Horror-Scopes: Your Star Sign’s Spirit Cocktail
Need some insight on which drink to order to appease your astrological inclinations? No worries, we’ve got you covered. The stars aren’t the only thing getting lit tonight. Ari
COVID Roundup: Another Record Number Of Daily Cases
There were 178 recorded domestic cases of the coronavirus in Iceland yesterday. There have never been so many single-day cases since the pandemic first reached Iceland. Of those, 8
RVK Newscast #143: Icelandic Christmas Trees and Covid Numbers
Welcome back to Reykjavík Grapevine’s Newscast! Join journalist Josie Anne as we explore beautiful Hafnarfjörður and talk about what’s going on in Iceland. The big n
Saga Stories #9: Berserks and Zombies in Eyrbyggja Saga
Join Dr Matthew Roby on another trip to the majestic Snæfellsnes peninsula for the second of two videos about Eyrbyggja saga. This saga depicts more supernatural phenomena than mo
Little Trust In The National Church Among Icelanders
Accroding to Gallup’s newly released poll, Icelanders don’t seem to have trust in the national church and its bishop, Agnes M. Sigurðardóttir, reports Vísir. The suffragan b
Fox Hunting Has Become A Paid Sport
According to the Environment Agency of Iceland, hunting Arctic fox no longer serves its purpose. It used to be a way of protecting sheep, but nowadays it has become a […]
Gods Of Iceland: Kvasir
Superpowers: Signalled peace between two warring sides, very wise Weaknesses: Thirsty dwarves Modern Analogy: Anthony Fauci Long ago, the Æsir and the Vanir—two groups of Norse
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. I’m going home for Thanksgiving and am dreadin
Sóley Reveals The Sound Of An Apocalypse
A master of storytelling through music, Sóley recently released her fourth LP, ‘Mother Melancholia’. Having plunged herself deep into news of global warming, Sóley decided to
Former US Ambassador “Threatening And Intimidating”, Damaged Relations With Iceland
A new report (.pdf) from the US Office of the Inspector General (OIG) found that former US ambassador to Iceland Jeffrey Ross Gunter fostered a “a threatening and intimidatin
Fight The Cold With Heat: A Guide To The Best Saunas Around Reykjavík
As the cold starts seeping into your bones here in the north, saunas come in handy. The Grapevine crew tested out five of the warmest saunas in the capital area […]
Ólafsson Gin Available In Seattle’s Popular Cocktail Bar
The Icelandic Ólafsson gin is now available in Seattle, at Bathtub Gin & Co., reports Vísir. It is said to be of Seattle’s most popular cocktail bars. Ólafsson’s ex
Over Hundred Wheelchair Ramps Installed Since Last March
Ramps up Reykjavík, a campaign designed to improve accessibility in the city center, has turned out to be effective, reports Vísir. Since last March, one hundred and one ramps fo
National Equestrian Competetition In Hella Next Summer
The national equestrian competition will be held in Hella next July, reports Vísir. The event was supposed to be held last summer, but it was postponed due to the pandemic. [&hell
Grapevine’s 12th ‘Ask Me Anything’ This Friday!
This Friday, November 12th, at 14:30 Icelandic time, the Reykjavík Grapevine will hold its twelfth Ask Me Anything (AMA). You, dear readers, are invited to participate in the vide
Björk’s Choral Concert Soars
A musician announcing plans to “re-imagine” a well-loved body of work in the live arena can induce a shiver down the spine of the devoted fan. In anticipation of the […]
Best Of Reykjavík Activities 2021: Best Place To See The Aurora
Reykjavík is bustling with activities, from famous attractions to small hidden gems. And we have busted our balls, pushing ourselves to our physical limits—have you seen how man
Grapevine Picks: Diwali, Art And Live Music Galore!
This coming week the Reykjavík area has so much to offer the culturally curious, with the best of Iceland’s music scene making a noise in venues across the city, female [&he
Grapevine New Music Picks: Inspector Spacetime, Árný Margrét & John Grant
Tomorrow sees the return of Live From Reykjavík! You can choose to brave the Icelandic chill to catch the live music across the city, or stay toasty and watch the […]
COVID Roundup: Record Number Of Domestic Cases, New Requirements Instituted
There were 167 recorded domestic cases of the coronavirus in Iceland yesterday. Of those, 122 were outside quarantine at diagnosis. Both of these numbers represent new records for