Top 10 Your Friend in Reykjavik Live Stream Events
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
2M ago
It’s Your Friend in Reykjavik’s 10th anniversary! Over the past decade, we haven’t just been guiding visitors through Reykjavik—we’ve also been sharing Iceland’s rich culture through our social media platforms, filled with livestreams, fascinating interviews, and deep dives into Icelandic traditions. To mark this special occasion, we’re listing our ten most popular videos. What is […] The post Top 10 Your Friend in Reykjavik Live Stream Events appeared first on Your Friend in Reykjavik ..read more
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It’s Berry Picking Season!
Your Friend In Reykjavik » Food & Drink in Iceland
by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
2M ago
Berry picking season in Iceland is magical when the countryside bursts into a riot of colour and flavour. From late summer to early autumn, the wild landscapes are sprinkled with ripe, juicy berries that Icelanders can’t resist hunting for. Thanks to Iceland’s unique climate and geography, various wild berries thrive here, like bilberries, crowberries, and […] The post It’s Berry Picking Season! appeared first on Your Friend in Reykjavik ..read more
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A Guide to Reykjavik Ports and Shore Excursions
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
5M ago
If your cruise stops in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, you’re in for a treat. With stunning landscapes, rich history, and geothermal wonders, Reykjavik offers plenty to explore. This guide to Reykjavik Ports and Shore Excursions will help you make the most of your visit. Three Reykjavik Ports Skarfabakki Cruise Terminal Skarfabakki – Viðey Island in the background. Photo: Helgi Halldórsson Skarfabakki is Iceland’s largest and most modern cruise ship dock, located in the Sundahöfn area, about 3.5 kilometres east of Reykjavik’s city centre. It features modern amenities such as currency exchange o ..read more
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Slow Food in Iceland
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
8M ago
In Iceland, as part of an international movement that began in Italy in 1986, Slow Food is taking a significant stance against the global dominance of fast food chains and mass-produced meals. This initiative, which started as a protest by Carlo Petrini against a McDonald’s near Rome’s Spanish Steps, has blossomed into a worldwide grassroots movement, officially launched in 1989 in Paris. With over 100,000 members across more than 150 countries, Slow Food advocates for a deeper connection to our food sources, methods of production, and their impact on our health and the environment. Beyond mer ..read more
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Visit Vestmannaeyjar – The Westman Islands
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
8M ago
Just off the coast of South Iceland, near the stunning Seljalandsfoss, lie the Vestmannaeyjar (The Westman Islands). Inhabited since shortly after Ingólfur Arnarson’s arrival in Iceland, these islands offer a captivating blend of history and natural beauty. Whether you have just a day or more to spare, we highly encourage you to visit Vestmannaeyjar. A wealth of experiences awaits you, from exploring museums to encountering wildlife in animal sanctuaries, not to mention thrilling whale-watching opportunities. Don’t miss the chance to experience all that Vestmannaeyjar has to offer. What to do ..read more
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Recipe for Icelandic Flatbread
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
9M ago
The Icelandic flatbread, or flatkaka (or flatkökur plural), is a traditional staple—an uncomplicated round bread traditionally crafted without leavening agents, comprised solely of rye flour (sometimes barley) and water. Today, the recipe includes a blend of rye flour and whole wheat or exclusively whole wheat, occasionally enriched with oatmeal and baking powder. Some variations even incorporate sugar into the dough. Photo: Gæðabakstur / Ömmubakstur These flatbreads typically measure around 15 cm in diameter and 2-3 mm thick, displaying a characteristic brown hue with black spots. Initially ..read more
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The Best Food and Drink in Reykjavik
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
10M ago
Reykjavik is a city that offers a diverse range of culinary experiences, from traditional Icelandic dishes to international cuisines. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cafe, a trendy bar, or a fine dining restaurant, you’re sure to find something to suit your taste and budget in Reykjavik. This blog post aims to share some of the best places to eat and drink in Reykjavik based on different categories and preferences. You’ll discover the top restaurants in Reykjavik for seafood, steak, vegan, breakfast, fast food, cocktails, coffee, and some of the best restaurants outside Reykjavik for a chang ..read more
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Grandi Travel Guide
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
1y ago
In this Grandi Travel Guide you will learn all the most important facts about this interesting place. Just off Reykjavík’s city centre lies the charming old harbour area called Grandi. Initially, it was just a sandy connection between Reykjavík and Örfirisey Island. However, it has evolved significantly over the years. It was an industrial hub housing fish processing plants and shipyards for decades. But with the construction of the new Sundahöfn harbour, much of the industry relocated, leaving behind empty buildings in this bustling area, eagerly awaiting a new purpose. The stage was set for ..read more
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Glazed Ham – The Quintessential Icelandic Christmas Food
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
1y ago
While smoked lamb (hangikjöt) is often eaten over Christmas, it is generally not eaten on Christmas Eve – the main Christmas holiday in Iceland. While the selection has diversified in the last few decades, glazed ham remains one of the most popular dishes on Icelandic Christmas dinner tables, and almost 50% of people still eat it. It became popular in the 1950s.  The glazed ham is called hamborgarhryggur in Iceland and like many popular Icelandic dishes, this one came from Denmark. The term ‘hamborgarhryggur’ partially derives its name from Hamburg, a city in Northern Germany, literally t ..read more
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An Icelandic Delicacy: Sviðasulta
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by Helga Dís Björgúlfsdóttir
1y ago
Sviðasulta or Jellied Singed Sheep Head is not much to look at, but, boy, is it good. When it comes to unique culinary experiences, Iceland surely doesn’t disappoint. Icelandic cuisine is rich in flavor and history, from fermented shark to dried fish. Among these dishes, one stands out for its appearance and deep historical roots: the singed sheep’s head, or as the locals call it, Svið. Origins of Svið Svið dates back to times when every part of the animal was used out of necessity. Iceland, known for its cold, harsh winters, often faced periods of food scarcity. Even the sheep’s head became a ..read more
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