Iceland is shrouded with harsh relentless winter most of the year, the average temperature in January being around -1°C, and the days are short and dark. These conditions have shaped a culinary tradition that emphasises warmth and sustenance. The safest country in the world, Iceland is a haven for meat lovers and Icelandic cuisine, rich in flavours, primarily revolves around locally sourced fish, lamb, dairy, and rye.
Food and Drink
Winter Warmers: A Guide To Icelandic Foods That Beat The Cold
The classic meat soup Kjötsúpa fills up your tummy with warmth while the cherished Plokkfiskur epitomises comfort food. If you didn't know about these delicacies, here's a guide to Icelandic foods that beat the cold
Nidhi Kadere
12 January 2024
kjötsúpa is a hearty soup of meat and root vegetables that will make your winter much more delicious
Photo: 196flavors/Instagram
kjötsúpa is a hearty soup of meat and root vegetables that will make your winter much more delicious
Photo: 196flavors/Instagram
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