Faroese Cooking Class in Nólsoy Near Tórshavn with Maud

3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Faroese Cooking Class in Nólsoy Near Tórshavn with Maud, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English, Danish
Operated by: Traveling Spoon

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Itinerary

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.

Stop 1
Nolsoy

Faroese Smoked Salmon — Served with seasonal sides, or Homemade vegetable soup made with fresh produce from Maud’s garden · Fish of the day or tender Faroese lamb — Served with potatoes and vegetables from the garden · Small tastes of traditional Faroese delicatessen — Dried lamb, homemade lamb sausage, dried fish, and home baked bread · Rhubarb Tart or Homemade Cake — With sour cream or whipped cream

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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

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.

Using your ticket

Meet your host at her home in Nólsoy, just a short 3–4 minute walk from the ferry.

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VjCYevEBkHvmbEm58

Please connect with your host for exact address and directions at [email protected]

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Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with personally vetted locals in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above. We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.