Romjul is the relaxing and slow time after Christmas, but before New Year. In the Nordics it's marked in a special way

The Icelandic legend of the yule cat is not the cosy Christmas fireside tale you might hope for. It's a piece of scary Nordic noir

I know that as soon as I mention Christmas in the Nordics it conjures up a picture of snow-covered wooden houses, long evenings, crisp days and the smell of candles, gingerbread and gløgg in the winter air. In fact something very much like a fairytale Christmas market, that goes on for a month and ends in a magical Christmas celebration that will linger on in the memory for years to come. And would you believe me if I told you that much of a Norwegian Christmas is exactly th

A Nordic Christmas is not complete without a delicious warming cup of gløgg or mulled wine. It's so easy to make ourselves.

I've noticed a move in recent years from the shiny plastic, glittery Christmas decorations to the more natural, simple, Nordic style. It's a style of decorating that is so typically of Scandinavia, known for its charm, simplicity, and warmth. This approach combines minimalism with cosy elements, offering a refreshing break from traditional holiday decorations and a reminder to keep things simple. Most Nordic homes have fairly natural decor in very muted colours Yes, admit

Lagom, how to have not too little, but not too much. The Swedes seem to do it effortlessly, and so can you wherver you are in the world

Welcome to the cosiest of cosy months in the Nordics. December is all about Christmas, snow and cosiness.

Linen table ware is a beautiful simple luxury that we can enjoy everyday and can elevate our daily dining to something special

The beautiful art of rosemaling is so typically Norwegian. This unique style of painting on wood has a rich and exciting history

Stockholm, Sweden's shimmering capital, is more than just beautiful views and rich history. It hides fascinating facts that many tourists don’t know. If you are visiting for the first time or have been before, these ten unusual facts will deepen your appreciation of this remarkable city.

As winter approaches it's time to think about embracing hygge and making our lives more cosy.

In this pressured and busy world, simple living is becoming ever more appealing. How do we start to live a simpler life? Let me show you

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

Melkerampe are inconspicuous little buildings that often grace farms entrances, but they hold a great deal of importance in farming history

We have all heard of fika, but what exactly is it, and how can we bring this beloved Swedish tradition into our own lives

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

Lutefisk is a typically Nordic food, but can be a great divider. In Norway you either love it or hate it. But what is it??

Welcome to the heart of autumn in the Nordics!

This delicious and historic recipe is a wonderful celebration of autumn's favourite fruit, the apple

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. It forces us to curate a life online but not in a relaxed natural kind of way. It's about what you show to the world on social media and how we change our behaviour accordingly. It's the glossy stuff with carefully edited photos and making sure that only show the glamours things, compared to how your life really is and probably more impor