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Living a Nordic Life

Welcome to Living A Nordic Life, helping you live a Nordic Life, wherever you are.

From my home in southern Norway I'd love to share my Nordic lifestyle, cooking and surroundings with you, and show you how I have discovered that you don't need to live in Norway to enjoy and embrace a Nordic lifestyle and way of living.

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Vispipuuro - Finnish Whipped Dessert. Pink Food!

Vispipuuro - Finnish Whipped Dessert. Pink Food!

Vispipuuro - Finnish Whipped Dessert. Pink Food!

Vispipuuro is a traditional Finnish dish that is simple and delicious. It's comfort food in bowl for many Finns and uses just a handful of simple ingredients.

4 days ago2 min read

Norway's Must-Try Summer Salads

Norway's Must-Try Summer Salads

Norway's Must-Try Summer Salads

Summer in the Nordics is all about eating seasonally and making the most of what is at it's best. That means lots of delicious and fresh salads

7 days ago2 min read

Perennial Plants: A Game Changer for Your Edible Kitchen Garden

Perennial Plants: A Game Changer for Your Edible Kitchen Garden

Perennial Plants: A Game Changer for Your Edible Kitchen Garden

Perennial plants are a wonderful addition to an edible kitchen garden and make growing your own food tear after year fun and easy.

Jul 119 min read

Two Duvets: The Scandinavian Sleep Secret

Two Duvets: The Scandinavian Sleep Secret

Two Duvets: The Scandinavian Sleep Secret

There's a secret to good sleep and it's a Scandinavian thing!! Want to know what it is?

Jul 74 min read

Velkommen juli! Welcome July!

Velkommen juli! Welcome July!

Velkommen juli! Welcome July!

As I write this we are sweltering in heat that feels like something from the tropics. Although we do get warm summer days in Norway it's...

Jul 12 min read

Fennel & Ginger Herring (Fänkål och Ingerfarssill)

Fennel & Ginger Herring (Fänkål och Ingerfarssill)

Fennel & Ginger Herring (Fänkål och Ingerfarssill)

Pickled herring is about as Scandinavian as you can get, but sometimes it's nice to have make it a little more exciting and flavour packed. Fennel and ginger pickled herrings takes just a few minutes to make and is delicious and unusual

Jun 252 min read

What Makes Nordic Noir the Go-To Genre for Cosy Nights In?

What Makes Nordic Noir the Go-To Genre for Cosy Nights In?

What Makes Nordic Noir the Go-To Genre for Cosy Nights In?

In recent years, the genre known as Nordic Noir has taken the world by storm. This stark and moody world of crime dramas has captivated...

Jun 225 min read

The Nordic Tradition of Midsummer Bonfires

The Nordic Tradition of Midsummer Bonfires

The Nordic Tradition of Midsummer Bonfires

All throughout Scandinavia at midsummer you see bonfires burning. It's a strange time of year to light a fire and it's been done for millennia, but why?

Jun 162 min read

How to Throw a Nordic Midsummer Party

How to Throw a Nordic Midsummer Party

How to Throw a Nordic Midsummer Party

Midsummer in the Nordics is a magical time of year with long days and an abundance of flowers. It's also a time for special celebrations

Jun 134 min read

How to Make Chocolate Covered Spruce Tips

How to Make Chocolate Covered Spruce Tips

How to Make Chocolate Covered Spruce Tips

Spruce tips are delicious seasonal treat. A few years ago I was given a beautiful German cookery book. It was one I had coveted for a...

Jun 113 min read

Unlocking the Secrets to Embracing a Simple Nordic Lifestyle

Unlocking the Secrets to Embracing a Simple Nordic Lifestyle

Unlocking the Secrets to Embracing a Simple Nordic Lifestyle

In our fast-paced, modern world, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the clutter and chaos of daily life. The Nordic countries have long...

Jun 85 min read

Jonsokblom: The Red Campion Flower and Its Enigmatic Traditions in Nordic Cultures

Jonsokblom: The Red Campion Flower and Its Enigmatic Traditions in Nordic Cultures

Jonsokblom: The Red Campion Flower and Its Enigmatic Traditions in Nordic Cultures

Jonsokblom or red campion is a common flower in Norway. It holds lots of significance in Nordic cultures and especially at Midsummer

Jun 24 min read

Velkommen juni! Welcome June!

Velkommen juni! Welcome June!

Velkommen juni! Welcome June!

Welcome June in the Nordics, the first summer month and a month of joy, long days and beautiful traditions

Jun 12 min read

Swedish Pickled Herring with Beetroot & Horseradish

Swedish Pickled Herring with Beetroot & Horseradish

Swedish Pickled Herring with Beetroot & Horseradish

Bright, vibrant and incredibly Swedish, this recipe for pickled herring with beetroot and horseradish is simple and quick to make. It makes a perfect, healthy Swedish style lunch.

May 302 min read

Heavenly Swedish Strawberry Cake (Himmelsk Jordgubbstårta)

Heavenly Swedish Strawberry Cake (Himmelsk Jordgubbstårta)

Heavenly Swedish Strawberry Cake (Himmelsk Jordgubbstårta)

It's just not summer in Sweden without a taste of this heavenly cake. Light sponge is topped with fluffy cream and filled with sweet strawberries. A true taste of Swedish summer!

May 283 min read

What is Kristi Himmelfartsdag?

What is Kristi Himmelfartsdag?

What is Kristi Himmelfartsdag?

I don't usually like writing about religious and holy days but in Norway they are entrenched into normal day to day living. It's got...

May 252 min read

Why are Scandinavians so Happy?

Why are Scandinavians so Happy?

Why are Scandinavians so Happy?

Why are Scandinavians so happy? There are some key reasons why they are. Sone of the reasons are part of Scadinavian society, but many we can adopt in our lives right now.

May 166 min read

Spruce Tip Sugar (Granskudd Sukker), a Perfect Nordic Sprinkle

Spruce Tip Sugar (Granskudd Sukker), a Perfect Nordic Sprinkle

Spruce Tip Sugar (Granskudd Sukker), a Perfect Nordic Sprinkle

Spruce tip sugar is a delicious and unusual sweet sprinkle that you can make yourself from foraged pine shoots. It's easy and fun to make and adds a very Nordic twist to sweet dishes.

May 142 min read

What is slow living

What is slow living

What is slow living

Slow living is nothing new, although many people are only just realising how wonderful it is. It's a chance to make the most of our lives, reduce stress and enjoy moments of hygge in a fast paced and material focussed world.

May 113 min read

Escape Info Overload: Your Stress-Free Guide

Escape Info Overload: Your Stress-Free Guide

Escape Info Overload: Your Stress-Free Guide

I had quite the day a few weeks ago. I was working quietly doing some accounting and writing articles and I thought it would a...

May 55 min read

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