The Feast

Synopsis

Gunnar Karl Gíslason, Michelin chef, travels around Iceland, meeting interesting people and learning about culture, art, food and innovation in the utilization of resources.

First Air Date: 2022-04-24

Last Air Date: 2025-07-13

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 15

Created By: Gunnar Karl Gíslason

Networks: RÚV

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Seasons

Season 1 (2022) - (5 Episodes)

Season 2 (2023) - (5 Episodes)

Season 3 (2025) - (5 Episodes)

Season 1 (2022)

Gunnar Karl and Dóri DNA travel around Iceland, visiting remote valleys, villages, and coastlines. Each episode highlights one region’s people, traditions, and food, ending with a feast inspired by what they discover.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: North Iceland – Vellir in Svarfaðardalur (2022-04-24)

Gunnar Karl and Dóri DNA travel through Svarfaðardalur in North Iceland, visiting farms and exploring how local traditions and resources shape the food culture of the valley.
Ep. 2: Eastfjords – Borgarfjörður eystri (2022-05-01)

The hosts visit Borgarfjörður eystri, where they meet locals, learn about food traditions, and highlight the region’s connection to nature and sustainability.
Ep. 3: South Iceland – Traustholtshólmi (2022-05-08)

On the small island of Traustholtshólmi, the duo explore sustainable living and prepare a feast using resources provided by the land and sea.
Ep. 4: Westfjords – Flateyri (2022-05-15)

In Flateyri, the pair discover how remoteness and community spirit influence food culture in the Westfjords, culminating in a shared meal with locals.
Ep. 5: Eastfjords – Skálanes at Seyðisfjörður (2022-05-22)

The journey ends at Skálanes near Seyðisfjörður, where they meet people working with conservation and innovation while preparing a feast inspired by the landscape.