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...Read More
Imagine a world where bread stands aside, making way for the robust flavours of salted fish. That’s right – we’re talking about Iceland, a place where the gusty...Read More
Learn to make Icelandic Cinnamon buns - súkkulaðisnúðar! They are very popular in Nordic countries but, of course, the Icelandic version is better!Read More
Hilda’s family recipe for Icelandic Pancakes My Amma (grandma) had 16 grandchildren, and I do not even know how many great-grandchildren. When I had children, and they had...Read More
Fiskibollur or fishballs are one of the quintessential dishes you will have at the Icelandic dinner table. They are straightforward to make – and even if you don’t...Read More
Meet Helga Dís, the multimedia boss at “Your Friend in Reykjavik.” She utilizes her journalistic skills and extensive knowledge of Reykjavik’s cultural and historical landscape to drive the...Read More
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...Read More
Meet Zofia, the go-to person at Your Friend in Reykjavik for anything tour-related outside Reykjavik. She wears many hats—brand ambassador, Travel Agent, and the one who answers your...Read More
Introducing Valur, the key person at Your Friend in Reykjavik. His name translates to “Falcon”, and he oversees the operations as the manager and lead guide of the...Read More
