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.

Silppu, a very traditional comfort food from Finnskogen

Silppu or silpo is a traditional dish from Finnskogen in Norway. Bacon, potatoes, onion and milk are cooked together for best comfort food.

Fiona McKinna

Nov 27, 20242 min read

Braisert Pølse med Sider or Epler (Sausages Braised in Cider and Apples)

Make the most of autumn with this comforting dish of sausages, apples and cider, gently cooked until meltingly tender.

Fiona McKinna

Nov 15, 20242 min read

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

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

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

Louhisaaren Juoma (Finnish blackcurrant leaf drink)

This unusual sparkling Finnish drink use blackcurrant leaves for a delicious and refreshing flavour that is a reminder of summer days

Fiona McKinna

Aug 9, 20242 min read

Italiensk Salat, a taste of Norway

Despite it's name Italiensk salat does not come from Italy. It's a Norwegian classic that most people in Norway eat at least weekly.

Fiona McKinna

Jul 24, 20241 min read

What can I do with all these zucchini!!!!

Zucchini are not just for leaving on your neighbours' doorsteps in the night! I have 3 fab reasons why you should grow and eat them

Fiona McKinna

Jul 12, 20244 min read

Agurksalat (Norwegian cucumber salad)

Norwegian cucumber salad is a popular side dish in the summer. It's just a handful of ingredients that make the best of this delicious veg

Fiona McKinna

Jul 10, 20242 min read

Simple and delicious sorrel soup (Engsyre suppe)

Early in the spring and summer sorrel is at it's best. It's an ancient vegetable and we don't use much now, but it's delicious!

Fiona McKinna

May 15, 20243 min read

Piksrudkaker, butter cookies from Hedmark

These little know cookies from Hedmark in Norway have become a firm favourite of mine. They are light, crispy, delicate and buttery.

Fiona McKinna

May 3, 20242 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

Lapskaus, Norwegian beef and vegetable stew

Lapskaus is a firm favourite in Norway and a well loved comfort food. It's a dish that is simple but delicious and so easy to make

Fiona McKinna

Apr 12, 20243 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

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

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

Solskinnsboller (Sunshine buns) for Soloppgang on Svalvard

Every year as the sun appears over the horizon the residents of Svalbard celebrate in a unique way

Fiona McKinna

Mar 1, 20244 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

Sildesalat (Beetroot and Herring Salad)

Two classic Nordic ingredients combine in this simple salad to create a Norwegian favourite, sildesalat

Fiona McKinna

Feb 16, 20243 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

Living a Nordic Life

Silppu, a very traditional comfort food from Finnskogen

Braisert Pølse med Sider or Epler (Sausages Braised in Cider and Apples)

5 Recipes for Flavoured Butter to Elevate Every Meal

Eblemosz, a Danish recipe from 1616

Fiskegrateng (fish gratin), a nostalgic taste of Norway

Louhisaaren Juoma (Finnish blackcurrant leaf drink)

Italiensk Salat, a taste of Norway

What can I do with all these zucchini!!!!

Agurksalat (Norwegian cucumber salad)

Simple and delicious sorrel soup (Engsyre suppe)

Piksrudkaker, butter cookies from Hedmark

Ramsløk majones (wild garlic mayonaise)

Lapskaus, Norwegian beef and vegetable stew

The Norwegian Hotdog

Kladdkaka med apelsin (Swedish sticky chocolate cake with orange)

Denmarks sweet indulgence, Sarah Bernhardt cakes

Solskinnsboller (Sunshine buns) for Soloppgang on Svalvard

Småsuppe, a rustic soup from southern Norway

Sildesalat (Beetroot and Herring Salad)

No-Bake Bringebær & Sjokolade Ostekake (No-Bake Raspberry & Chocolate Cheesecake)

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