{"id":434,"date":"2026-07-29T12:11:03","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T12:11:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/?page_id=434"},"modified":"2026-07-29T12:57:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T12:57:48","slug":"indian-food-shop-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/index.php\/indian-food-shop-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Indian Food Shop FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\narticle.page.has-post-thumbnail>.post-media{display:none}\n.ifs-guide{background:#fff8ef;color:#2f1b12;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,\"Segoe UI\",sans-serif;line-height:1.72;padding:34px 18px}.ifs-wrap{max-width:1080px;margin:auto}.ifs-crumbs{font-size:13px;margin-bottom:14px;color:#7c5a45}.ifs-crumbs a,.ifs-guide a{color:#c2410c;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none}.ifs-guide a:hover{text-decoration:underline}.ifs-hero{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1.05fr .95fr;gap:24px;align-items:center;padding:28px;border-radius:22px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#3d170b,#7c2d12);color:#fff7ed;box-shadow:0 14px 30px rgba(67,29,12,.16)}.ifs-kicker{margin:0 0 8px;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.09em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#fdba74}.ifs-hero h2{margin:0 0 12px;font-size:clamp(28px,4vw,42px);line-height:1.14;color:#fff7ed}.ifs-hero p{margin:0;max-width:830px;font-size:17px}.ifs-hero-img{display:block;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover;border-radius:15px;box-shadow:0 10px 24px rgba(0,0,0,.22)}.ifs-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));gap:16px;margin:24px 0}.ifs-card,.ifs-faq-item,.ifs-note{background:#fff;border:1px solid rgba(194,65,12,.17);border-radius:17px;padding:22px;box-shadow:0 7px 20px rgba(67,29,12,.06)}.ifs-card h2,.ifs-note h2{margin:0 0 10px;color:#7c2d12;font-size:24px}.ifs-card h3{margin:0 0 7px;color:#7c2d12;font-size:19px}.ifs-card p,.ifs-note p{margin:0 0 12px}.ifs-card p:last-child,.ifs-note p:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.ifs-faq{display:grid;gap:12px;margin:22px 0}.ifs-faq-item{padding:0;overflow:hidden}.ifs-faq-item summary{cursor:pointer;padding:18px 20px;font-weight:800;color:#7c2d12;list-style:none}.ifs-faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.ifs-faq-item summary:after{content:\"+\";float:right;color:#ea580c;font-size:22px}.ifs-faq-item[open] summary:after{content:\"\u2013\"}.ifs-answer{padding:0 20px 18px;color:#4b3428}.ifs-answer p{margin:0 0 10px}.ifs-answer p:last-child{margin:0}.ifs-note{background:#fff3e6;border-color:#fdba74}.ifs-cta{margin-top:26px;padding:28px;border-radius:20px;background:#21110c;color:#fff7ed;text-align:center}.ifs-cta h2{margin:0 0 8px;color:#fdba74}.ifs-btn{display:inline-block;margin:12px 6px 0;padding:11px 18px;border-radius:999px;background:#f97316;color:#fff!important;font-weight:800;text-decoration:none!important}.ifs-btn.alt{background:transparent;border:1px solid #fdba74;color:#fdba74!important}@media(max-width:720px){.ifs-guide{padding:22px 12px}.ifs-hero{grid-template-columns:1fr;padding:22px}.ifs-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}.ifs-card{padding:19px}}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"ifs-guide\">\n<div class=\"ifs-wrap\">\n<nav class=\"ifs-crumbs\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/\">Indian Food Shop<\/a> \/ Frequently asked questions<\/nav>\n<header class=\"ifs-hero\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"ifs-kicker\">Indian ingredients made simple<\/p>\n<h2>Answers before you order<\/h2>\n<p>Clear answers about ordering Indian spices, measured packs, recipe kits and selected pantry ingredients in Iceland.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>      <img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"ifs-hero-img\" src=\"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/indian-food-shop-faq-featured.webp\" alt=\"Small packs of Indian spices, basmati rice, lentils and chickpeas in Iceland\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"><br \/>\n    <\/header>\n<div class=\"ifs-grid\">\n<article class=\"ifs-card\">\n<h2>How the service works<\/h2>\n<p>Indian Food Shop is a specialist ingredient sourcing and pre-order service connected with the team behind Indian Food Box. Tell us what you want to cook and how many people you are cooking for. We then confirm availability, price and pickup time.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"ifs-card\">\n<h2>Our long-term goal<\/h2>\n<p>Our goal is to build one of Iceland\u2019s most useful online guides and ordering platforms for Indian ingredients\u2014especially hard-to-find items, small quantities, tourist packs and practical recipe kits.<\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<div class=\"ifs-faq\">\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\" open>\n<summary>Is Indian Food Shop a normal walk-in grocery store?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>No. We are a specialist ingredient sourcing service rather than a general retail grocery store. You are welcome to visit and place an order in person, but preparation and sourcing may take some time. Pre-ordering by WhatsApp is strongly recommended so we can confirm stock, price and when your order will be ready.