Valgerður Jóhannsdóttir

Valgerður Jóhannsdóttir is a prominent figure in Iceland's culinary scene, known for co-founding the historic restaurant Hornið alongside her husband, Jakob Hörður Magnússon, in 1979. The restaurant has been a cornerstone of Icelandic dining culture, recognized as the first Italian restaurant in the country. Valgerður has played a crucial role in the establishment's enduring success and has contributed to the development of Icelandic gastronomy through her work in the restaurant industry.