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 productive and peaceful day. But every few moments I was getting a text, a message, an email or a notification. Some of them were social media notifications, but many of them we reminders of appointments, emails with calendar requests (for the same appointments!) and newsletters from my kids' schools and message about various things. At first I tr

To do lists have power! They are great to keep us focussed and on track in a simple and gentle way

Løvetannsirup or dandelion syrup is a Scandinavian favourite.

You might not be familiar with the name Anne Marie Ødegård (or maybe you are!) but if you are a fan of Norwegian Porsgrund porcelain I can guarantee you have come across her beautiful artwork either on dinnerware or as simple artwork.

Hygge is the Danish concept of enjoying every day life. But how do we embrace that in our lives if we don't live in the Nordics? Let me show you how

Every country has it's special dish for celebratory days and as you know in the Nordics, a celebration is a perfect excuse to indulge a little bit. What I love about traditional Norwegian food is that it so often follows the seasons and makes the most of whatever is in season at that time. This is something that people have been doing for millennia and the traditional dishes have simply evolved and followed the patterns of the seasons. These days with easy access to exotic

The 14th April is a significant day on the Nordic runic calendar. It's the time to turn to the summer months and look forward to warm days

Marzipan is a favourite treat in Scandinavia and Easter is a time to indulge a little in a tradition that is a little surprising

It's a simple joy to find ourselves in the months leading up to summer. It comes so suddenly it feels in the Nordics. One moment we have snow and the next we have warm sun on our backs and the glittering sea with banks of wild flowers and all the wonderful summer food.

Fløtegratinerte poteter is a simple and delicious dish of cream, potatoes and garlic. It's really popular in the Nordics with good reason!

Giving one another space in the Nordics is a really important part of the culture. It shows respect and thought for others.

Sisu is the very essence of Finnishness. It conveys a resilience and bravery in the face of adversity that we can all benefit from

Traditional Finnish salmon soup is the ultimate fast food with melt in the mouth salmon, fresh vegetables and herbs in a creamy broth

Scandinavian culture is not only important to those living in Scandinavia, but also in te US. Here are six cities in the US where it thrive

March is the first spring month in the Nordics and one we eagerly anticipate. Long winter days begin to warm up and the snow melts

March is the first spring month in the Nordics and a time of joy, rebirth and growth

Kanelgifflar are mini Swedish cinnamon rolls that are perfect as a little treat for fika or to grab for a trip out.

Every language has it's own idioms and funny expressions, but Norwegian ones are some of the funniest. Can you guess what each one means?

Fastelavn is a joyful and fun celebration throughout the whole of Scandinavia. It's a time to embrace joy before the start of Lent

Simple, traditional and warming, Norwegian Jerusalem artichoke soup is quick and easy to make