Author: The Reykjavík Grapevine
Have Yourself A Stress-Free Grapevine Christmas
‘Twas the Saturday before Christmas, and Laugavegur—Reykjavík’s main shopping drag—was far from quiet. Reykvíkingurs thronged the street this afternoon, scurrying…
Grapevine Christmas Music Picks: All The “Gleðileg Jól” You Could Possibly Pack Into A Playlist
It’s the last Friday afternoon before Christmas Eve. And if you’re not imposing festive cheer on your office party by…
RVK Newscast 152: New Milestone For COVID-19
Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode we explore the amazing exhibitions in Perlan, while editor-in-chief Valur Gretttison brings…
Grapevine Picks: A Theremin Concert In Space, Our Dark Overlord Returns & Chinese Art
It might be the week before Christmas, but there’s no let up in The Grapevine’s obsession with bringing our dear…
RVK Newscast #151: The Oldest Icelander Ever!
Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode editor-in-chief Valur Gretttison visits Hellisgerði in Hafnarfjörður to go over the latest…
RVK Newscast #150: Iceland’s Plastic Shame
In this 150th episode of Reykjavík Grapevine’s Newscast, editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson brings you a special breaking news story regarding Iceland’s…
Grapevine Picks: Dieter Roth, Winter Lights And Jazzy Nights
Every week we take you, gentle reader, by the hand and lead you out of your cosy accommodation into the…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Júníus Meyvant, Hanna Mia Brekkan and Ljunggren/Sverrisson
This week we’ve got three more musical non-Christmas crackers for you, with love from Iceland. Well if you want Mariah…
Grapevine’s 13th ‘Ask Me Anything’ Is Now Online!
Here at last is the Reykjavík Grapevine’s 12th ‘Ask Me Anything’ session. Here, editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson and news editor Andie…
RVK Newscast #149: HBO Filming Hit Show In Iceland & Yellow Flight Warning
After a week off for printing, Grapevine editor-in-chief Valur Grettison and his trusty Chief Morale Officer Pollý are back to…
Grapevine’s 13th ‘Ask Me Anything’ This Friday!
This Friday, December 11th, at 14:30 Icelandic time, the Reykjavík Grapevine will hold its thirteenth Ask Me Anything (AMA). You,…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Gyða Valtýsdóttir, Fríd and Ægir
This week we bring you soaring soundscapes, serene underseascapes and cyclical clickscapes. Grab some proper headphones or plug into some…
Grapevine Picks: Eivør, Toxic Masculinity, Metal Fest And Cake Art
Hey baby, it’s cold outside. But don’t mope about it—wrap up warm and head out to our hot event picks!…
Supernatural Iceland: Monsters
Welcome to Supernatural Iceland! Join Valur Grettisson, editor-in-chief of Reykjavík Grapevine, as he explores the world of folklore, other-worldly visits…
Greetings, Grapevine Nation! Become A Member Of Our YouTube Channel
We at Grapevine Towers have been so touched by your support so far—truly, our readers and viewers are the best…
RVK Newscast 148: Ancient Icelandic Manuscript Found & One COVID-19 Death
Covid numbers are still high in Iceland, with some signs of a plateau. One man died from COVID-19 this week…
RVK Newscast #147: Shocking Icelandic Horse Video And Parliament Returns
Welcome to Reykjavík Newscast! Icelandic Parliament is back in session after its longest break in over 30 years and Reykjavík…
Practical Icelandic: Má Ég Fá Eina Pylsu
Velkomin! Welcome to Practical Icelandic, the series where the Reykjavík Grapevine teaches you simple and useful phrases for your trip…
Grapevine Picks: Hacktivism, Everyday Design & Movie Classics
What is a responsible, culture-loving Reykvíkingur to do in this creative city over the coming week? Well, it’s funny you…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Borko, Brynjar and Pusswhip
Prick up your ears! It’s time once more for The Grapevine to pour some fresh harmonic honey into them. And…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Damon Albarn, Teitur Magnússon & ZÖE
Heads up! It’s time for this week’s Grapevine new music picks. Check out everything we’re listening to right now on…
Grapevine Picks: Dancing, Reflecting Loneliness And Different Realities
Haven’t yet had a chance to plan your weekend? Grapevine’s got you covered! We’ve selected a few events for you…
RVK Newscast #146: Haunting Beauty Of The Steamy Lava
This week we’re BACK at the sleepy volcano to see what’s new. Editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson (and Chief Morale Officer Pollý)…
Best Of Reykjavík Activities 2021: Best Art Hall
Reykjavík is bustling with activities, from famous attractions to small hidden gems. And we have busted our balls, pushing ourselves…
RVK Newscast #145: Icelandic Women Are Prolific Readers
Welcome to Reykjavík Grapevine’s newscast with editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson! Today we visited Mál og Menning to talk about books, Icelandic…