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Grapevine New Music: Hipsumhaps, Jelena Ciric, Benni Hemm Hemm & More
It was 15 years ago today, that the Icelandic economy officially crashed, much to the dismay of – well –…
Grapevine Events: Flesh Machine, Anna Þorvaldsdóttir & So Much More
We have entered the tenth month of 2023 and it’s time to embrace the shorter days and sudden weather changes*….
Diving In With Ármann
by Mira Haldar
In a country that boasts 180 pools, there exist only two water polo clubs with just 40 active players. To…
Bombs And Guns And Stuff
by Rex Beckett
The recent resumption of fin whale hunting has drawn attention onto Hvalfjörður, the fjord near Reykjavík where the whaling station…
A Rather Unsuccessful Fungi Foray
Lessons learned on the first foraging trip of the year Wild mushroom risotto, oyster mushroom tacos, chanterelle pie, porcini soup,…
In Tune With Nature
Two days of hiking, pooling, horseback riding and more in Dalir Every time I spend too long in Reykjavík –…
The Islanders: An Old Book Collector On A Rescue Mission
Did you know that to restore old books, they are submerged in water? There are very few things that can…
The Indefensible Defence Of An Obsolete Industry
Examining the past, present and still uncertain future of whaling in Iceland “It’s been a crazy day,” Valgerður Árnadóttir says,…
Wake up, Reykjavik!
The dining slumber that afflicts the hospitality industry has got to shake loose “Ostpaj med murklor” is scribbled on the…
Rock, Rust And Road Trip Dust
Taking a long awaited trip up West “We’ll have to drive around a lot of fjords.” “Yup.” “That’s going to…
Grapevine Events: Ingibjörg Turchi, Supersport! and so much more
August is ending on a bleak note as Minister of Fisheries and Agriculture Svandís Svavarsdóttir announced today that whale hunting…
Whaling Ban Ended With Concession
The moratorium on whaling, enacted by Minister of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries Svandís Svavarsdóttir on June 20, has been lifted….
SÆKÝR: Myths In Motion
In her short film SÆKÝR, Edith Morris breathes life into folklore-inspired creatures I’m a chronic doom-scroller, I’ll admit. But I…
Grapevine Events: Reykjavík Jazz Festival, Hamraborg Festival, Love Record Shops & More
So, did you have a nice summer? Did you take an exciting holiday or have a chill staycation? This week…
In The Land Of Constant Inflation
The arrival of Wolt presents a jarring implication Gig work has become increasingly prevalent in recent years, offering an attractive…
Grapevine Events: Culture Night, Swim-in Cinema & So Much More
Can you believe what date it is? How are we already more than halfway through 2023? It seems like yesterday…
Bound By All Things Kinky
Exploring BDSM in Iceland and how it fits into the larger queer community What is BDSM? Typically considered sexual preferences…
How Did Reykjavík Pride Begin?
Iceland enjoys one of the queer friendliest reputations in the world and it just so happens that another Pride festival…
Grapevine Events: A Run-Down Of Merchant’s Day Weekend & RVK Pride
After months of being starved for a good long holiday since the Extended Easter Remix holidays ended, we’re finally heading…
Grapevine Events: Pavement, Mannfólkið Breytist í Slím, LJÓS, & More
After over a week of volcanic smog polluting the city, the skies have finally cleared to blue. And just in…
Where There’s Smoke
The Reykjanes peninsula’s period of volcanic activity continues There’s something melancholic about approaching for landing at Keflavík International Airport. Perhaps…