Delicious Iceland celebrates the luscious cuisine and dazzling natural beauty of one of the most memorable places on Earth.
Chef Völundur Snær Völundarson has worked in top restaurants all over the world, from Iceland and France to Chicago and the Bahamas.
Here he shares his innovative recipes and, along with fellow writer Haukur Ágústsson, gives an engaging overview of Iceland's traditional food culture. Through Hreinn Hreinsson's gorgeous photographs, experience these remarkable dishes, as well as the stunning landscape and wildlife of Völundarson's beloved Land of Fire and Ice.
Chef Völundur has been working around the world with the best, always with Iceland in his heart; together with photographer Hreinn he now takes Iceland to your heart. With many recipes based on fish and game, Chef Volundarson might have borrowed a title from Marco Pierre White Wild Food from Land and Sea. Though based in the Bahamas, Volundarson has a reverence for the ingredients of his native cuisine which he prepares and presents simply to highlight their inherent flavour and beauty.
For those looking for something a little different; we import this directly from Iceland. Hardcover, 239 pp.
I have known Chef Völundarson for many years and I can attest that he is a true culinary artist. He has that rare ability to pay homage to tradition, yet still be completely original and modern. This is truly an inspired work. Three cheers to you, Völundur, you have produced a masterpiece!
Charlie Trotter
Thank you for an exquisite meal. You are an amazing chef. Many thanks.
Orlando Bloom
Amazing food! The lamb was supreme! You rock!