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.

What Does a Nordic Life Feel Like

Living a Nordic life is very personal, but it's nice to have a peek at how someone else lives. I welcome you how I live my Nordic life

Fiona McKinna

Jul 13, 20214 min read

10 Plants Beloved in Nordic Gardens

Are you looking for gardening inspiration with a Nordic theme? I have put together a list of the most popular plants seen in Nordic gardens

Fiona McKinna

Jul 6, 20213 min read

The Viking Axe, Still very much alive

I have always been surprised by how often Norwegians seem to use axes. Axes are not a particularly common tool in England and until I...

Fiona McKinna

Jun 29, 20212 min read

How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian

Sankthans is a high point of summer celebrations in Norway and something we all look forward to. I've shared a few ideas for you to join in

Fiona McKinna

Jun 21, 20213 min read

10 Signs You Might Be A Nordophile

Do you love all things Nordic? Then you are probably a Nordophile. I've made a fun list of things I can spot in Nordophiles

Fiona McKinna

May 25, 20213 min read

Räkmacka, Swedish Prawn Open Sandwich

Räkmacka or the Swedish prawn open sandwich is simplicity itself, but a celebration of Nordic summer ingredients

Fiona McKinna

May 23, 20212 min read

10 Nordic Habits That Can Do Us Good

The Nordic region is always being hailed as having the perfect lifestyle and with good reason. Here are 10 Nordic habits we can all love

Fiona McKinna

May 19, 20214 min read

Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume

Bunads (Norwegian national dress) are an important part of Norwegian cultural heritage and take a huge amount of skill to make.

Fiona McKinna

May 15, 20212 min read

How to Celebrate Syttende Mai Your Way

You don't have to be Norwegian to celebrate like one. I have some suggestions to inspire you create your own unique yearly celebration

Fiona McKinna

May 11, 20213 min read

Syttende Mai, Norway's Birthday

Syttende Mai, 17 May, is Norway's birthday. Here is how we will be celebrating in Norway and around the world.

Fiona McKinna

May 4, 20212 min read

10 Things I am Doing in May

May is the first warm month in Norway and a time to get outside and make the most of the weather. Here are 10 things I will be doing in May

Fiona McKinna

Apr 28, 20214 min read

How to Holiday Like a Norwegian

Many Norwegians will be spending 2021 holidaying in Norway. I have some tips to inspire you to holiday like a Norwegian

Fiona McKinna

Apr 21, 20213 min read

Påskekrim, The Norwegian Detective Fest

Påskekrim is not the cosy, hygge Nordic activity you'd expect at Easter, but something completely different...

Fiona McKinna

Mar 31, 20212 min read

Hyttelivet, More Than Just a Trip to the Cabin

Hyttelivet or the cabin life is an integral part of Nordic living and something that Norwegians cherish. See my tips for your own hytteliv

Fiona McKinna

Mar 23, 20213 min read

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.

Fiona McKinna

Mar 19, 20212 min read

Stavkirke, The Iconic Norwegian Stave Church

Norwegian stave churches are a mix of fairy tale and gothic novel. They are striking and menacing, but beautiful.

Fiona McKinna

Mar 16, 20213 min read

How to Greet Spring Like a Norwegian

Spring is a beautiful time of year in the Nordic countries and we are all eager to get outside and enjoy it. I have some tips to help you

Fiona McKinna

Mar 9, 20213 min read

For the love of wool!

The love of wool in Norway is seeing no signs of ever waning. Wol is warm, versatile and reliable and keeps you warm in the coldest climes

Fiona McKinna

Mar 2, 20212 min read

Allemannsrett, The Right to Roam

Allemannsrett is the Norwegian right to roam. It has a long history and everyone should enjoy the freedom of nature.

Fiona McKinna

Feb 23, 20212 min read

Friluftsliv, Your Life Outdoors

Friluftsliv is the word used in the Nordic countries to describe life outdoors. Being outside in nature is hugely important here.

Fiona McKinna

Feb 16, 20214 min read

Living a Nordic Life

What Does a Nordic Life Feel Like

10 Plants Beloved in Nordic Gardens

The Viking Axe, Still very much alive

How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian

10 Signs You Might Be A Nordophile

Räkmacka, Swedish Prawn Open Sandwich

10 Nordic Habits That Can Do Us Good

Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume

How to Celebrate Syttende Mai Your Way

Syttende Mai, Norway's Birthday

10 Things I am Doing in May

How to Holiday Like a Norwegian

Påskekrim, The Norwegian Detective Fest

Hyttelivet, More Than Just a Trip to the Cabin

Boller med Sjokoladebiter, The Perfect Weekend Trip Snack

Stavkirke, The Iconic Norwegian Stave Church

How to Greet Spring Like a Norwegian

For the love of wool!

Allemannsrett, The Right to Roam

Friluftsliv, Your Life Outdoors

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