Ukrainians in Iceland
Most Ukrainian immigrants arrived in Iceland in the 2000s. There is a small but growing Ukrainian community in Iceland, which is concentrated in the capital city of Reykjavik. Nearly 2,600 Ukrainian refugees have come to Iceland.
Sources and Stories
Ukrainians In Iceland Organise A Culture Festival
Read more about the “Úkraína þakkar Íslandi” or “Ukraine thanks Iceland” festival held in 2022.
Ukrainian Borshch To Icelandic Plates
Check out this inventive ramen that an Icelandic restaurant created — based on the classic Ukrainian recipe for borshch.
Ukrainian Kids Like Iceland’s Swimming Pools, Ice Cream, and Candy
While Ukrainian kids love Iceland’s swimming pools, they’re divided about the cuisine. Ice cream and candy top the list. Read more here.
Share and Collaborate
If you’re Ukrainian and living in Iceland, please reach out! We’d love to hear about your food experience. Scholars specializing in Icelandic cuisine, culture, and history are also encouraged to connect to collaborate. Contact directly at melissa.randall (at) nyu (dot) edu.