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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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Velkommen november! Welcome November!
Welcome November, the first winter month in the northern hemisphere.
Here's a round up of the simple pleasures we enjoy in Norway this month
Fiona McKinna
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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5 Recipes for Flavoured Butter to Elevate Every Meal
Flavoured butters are a wonderful, easy way to elevate a simple meal into something special. We can make them ahead and freeze them too.
Fiona McKinna
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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Norwegian Melkerampe; a Nostalgic Piece of Social History
Melkerampe are inconspicuous little buildings that often grace farms entrances, but they hold a great deal of importance in farming history
Fiona McKinna
Oct 27, 20243 min read
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The Cosy Beauty of Swedish Fika
We have all heard of fika, but what exactly is it, and how can we bring this beloved Swedish tradition into our own lives
Fiona McKinna
Oct 21, 20243 min read
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4-Korn Brød (Norwegian 4 Grain Seed Bread)
No Nordic table is complete with a hearty and wholesome loaf of bread. Perfect for Nordic open faced sandwiches!
Fiona McKinna
Oct 16, 20242 min read
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How to Infuse Your Life with Unbeatable Nordic Energy
The Nordics is place filled with gentle and powerful energy and positivity. We can bring that into our lives wherever we are in the world
Fiona McKinna
Oct 13, 20243 min read
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Why you should have friends of all ages
Friendships between different age group and different generations can bring special gifts to our lives that last with us forever.
Fiona McKinna
Oct 7, 20243 min read
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Velkommen oktober, Welcome October!
Welcome to the heart of autumn in the Nordics!
Fiona McKinna
Oct 1, 20243 min read
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Eblemosz, a Danish recipe from 1616
This delicious and historic recipe is a wonderful celebration of autumn's favourite fruit, the apple
Fiona McKinna
Sep 25, 20242 min read
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Do you ever feel like you're being watched?
Have you heard of social cooling? It's all about that horrible feeling that you are being watched when you are on social media or online....
Fiona McKinna
Sep 22, 20244 min read
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Why do Norwegians celebrate food with special days?
In Norway it seems like each food has its own day of celebration from apples to fårikål. It's a simple way to enjoy seasonal produce.
Fiona McKinna
Sep 16, 20243 min read
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Easy chocolate mousse
This easy chocolate mousse can turn a simple midweek meal into something special
Fiona McKinna
Sep 11, 20242 min read
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Is Procrastination Actually a Good Thing or Just a Time Waster?
Is procrastination one of life's terrible enemies, or can it actually be beneficial to our health?
Fiona McKinna
Sep 8, 20243 min read
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10 Revolutionary Norwegian Inventions That Changed the World
Norway has more to offer the world than vikings, lutefisk and brown cheese. Here are some of the most amazing Norwegian inventions
Fiona McKinna
Sep 2, 20243 min read
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Velkommen september, Welcome September
Velkommen høst, welcome autumn! September is really the first official autumn month in the Nordics. For a few weeks, the weather has...
Fiona McKinna
Sep 1, 20243 min read
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Fiskegrateng (fish gratin), a nostalgic taste of Norway
Fiskegrateng is a true taste of Norwegian nostalgia. It's remembered fondly by many as a taste of their childhood.
Fiona McKinna
Aug 28, 20242 min read
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How Norway Has Quietly Become the World Leader in Electric Cars
Norway is the world leader in electric cars with more per capita than an other nation. But why are they so popular?
Fiona McKinna
Aug 25, 20243 min read
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Ever Tried a Triathlon in Norway? Get Ready for a Wild Ride!
Norwegian triathlons are considered the most challenging in the world. Taking place in amazing scenery and with tough courses.
Fiona McKinna
Aug 19, 20243 min read
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Blåbærsuppe (blueberry soup)
A simple and very traditionally Nordic way of serving berries. After a day in the forest blåbærsuppe is the perfect snack
Fiona McKinna
Aug 14, 20242 min read
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A Story of Friendship and Enduring Love
A story of love, sisterhood and lifelong friendship between the most unexpected of creatures.
Fiona McKinna
Aug 11, 20245 min read
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