Private Tour

Icelandic Cooking Class in Downtown Reykjavik with Musical Hosts

Overview

Available languages

German

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Meet Iris and Nonni, two hospitable Icelanders with a passion for travel, food, and music. They run a travel company and lead trips all over their country and are a wealth of knowledge about history, geology, culture and of course, the local food! Iris is a skilled home-cook who says good cooking is in her veins. Her mother was an excellent cook and her daughter has inherited the skill too. For the first part of the experience, join the two in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking experience. They will teach you how to prepare 2 dishes that are easy to replicate at home. You will get to taste the authentic food that Icelanders eat at their homes and also enjoy the warm hospitality they offer no matter the weather.

• Cooking lesson in a local home

• Introduction to Icelandic culture and cuisine

• 100% private activity

• Vegetarian and gluten free options available

• If you choose the market tour grade option, your experience will include a visit to the local market

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking

Menu may vary depending on the season

Private, personalized experience

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Meet your hosts at their home and then drive to the nearby market (if you have selected the market tour option as well, or else your experience will start with the cooking class). They will introduce you to some of their favorite Icelandic products and teach you about local agriculture. As you browse you might pick up a few ingredients for your meal. After your market tour, you will drive back to their home to begin cooking. Join Iris and Nonni in their home kitchen for a hands-on cooking experience. They will teach you how to prepare 2 dishes that are easy to replicate at home. Their kitchen is large and open, and you’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at preparing foods like salmon salad, fresh greens, or dessert. A typical meal at Iris and Nonni’s table includes slow-roasted meat, often Icelandic lamb which is organic and exclusively pasture-raised, local fish like Atlantic salmon that is served, raw, smoked or baked, potato dishes, and bright, fresh vegetables.

Sample Menu

starter

Salmon tartare salad

main

Roasted leg of lamb and Roasted potatoes

main

Seasonal vegetables

starter

Berry mousse

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Alcoholic Beverages

If you choose the "market + cooking" tour grade option, your experience includes a market tour

Gratuities

Private cooking class with your host Iris

Hotel pick up and drop off

Options

Market, cooking and dinner

Market, cooking and lunch

Cooking class and lunch

Cooking class and dinner

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fantastic Experience
shellylR3518ZF,,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The cooking class was wonderful, there was lots of information about Icelandic food & culture, a fantastic meal & a trip to the markets & some music as well. It was a great experience in a wonderful setting & we learned a lot about Icelandic food & culture as well.
My adult sons and I...
Anna S,,Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
My adult sons and I participated in this cooking experience. We had a wonderful time - shopping locally, helping with the food prep, and then enjoying a great and diverse meal. Iris was a perfect hostess. She even purchased fermented shark for us to try. That was an experience. Iris provided a very relaxed as well as educational experience for us. I would definitely recommend!
The Very BEST Experience to have while in Iceland
donnafG3461DU,,Sep 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a MUST experience to have while in Iceland. Iris and Nonnie greeted us so warmly and were perfect hosts from beginning to end of our time together. They have a beautiful home and they prepared an absolutely gorgeous meal for our group. We were delighted when they acquiesced to our request to sing for us. All in all, a perfect evening.
Amazing experience!!
U4238TPjohnl,,Sep 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing evening filled with delicious food and amazing surroundings. We throughly enjoyed the company of our hosts. Great evening.
A very special and delicious evening!
Guide814572,,Sep 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The most delicious meal that I have had in a long time! Our hosts were lovely and so very welcoming. They both shared their enthusiasm for the Icelandic culture and their love of music! A very special evening with wonderful memories! Thank you!