Keep Calm, Icelanders: You Are Not Leading A Global Democratic Revolution
After a few minutes watching the speech of US political activist and Harvard Law professor Lawrence Lessig at the Nordic House earlier this month, I felt disappointed again. It is
Circling Back: One American Commemorates His Family’s Life In Iceland
The American military presence in Iceland goes back to the middle of WW2, and there are many Americans who can trace their family history back to the US naval base […]
Wrestling The Kraken: Moving to Iceland and the Directorate of Immigration
A friend of mine says: “The problem with living in Iceland is that every time you open a door, you see yourself on the other side.” Sharp words and criticism […]
Decision ‘16: Iceland’s Looming Political Shitstorm
Next month, Iceland’s parliamentary election will come a bit earlier than usual. Thanks in large part to last April’s Panama Papers leak, and the ensuing protests, Icelanders w
An Icelandic Chef In The Big Apple: Chef Gunnar Karl Alights at Grand Central
On a typical day, 750,000 people pass through Grand Central Terminal in Midtown Manhattan. That number—twice the population of Iceland—includes hurrying commuters and shutter-h
Grapevine’s Best Of 2016: Best Bookstore
Reykjavík is a relatively small city, but even so, sometimes you need a bit of local advice to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a good people-watching spot, somewher
Photo Gallery: Magic Aurora
Last night saw the arrival of a spectacular display of aurora borealis over many parts of Iceland. A car full of Grapeviners took a drive out the Hvalfjörður to escape […]
Stormzy Cancels Airwaves, Dizzee Rascal Steps Up
UK grime star Stormzy has cancelled his performance at Airwaves 2016. On his Facebook, he said: He is replaced by veteran rapper Dizzee Rascal. Oiiiiiii!
Grapevine’s Best Of 2016: Best Shop To Stock Up On Local Design
Reykjavík is a relatively small city, but even so, sometimes you need a bit of local advice to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a good people-watching spot, somewher
Katla Teases Us Once Again
Tremors were recorded just south of the volcano Katla yesterday, but it remains decidedly unclear if an eruption is imminent. Vísir reports that the tremor measured 3.9 on the Ric
Grapevine’s Best Of 2016: Best Secondhand Shop
Reykjavík is a relatively small city, but even so, sometimes you need a bit of local advice to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a good people-watching spot, somewher
Viðreisn Moves Into Third Place In New Poll
A new poll from Market and Media Research shows centre-right newcomers Viðreisn are continuing their ascendancy, and are now polling third highest amongst parties Icelanders said
Just Announced: Björk To Play Airwaves 2016
There’s a running joke that the only thing people know about Icelandic music abroad is Björk or Sígur Rós. Iceland Airwaves began back in 1999 as an event to showcase [&hellip
Grapevine’s Best Of 2016: Best Grocery Store
Reykjavík is a relatively small city, but even so, sometimes you need a bit of local advice to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a good people-watching spot, somewher
RIFF Guide: What To See If You’re Into…
The RIFF audience has a lot of decisions to make with a program than spans eleven days and screens over 140 movies. Our trusted cinephile Mark Asch compiled a list of […]
Grapevine’s Best Of 2016: Best Place To Watch Sports Over A Beer
Reykjavík is a relatively small city, but even so, sometimes you need a bit of local advice to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a good people-watching spot, somewher
Grapevine’s Best Of 2016: Best God Damn Store
Reykjavík is a relatively small city, but even so, sometimes you need a bit of local advice to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a good people-watching spot, somewher
Russian Bombers In Close Proximity To Icelandic Passenger Jet
Two unidentified Russian bomber airplanes, probably Tupolev Tu-22Ms, flew directly under an Icelandic passenger jet traveling from Keflavik to Stockholm last Thursday, the 22th of
Intense Northern Lights Over Reykjavík Captured On Film
Some stunning northern lights put on quite a show over Reykjavík last night. Our Facebook feed was full of brave but futile attempts to capture the lights on iPhone—but one [&he
Grapevine’s Best Of 2016: Best Happy Hour
Reykjavík is a relatively small city, but even so, sometimes you need a bit of local advice to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a good people-watching spot, somewher
Happening Tonight: Kris Kristofferson
You may know him as the old dude from the Blade movies, as Barbra Streisand’s co-star in ‘A Star is Born’ or as the man who bankrupted United Artists by […]