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The Return Of Pysluspjall
Pylsuspjall: 1. Hot Dog Chat 2. A Brief Conversation Held With Strangers Holding Sausages Today’s Topic: The Volcano! Welcome to our revival of Pylsuspjall, a Grapevine feature made 11 years ago in which we accost strangers at the Bæjarins Beztu hot dog…
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Hot Dogs And Hot Chocolate On Esja: Testing Our Patience And Resolve
Across the waters of Faxaflói Bay from Reykjavík resides Esjan—the dark, often cloud-covered mountain considered the quintessential Icelandic hike. Esjan is often visible as we leave Grapevine headquarters, prompting us to say, “We’re going to be on top of that mountain…one day.”…
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Well, You Asked: QAnon, Hot Dogs And Trapped
Got a burning question that needs answering? We give absolutely terrible advice, but since you keep asking, we’ll keep answering. [su_pullquote]Win a box of Icelandic Christmas goodies—and a branch of a Christmas tree to get the scent of Icelandic christmas—by signing up…
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City Pulls Plug On Hot Dog Stand By Reykjavik Pool
In a break from Icelandic swimming tradition, the Department of Culture, Sports and Leisure for the City of Reykjavík have voted down a proposal to grant a permit for a hot dog wagon outside the Reykjavík swimming pool Sundhöllin, MBL reports. The…
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Car Crash Pigs Given Much Needed Rest Before Being Slaughtered
Yesterday we reported on the 114 pigs that had a car accident in Árnessýsla in the south of Iceland. Despite what was initially reported, sadly 30 pigs died in the crash and the rest were given emergency treatment for their trauma and…
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Bæjarins Beztu Hot Dog Stand Moved For 1st Time Since 1937
For 80 years Bæjarins Beztu–probably the world’s most famous hot dog stand–has stood in the same spot on the corner of Tryggvagata and Póstshússtræti in the Reykjavík city centre, but now for the first time in its history it has been moved.…
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Last Words: Eat, Pray, Love Hot Dogs
“Happy birthday hot dogs,” I whisper with closed eyes, standing in the cooler in Bónus. I’ve just noticed that the manufacturer is celebrating its 110th anniversary and impulsively I have to convey my gratitude. My love for hot dogs isn’t just because…
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Icelandic Hot Dogs Available Soon In America
Sláturfélag Suðurlands (SS), the company behind Iceland’s famous hot dogs, intend to expand their factory in order to make hot dogs intended for the American market. “We’re aiming to get a full permit for the American market, which will then make us…
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“Mouthwatering” Icelandic Hot Dogs Lauded
Iceland’s humble hot dog combines “the perfect combination of meats”, according to one visiting foodie. NY Daily News paid a recent visit to Iceland to explore the selection of local cuisine on offer. The food critic in question, Blakely Terttenero, considered what…
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The Seven: Driving To Akureyri One Hot Dog At A Time
The people of Akureyri have been keeping a secret from us Capital Region folk. It’s called The Seven. For years now, while driving the four-and-a-half-to-six-hour road trip between the North and South, many northerners have made it common practice to eat one…
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Bæjarins Beztu Beef Up Security In Anticipation Of Bjúgnakrækir
Popular hot dog stand Bæjarins Beztu hired extra security last night in preparation for the arrival of the ninth Yule Lad, Bjúgnakrækir (Sausage Swiper). “We couldn’t afford losses like last year,” said the vendor on duty, Jói, when the Grapevine caught up…
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Hot Dog Hero Works Through The Storm
In the midst of last night’s epic storm, one constant remained on the horizon, Bæjarins Bestu hot dog stand, reports Vísir. “It’s been pretty slow,” said Jóhannes Ólafsson who was working the hot dog stand last night. “But it’s been nice and…
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Icelandic Hot Dogs Contain Danish Beef
Sláturfélag Suðurlands (SS) reports that there is a shortage of Icelandic beef, prompting the company to blend Danish beef into their hot dogs. Sold under the slogan “Icelanders Eat SS Hot Dogs”, SS hot dogs are arguably one of Iceland’s iconic foods.…
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Pylsuspjall: Iceland’s Bar Scene
What’s your name? Dean Where are you from? Fairbanks, Alaska (USA) What do you think makes these hot dogs so good? Maybe the sauce? There’s a sweet sauce to it that seems pretty unique to here. The hot dogs we make are…