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Iceland · IcelandChange is afoot as Reykjavik’s beloved casual eatery moves out of Hlemmur Mathöll It is no secret now that Skál is moving. A Reykjavik pioneer, Skál set the tone for ambitious dining in an approachable, affordable, casual setting with dishes that bridge fine dining flair and familiar comfort. After seven-plus years at Hlemmur Mathöll, Skál is making a move to brand new digs at Njálsgata 1. It’s not a change in concept, it’s a matter of having yo…See the Story
From Iceland — The Advent Of Skál 2.0: New Digs For The Beloved Eatery
Reykjavík · ReykjavíkA large statue in central Reykjavík was targeted by vandals Wednesday night, RÚV reports. The Einar Jónsson statue “Outlaws” was painted top to bottom in a metallic gold. The Reykjavík Art Museum says cleanup will take several days and specialists have been assigned to the task due to the cultural value of the work. “Outlaws” has long stood in a grassy area to the south of Hólavallagarður cemetery, overlooking Hringbraut and the university libra…See the Story
From Iceland — Statue Vandalised In Central Reykjavík
Iceland · IcelandThe volcanic eruption that began on the Reykjanes peninsula on March 16 is ongoing, with lava spewing out of a single eruptive crater east of Sundhnúkur. At the same time, the rate of magma flowing into the reservoir beneath Svartsengi, which has been feeding the eruptions and dyke intrusions in the region since late 2023, has remained steady. Analytical models employed by volcanologists estimate that inflow of magma into the reservoir is greate…See the Story
From Iceland — Magma Reservoir Beneath Svartsengi Continues To Fill
Iceland · IcelandIn our Hot Happenings episode of 66 Degrees of Sound this week, co-hosts Jói and Rex bring you a finely curated weekend of comedy and culture. If you’re ready to laugh, internationally acclaimed musical-comedians Reggie Watts and Bill Bailey are performing in Iceland this weekend, in two separate shows, creating the perfect mini-comedy festival to kick off Icelandic summer. The Children’s Culture Festival (Barnamenningahátið) and DesignMarch (Hö…See the Story
From Iceland — Grapevine Events: DesignMarch, Children’s Culture Festival & More
Reykjavík · ReykjavíkIt’s officially the second day of summer. We hope you’re basking in the warmth of Reykjavík’s ten degrees, or wherever you may be. While you’re at it, why not pop on some tunes? Maybe you’d like to hear the late, great Prins Póló’s voice again in a brand-new song, or the tumultuous beats of the electronic Kiasmos? Whatever your fancy, we hope we got it. Don’t be afraid to check out our official playlist, compiling all of our new music Friday son…See the Story
From Iceland — Grapevine New Music: Moses Hightower, Kiasmos, Una Torfa & More
Iceland · IcelandToday is sumardagurinn fyrsti, or the first day of summer, a national holiday in Iceland. While sumardagurinn fyrsti is all too often a day when people joke about it being “summer” while wind, rain, sleet and snow whip around outdoors, it’s legitimately gorgeous in the capital region today. In fact, much of South and West Iceland are enjoying sun and comfortable temperatures. Vedur.is Historically, sumardagurinn fyrsti marks the start of Harpa, …See the Story
From Iceland — It's The First Day Of Summer!
Iceland · IcelandThe deadline for presidential hopefuls to collect the required signatures to be included on the ballot is fast approaching. Would-be candidates have until noon on Friday to collect 1,500 signatures from eligible voters distributed throughout the country. Though 82 individuals registered their intentions to run for president, RÚV reports that 10 have thus far collected the required number of signatures to be included on the ballot. They are: Arna…See the Story