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>How do I order Indian ingredients?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>Send a WhatsApp message to <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/3547864795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">+354 786 4795<\/a>. Include the item or dish, the amount you need and your preferred pickup day. A photo of the product or recipe is helpful when the name has different spellings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Can I buy a small amount instead of a large packet?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>Yes, for many dry ingredients we can prepare practical measured quantities. This is useful when a recipe needs only a few teaspoons of a spice or when you are staying in Iceland for a short time. Packaging options depend on the ingredient and availability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Which products can you usually help with?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>Requests commonly include Indian spices and masala blends, basmati rice, lentils and dal, chickpeas, selected flours, chutneys, snacks, hing and recipe-kit ingredients. The range changes, so nothing should be considered in stock until we confirm it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Do you always have every item in stock?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>No. Some ingredients are sourced only after an order, and availability in Iceland changes. We will tell you if the exact item is unavailable and ask before offering a reasonable substitute.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Where is pickup?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>Orders are normally collected near Indian Food Box at Langirimi 21, 112 Reykjav\u00edk. You may also visit and place an order in person. Because stock and preparation time vary, messaging us first is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Can you prepare a grocery pack for tourists?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>Yes. Tell us how long you are staying, how many people are travelling and which meals you plan to cook. We can suggest a compact pack with measured spices and selected pantry items, subject to availability. See the <a href=\"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/index.php\/indian-grocery-packs-tourists-iceland\/\">Indian grocery packs for tourists guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Do you have complete Indian recipe kits?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>We prepare small-batch kits for selected snacks, curries and dal dishes. Read the current <a href=\"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/index.php\/indian-food-shop-recipe-card\/\">Indian recipe-kit guide<\/a> for examples and cooking instructions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Can you guarantee allergen-free ingredients?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>No. Always tell us about allergies before ordering and check the original manufacturer label. Ingredients portioned or prepared around a restaurant kitchen may be exposed to milk, gluten, nuts, mustard, sesame or other allergens. If safety is uncertain, do not use the product.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>How are prices calculated?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>The quote depends on product cost, quantity, sourcing and preparation. A small service or packing fee may be included. We confirm the total before preparing the order, so there is no obligation until you agree.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Do you deliver?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>The standard service is pre-arranged pickup. If another option is possible for a particular order, it must be agreed in advance. Prepared restaurant food should be ordered through <a href=\"https:\/\/indianfoodbox.is\/order-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indian Food Box online ordering<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ifs-faq-item\">\n<summary>Can you help me choose spices for a recipe?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"ifs-answer\">\n<p>Yes. Send the dish name or recipe and we can give simple ingredient and spice suggestions. For individual ingredients, explore our guides to <a href=\"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/index.php\/indian-spices-in-iceland\/\">Indian spices<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/index.php\/indian-lentils-dal-chickpeas-iceland\/\">lentils and dal<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/indianfoodshop.is\/index.php\/basmati-rice-indian-pantry-iceland\/\">Indian pantry essentials<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details><\/div>\n<section class=\"ifs-note\">\n<h2>Before you visit<\/h2>\n<p>You can visit and order in person, but you may need to wait while we check availability or prepare the requested quantity. For the quickest service, message us before travelling so we can confirm stock, price and a suitable pickup time. Website pages describe what we may be able to source but do not guarantee live stock.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ifs-cta\">\n<h2>Tell us what you want to cook<\/h2>\n<p>Send the dish, number of people and preferred pickup day. 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