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9.3.2010

Government Situation Debated

The status of the ruling coalition was hotly debated in parliament yesterday, with few surprises. Meanwhile, the committee investigating the causes of the bank collapse intends to release their report soon.

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9.3.2010

Iceland’s Post-Crash Sale – 30% OFF!*

Tourists have been flocking to Iceland in greater numbers ever since October 2008 when Iceland’s economy crashed and its currency came tumbling down with it.

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Male Choir Stefnir
The Male Choir Stefnir celebrates its 70 anniversary with a concert in Guðríðarkirkja in Grafarholt. ... More »
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Ásmundur and Our Age
The sculptor Ásmundur Sveinsson was a 20th century man shaped by the 19th century. He took on various subjects in his art; at times looking ... More »
2.5.2009 - 30.4.2010
Reykjavik Grand Excursion
The Reykjavik Grand Excursion is a detailed and comprehensive introduction to Reykjavik's past and present. During this tour Reykjavik’s main attractions are highlighted on foot ... More »
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8.3.2010

Stuff We Like!

We do love us some Icesave over here at the Grapevine. And, apparently, so do you guys! At least if we judge by the amount of correspondence you're sending in. We even received a poem!
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9.3.2010

Quit fucking around

I expect nothing of any politician. I do not believe in them. In fact, I cannot remember actually expecting an elected official to behave in any manner that wasn’t specifically aimed at promoting and preserving his or her own best interest.
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Dining

Glætan
- Cafe
Glætan is a great café with a domestic feel .
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Saffran
1000-1500 - Indian
Wowohmygawdthatwasf’ingincredible! The food was so superbly prepared and shockingly delicious that I feared my words would not do it justice. More »
Dill Restaurant
3500-5000 - Icelandic
Pioneering New Nordic Kitchen style cuisine in Iceland, Dill Restaurant recently and has very quickly gained status as a Reykjavík favourite. More »

Food

9.3.2010

Tandoori Is No Rip-Off

My eyes rolled somewhat when I saw the font Tandoori’s owners chose for the restaurant’s signage. It is glaringly similar to that of nearby Saffran. So, based on this first impression, I prepared myself between the car and the large automatic sliding doors of the building for a blatant rip off.

Art & Films

16.2.2010

RAFSKINNA #1

Whether an art form in its own right or just a too costly commercial, the music video has today lost its pivotal status as a major marketing tool in the music business. The 80s heydays initiated by MTV, the world’s first music video channel launched in 1981, are far behind...

Travel

9.3.2010

Your Last Chance To Go Skiing

The Icelandic ski season is surprisingly short, and we sure as hell haven’t managed to produce the same number of top skiers as our neighbouring countries.

Music

9.3.2010

Dr. Gunni’s History Of Icelandic Rock Part 16

Punk and new wave came late to Iceland. In 1979, all Icelandic records were still either disco, foamy pop or Meat Loaf-imitations. Some punkerly types were lurking around, though...
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