetables to dairy products and legumes. For example, the chain has partnered closely with NaturMælk to supply cheese, ensuring high quality while supporting local producers. And you will never find a banana in their fruit bowls, as bananas are not grown in Denmark.

Another important aspect of their sustainability efforts is their kitchen garden, where chefs can often be found with a basket in hand, ready to harvest fresh herbs and vegetables for the day’s menu. This self-sufficiency is practical and a testament to their passion for bringing local, organic produce directly from soil to plate.

Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

It’s not only in the kitchen that Sinatur’s chefs make a difference. Collaboration among chefs across the chain is a vital element of their success. They share both challenges they face and positive experiences they’ve had, often opening up new opportunities – such as discovering new suppliers.

An example of this is their collaboration with a local goat cheese producer and sourcing asparagus from Funen, both of which emerged from this exchange of knowledge.

Transparency is a key principle when Sinatur selects or expands its supplier portfolio. They are very conscious of the need for a clear understanding between them and their suppliers – mutual expectations must be aligned.

As part of its efforts to promote sustainability, Sinatur also participates in several networks and working groups, including the Robust group, where agroforestry is a central theme. These networks provide them with opportunities to expand their knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and gain new perspectives on their work.

EAT and the Power of Local Networks

One project of particular significance to the Sinatur chain is EAT. This initiative has opened the door to a brand-new network of local stakeholders in and around Herning, where they have been able to collaborate and share experiences. This has created an inspiring environment where both challenges and successes are freely shared, turning simple opportunities into collective achievements.

As part of their ongoing focus on development, Skarrildhus, one of the chain’s beautiful old manor houses, recently enrolled one of their chefs in advanced training at UCR in Holstebro. This ensures that they stay at the forefront of new techniques and sustainable solutions, which they can incorporate into their daily work.

This focus on collaboration, local suppliers, and sustainability ensures that the Sinatur chain continues to deliver world-class gastronomic experiences while taking responsibility for their environmental impact.

Green Meetings

As a new initiative, Skarrildhus Sinatur Hotel and Conference now offers what they call "Nature Meetings."

Nature has great significance for our health and well-being. Time spent in nature contributes to both calmness and energy while enhancing creativity, concentration, and a sense of community.

Therefore, Skarrildhus Sinatur Hotel & Conference invites its guests to unique experiences and outdoor meeting facilities in stunning natural surroundings.

These meetings will offer an authentic and delightful atmosphere, where the many scents and sounds of nature set the stage for productive meeting days. Catering can even be prepared over an open fire or in their new outdoor base camp.