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Slippurinn Is Bowing Out After 13 Seasons Of Unbridled Icelandic Flavours
“We’re not trying to be the best restaurant in the world. We’re trying to be the best restaurant we can be on a tiny island off the south coast of Iceland,” read the opening lines of Slippurinn: Recipes and Stories from Iceland,…
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Museums in Strange Places #18: A Visit to Sagnheimar
Hey there. I’m Hannah. I’m an American museum professional and Fulbright Fellow living in Reykjavík, and I’m the host of a podcast dedicated to exploring Iceland’s museums. Why? Because Iceland has a staggering 165 museums (that’s way more museums per person than…
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Merchants’ Weekend Lost And Found
The police in Vestmanneyjar are attempting to reunite lost items with their owners through social media following the Merchants’ Weekend celebrations, reports Vísir. These items include backpacks, keys, phones, coats and even shoes and can be found on the police’s Facebook page.…
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Let’s Talk About The Elephant In The Room
Þjóðhátíð í Eyjum is an annual outdoor festival that has been celebrated in Vestmanneyjar since 1874. The three-day bash takes place on Verslunarmannahelgin (“Merchants’ Weekend,” Iceland’s version of bank holiday) and features performances from some of Iceland’s most popular musicians as well…