A foodie wet dream Every once in a long while I find myself in a place that I do not want to leave. Norð-Austur is without doubt one of those. The quality and craftsmanship of the sushi and other...
Aldan Restaurant – Seyðisfjörður
Eat and be enchanted Aldan Restaurant – www.hotelaldan.is This town is known for its vintage houses and laid back atmosphere. Creative people come from all over the world to spend time in this area. An art school was recently established...
Egilsstaðir Guesthouse – Egilsstaðir
Of monsters and mouthfuls Egilsstaðir Guesthouse – www.lakehotel.is On the crossroads between the east and the north of Iceland lies a fine place to stay. Do not be fooled by the term guesthouse this is a real hotel. Simple...
Skálanes – Seyðisfjörður
Between heaven and earth Skálanes – www.skalanes.is When visiting Seyðisfjörður, take your time. It is just one of those places. Skálanes is at the mouth of the fiord about 17 km from the town itself. They could serve me...
Klausturkaffi – Skriðuklaustur
Really great local food! www.skriduklaustur.is The café at Skriðuklaustur is to me the cherry on top of the north east food scene. The museum is a well kept memorial to the life and works of Icelandic writer Gunnar Gunnarsson and in...
Skaftfell Bistro – Seyðisfjörður
Can I stay? www.skaftfell.is Skaftfell is a center for visual arts frequently hosting exhibitions on an international level. The bistro in the basement is also an attraction all by itself. The menu varies focusing on simple dishes made from...
Hotel Hallormsstaður – Egilsstaðir
So lord of the ringy www.701hotels.is There might be orcs in the woods here but given the view and the wizard in the kitchen you will want to risk it. The forest is the biggest one in Iceland and...
Kári Gunnlaugsson
Writer/Director Kári Gunnlaugsson is a poet, writer, filmmaker and freelance guide. He has travelled widely and lived in countries souch as Paraguay, Mozambique, Denmark, England and Spain. He is an authority on travel in Iceland, icelandic cuisine and icelandic...