Sørlandsbolle (chocolate covered vanilla cream bun)
Sørlandsboller are a speciality from southern Norway. A soft cardamom bun is filled with vanilla custard and topped with chocolate icing.
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Living a Nordic Life
Welcome to Living A Nordic Life, helping you live a Nordic Life, wherever you are.
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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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Fiona McKinna
- May 20
- 4 min
What is Norwegian brunost or brown cheese?
Brunost or brown cheese is a Norwegian icon, but it can be an unusual flavour when you first try it.
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Fiona McKinna
- Mar 1
- 4 min
Solskinnsboller (Sunshine buns) for Soloppgang on Svalvard
Every year as the sun appears over the horizon the residents of Svalbard celebrate in a unique way
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Fiona McKinna
- Dec 27, 2023
- 2 min
Havrekjeks, Norwegian Oat Cookies
Havrekjeks or Norwegian oat cookies are easy to make and very tasty. They are perfect with a slice of Norwegian brown cheese or some jam
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Fiona McKinna
- Sep 8, 2023
- 2 min
Simple Bread Roll Recipe
Bread is one of life's simple luxuries and no more so than homemade bread straight from the oven. Simple is best just like this recipe.
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Fiona McKinna
- Aug 11, 2023
- 2 min
The Norwegian Breakfast
What do you normally eat for breakfast? Maybe it's more Nordic than you realise. Would you like to see what we eat for breakfast in Norway?
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Fiona McKinna
- Mar 17, 2023
- 3 min
Loff, Traditional Norwegian White Loaf
The cosy luxury of freshly baked bread is really special. This Norwegian classic is simple, traditional and delicious.
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Fiona McKinna
- Jul 16, 2021
- 3 min
Andebubrød, a Traditional Vestfold Bread
Many regions in Norway boast their own special recipe for bread and this one is from my local town of Andebu in Vestfold.
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Fiona McKinna
- Jul 2, 2021
- 2 min
Knekkebrød (Crispbreads) with Herbs
Knekkebrød is a staple of the Scandinavian table and kitchen. It is eaten for breakfast, lunch and for evening "kveldsmat" (supper). If...
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Fiona McKinna
- Mar 19, 2021
- 2 min
Boller med Sjokoladebiter, The Perfect Weekend Trip Snack
Boller are a sweet cardamom bun that is seen all through Scandinavia. They are a favourite for snacks and trips.
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Fiona McKinna
- Jan 7, 2021
- 3 min
Lågen Valley Bread for Eldbjørgdagen
LÃ¥gen Valley bread is a hearty and rich loaf from the LÃ¥gen Valley in Vestfold, Norway. It's perfect for cold days. Here is the recipe
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Fiona McKinna
- Dec 4, 2020
- 3 min
Skolebrød, a favourite of Norwegian kids (and adults!)
Skolebrød is a sweet bread filled with vanilla custard and topped with icing and coconut. It's a favourite in Norway.
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Fiona McKinna
- Nov 20, 2020
- 2 min
Homemade Nordic Polarbrød
Polarbrød is a versatile, soft bread that is popular in the Nordic region. It's easy to make and my recipe will prove that
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Fiona McKinna
- Nov 6, 2020
- 2 min
Julekake, Norwegian Cinnamon Raisin Loaf
Julekake is a classic Norwegian Christmas cake fragrant with cinnamon and raisins. You can't enjoy a Nordic Christmas with trying my recipe
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