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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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How to decorate for a Syttende Mai celebration
The best Norwegian decor comes out for Norway's national day on 17 May, but it's also a chance to make our space look great for the summer
Fiona McKinna
May 12, 20247 min read
Norwegian National Pride
Norwegian national pride is at it's most obvious in May the month of Norway's national day.
Fiona McKinna
May 6, 20243 min read
Sharing our lives with animals keeps us grounded
Sharing our lives with animals has some surprising health benefits that make it worthwhile in more ways than just companionship
Fiona McKinna
Apr 28, 20244 min read
Ramsløk majones (wild garlic mayonaise)
Ramsløk or wild garlic is in season in April and it's a ingredient in Norway. My simple recipe make the most of this delicious ingredient
Fiona McKinna
Apr 24, 20242 min read
What is a bålpanne?
What is a bålpanne? You'll see these tripod grills all over the place in Norway and people will happily use them in public spaces
Fiona McKinna
Apr 15, 20244 min read
Simple ways I save money and make life easier
Simple ways I save money everyday and make my life easier. They are all easy to implement and you can start today
Fiona McKinna
Apr 14, 20246 min read
The Norwegian Hotdog
Hotdogs are unexpectedly popular in Norway and are topped with an exciting array of unusual toppings. Which one would you choose?
Fiona McKinna
Apr 10, 20244 min read
Ja vi elsker camping (yes, we love camping)
Camping is an incredibly popular activity in the Nordics in the summer and it has so many things going for it. Let me inspire you to try it
Fiona McKinna
Apr 1, 20244 min read
Velkommen april, Welcome April
The days are getting longer in the Nordic and it's time to think about how to make the most of the warmer weather to come.
Fiona McKinna
Apr 1, 20243 min read
Kladdkaka med apelsin (Swedish sticky chocolate cake with orange)
Kladdkaka is a Swedish favourite. It's a deliciously gooey rich chocolate cake that is really easy to make but won't last long!
Fiona McKinna
Mar 27, 20243 min read
Why not use a pretty basket
Baskets are not only practical to use, but are pretty. They bring some nostalgia and romance to our lives. So why not use one?
Fiona McKinna
Mar 24, 20245 min read
Nordic Easter traditions you may not have heard of
Easter is a time for slowing down a little in the Nordics and enjoying the arrival of spring with some more unusual traditions and habits
Fiona McKinna
Mar 18, 20244 min read
Denmarks sweet indulgence, Sarah Bernhardt cakes
These decadent Danish treats have a really interesting history. Layers of macaron, and chocolate truffle are covered in dark chocolate
Fiona McKinna
Mar 13, 20243 min read
The Norwegian love of cross-country skiing
Everyone knows that Norwegians love to ski and they seem to be born to it. There are some things about it that might surprise you
Fiona McKinna
Mar 10, 20244 min read
Fredagskos, Friday cosiness Nordic style
Fredagskos is the unique Nordic way of celebrating the end of the week. It's simple, intentional and cosy and it's an easy habit to embrace
Fiona McKinna
Mar 4, 20244 min read
Velkommen mars
Velkommen mars! Welcome March and the first spring month. There is lots to look forward to in the Nordics this month as we embrace spring
Fiona McKinna
Mar 1, 20243 min read
Småsuppe, a rustic soup from southern Norway
Småsuppe is a rustic and hearty soup from southern Norway. It's incredibly easy to make and is perfect for those cold evenings.
Fiona McKinna
Feb 28, 20243 min read
New skills to learn for a creative year
Learning new skills gives us a wonderful feeling of achievement and fulfillment and even better if they are useful and traditional crafts
Fiona McKinna
Feb 25, 20244 min read
Ut på tur, Getting Outside on Sundays
Getting outside once a week is a wonderful Nordic habit to adopt and you will be in good company - most of Norway is "ut på tur" too
Fiona McKinna
Feb 19, 20244 min read
No-Bake Bringebær & Sjokolade Ostekake (No-Bake Raspberry & Chocolate Cheesecake)
Cheeescake is one of Norway's most popular celebration desserts. This no-bake recipe is creamy and delicious and just a little decadent
Fiona McKinna
Feb 14, 20243 min read
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