Faroese Cooking Class in Nólsoy Near Tórshav

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy an authentic Faroese cooking class in a traditional family home on the island of Nólsoy, just a short ferry ride from Tórshavn. Cook with homegrown and locally sourced ingredients while experiencing Heimablídni hospitality, sustainable living, and generations of Faroese family recipes.

Example Menu

Main

Faroese Smoked Salmon

Served with seasonal sides, or Homemade vegetable soup made with fresh produce from Maud’s garden

Main

Fish of the day or tender Faroese lamb

Served with potatoes and vegetables from the garden

Starter

Small tastes of traditional Faroese delicatessen

Dried lamb, homemade lamb sausage, dried fish, and home baked bread

Dessert

Rhubarb Tart or Homemade Cake

With sour cream or whipped cream

What's Included

Visit the charming island of Nólsoy, just 25 minutes from Tórshavn
Summer tour of a sustainable home vegetable garden
Learn about Faroese traditions, island life, and local food culture
Authentic Heimablídni Cooking Class Experience in a traditional Faroese home

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your host at her home in Nólsoy, just a short 3–4 minute walk from the ferry stop. Maud welcomes guests to her grandparents’ home on the island of Nólsoy, just a 25-minute ferry from Tórshavn. Exact address and contact information will be provided upon confirmation.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Meet your host at her grandparents' traditional Faroese home in Nólsoy, only a 3–4 minute walk from the ferry - perfect for travelers arriving from Tórshavn. Begin your Faroese culinary adventure with a welcome drink and snack while discussing the seasonal menu. In summer, stroll through Maud’s vegetable garden and discover how she grows produce sustainably. Then, join her in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class, preparing a traditional Faroese meal and dessert using fresh, local ingredients. Enjoy a 3-course meal featuring vegetables from her garden, fish from local fishermen or meat from Faroese farmers, all prepared with a touch of international influence and paired with local beer or wine. Sustainability, authentic flavors, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere are at the heart of Maud's cooking.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Your Faroese cooking class is scheduled around ferry arrivals in Nólsoy for your convenience. Your host’s home is a short 3-minute walk from the terminal, with classes starting at 1:00 pm on Saturdays and 1:30 pm on Sundays.
  • Guests can enjoy homegrown vegetables, pickles, and preserves while learning about sustainable living and traditional Faroese cuisine.
  • Maud often hosts alongside her husband, Fríðrik, a sailor, and invites visitors to connect over meals in their cozy living room, experiencing Heimablídni, Faroese warmth and hospitality in Nólsoy.
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Cancellation Policy

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

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