Greenlandic Barbeque And Storytelling

OVERVIEW

Listen to fascinating stories about Nuuk’s heritage and local life while dining on grilled meats and other unique Greenlandic specialties. The venue for this entertaining culinary adventure will be at a local café. The views going to the venue will be spectacular, especially with towering mountains and a view of the coast in the distance. Once you settle in at the cafe, the host will regale you with stories about the life and traditions in Greenland. You will hear some local myths and tales, along with some cultural / Greenlandic song performance. You will learn about the local cuisine, which revolves around the bounty of the sea, including protein-rich marine mammals such as seals. The dishes for your meal will be more conventional but will also include Greenlandic staples to sample, such as reindeer, “matak”, (which is the skin and fat of a whale), musk-ox, dried local fish and/or local berries.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn about Greenlandic cuisine, which is unique and exceptionally rich in protein. Learn how traditional hunting practices support a sustainable food culture.
• Enjoy a hearty Greenlandic barbeque and food tasting experience at a local café.
• Hear local myths passed on from generations, as well as entertaining stories about daily life in Nuuk.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.