Ready, Set, Carb: Copenhagen fuels world championship runners with large pasta portions

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Ready, Set, Carb: Copenhagen fuels world championship runners with large pasta portionsAuthor of the article:Photocredit: Lukas Bukoven/ Copenhagen Media Center GNWWith 65,000 runners expected to descend on Copenhagen for the World Athletics Road Running Championships, restaurants across the city are serving customised carb-loaded dishes to help athletes prepare for race day.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountCopenhagen, Denmark, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The last meal before a big race can be make-or-break for runners. For those travelling to a new city, it can be an even bigger obstacle finding the right carb-loaded menus.On the weekend of 19 – 20 September 2026, runners from all over the world will come to Copenhagen to compete in the One Mile, 5km, and Half Marathon distances, as the Danish capital hosts the World Athletics Road Running Championships. Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe championships represent the culmination of months of hard training, preparation and a focus on the right nutrition and intake of carbs. As race day approaches, many visiting runners face a surprisingly important challenge: finding the right pre-race meal in an unfamiliar city. To help athletes focus on the start line rather than dinner plans, Copenhagen is making carb-loading easier than ever.Large portions, optional toppingsThe city is bringing together restaurants across the city to offer specially designed and tasty carb-loading options, giving runners a simple way to fuel up before the Half Marathon on Sunday, 20 September.The following restaurants and venues will offer special pasta and other carb-focused dishes on Friday, 18 September and Saturday, 19 September: Bistro Central (Saturday)Frankies Strøget (Saturday) Frankies Frederiksberg (Saturday)Hanzō Frederiksberg (Saturday) Hanzō Nørrebro (Saturday) Hanzō Østerbro (Saturday)Madklubben Østerbro (Friday and Saturday)Nordhus (communal dining – Saturday)POST Spisehus (communal dining – Friday and Saturday)SUGO (Saturday)The Market Italian (Saturday)Tony’s (Friday and Saturday)While each restaurant will put its own spin on the concept, all participating restaurants will offer carb-loaded meals, large portions and the option to customise toppings. A shared table before the start lineAs part of the initiative, runners can also take part in communal dinners created specifically for championship participants. Bringing athletes together over a shared pre-race meal, the events offer a chance to meet fellow runners from around the world before lining up at the start the following day. The various carb-loading options give runners access to meals tailored to the demands of race preparation while also providing an opportunity to experience Copenhagen’s renowned food scene.“We look forward to welcoming runners from all over the world to Copenhagen, and we’re committed to doing everything we can to help make their stay as enjoyable as possible. As part of that effort, we’re making it easy for them to carb-load before the big race. Copenhagen is home to world-class restaurants serving fantastic food every day, and we’re delighted that so many are helping create delicious carb-loaded dishes especially for championship participants,” says Søren Tegen Pedersen, CEO of Wonderful Copenhagen.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Media assetsFor editorial use only – please credit the photographer when using photos: Media assets of carb-loading and running in CopenhagenFact boxWorld Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26The event will be the biggest world championship ever hosted in Denmark, measured by the number of participants. 65,000 runners are expected to take part in the two-day event on the 19 and 20 September 2026, which includes the World Championship on three distances: Half Marathon, 5 km, and One Mile.Marie Dyhr Wonderful Copenhagen +45 42307879 mdy@woco.dk Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. 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