The Scary Adventure of Trying Scata in Iceland

TLDRI tried scata, a fermented fish dish in Iceland, even though I don't enjoy fermented foods. It has a strong smell but the taste is not as bad as expected. If you're in Reykjavik on December 23rd, give it a try!

Key insights

🐟Scata is a traditional fermented fish dish in Iceland.

🤢Scata has a strong smell that can permeate your clothes.

😮The taste of scata is not as bad as expected, and the texture is similar to pulled pork.

🛁It is advisable to wash your clothes immediately after trying scata to remove the odor.

🍽️Scata is commonly eaten in Iceland on December 23rd.

Q&A

What is scata?

Scata is a fermented fish dish that is traditional in Iceland.

Does scata have a strong smell?

Yes, scata has a strong smell that can linger on your clothes.

Is scata tasty?

The taste of scata is not as bad as expected. It has a unique flavor and a texture similar to pulled pork.

When is scata commonly eaten in Iceland?

Scata is commonly eaten in Iceland on December 23rd.

How can I get rid of the scata smell?

It is recommended to wash your clothes immediately after trying scata to remove the odor.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The video begins with the narrator expressing nervousness about trying scata, a fermented fish dish in Iceland.

06:09The narrator describes the process of cooking and eating scata, including the strong smell and unique taste.

08:54The narrator tries rice pudding as a palate cleanser after eating scata.

10:36The narrator shares their final thoughts on the experience of trying scata.

11:30The narrator discusses the lingering smell of scata and recommends washing clothes immediately after trying it.

13:26The narrator concludes the video by encouraging viewers to try scata if they are in Reykjavik on December 23rd.