Eating vegan while traveling is already a challenging enough thing to do. Having snacks is a must, as you never know when your next meal might be. Add to the equation traveling to Iceland, known for it's seafood and cured shark (yup, that's a thing), and I was panicking before landing. However, my fears were in vain, as tourism is a significant part of Iceland's economy, and they definitely want to take care of us!
Our hotel, the Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura, had an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet that included the usual staples, but also a variety of fruits, breads (including gluten-free - not that I am, but that's how much they appeal to travellers), and home-made jams. They also had soy milk to have with our cereals, and delicious vegetables.
We also discovered Cafe Babalu, a small cafe in the center of Reykjavik, which had a delicious vegan chilli and carrot cake for dessert, as well as an assortment of yummy teas!
We were also spoiled by Chef Baldur Öxdal Halldórsson, Head Chef and owner of the Lindin Restaurant in Laugarvatn. Since there was nothing vegan on the menu, he prepared a special dish and dessert for us, which included a sweet potato puree, barley with vegetables, salad, and a beet dressing. My mouth is watering just thinking about that meal. Add to it a good wine, and the fact that we were coming from the spa next door, and I can easily put this dinner in my top five... ever.
Besides the memorable vegan food that we got to enjoy on our trip, we also enjoyed the sights of over a dozen waterfalls, mountains surrounded by beaches, rainbows on top of glaciers, and the gentlest of Icelandic horses. Definitely a place I want to go back to!
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