Discover Nordic winter rituals to slow down and recharge this January. From mindful mornings and cozy hygge spaces to forest walks, seasonal cooking, and calming candlelight, these simple habits help you embrace intentional living, reduce stress, and find warmth during the long, dark Nordic nights. Learn how to bring the peaceful, restorative rhythms of Nordic winters into your everyday life.

Pytt i panna is the kind of meal that feels like home — humble, warming and quietly generous. Born from leftovers and simple habits, this Swedish hash of crisp potatoes, soft onions and savoury meat turns an ordinary pan into something deeply comforting. In this recipe, pytt i panna becomes a small ritual: listening to the sizzle, waiting for golden edges, finishing with a fried egg or pickled beetroot. It’s food for unhurried evenings when you want something honest, nourishi

Start the new year with Nordic-style sustainability by embracing minimalism, mindful consumption, and slow living. Discover practical tips for eco-friendly home practices, seasonal routines, sustainable travel, and intentional goal-setting. Learn how simple, thoughtful habits inspired by Scandinavian culture can reduce waste, support the environment, and bring balance and purpose to your daily life.

There’s a certain beauty to winter if we let it arrive at its own pace. Nordic hygge encourages us to soften the edges of January—filling our homes with candlelight, warmth, and simple rituals that bring comfort. Whether it’s a quiet evening with a book, a shared pot of tea, or a moment of mindful stillness, hygge reminds us that contentment often lives in the smallest, most ordinary moments.

Let's start the new year with some Nordic positivity and look forward to the beauty that January has to offer us. It's also a great time to plan ahead a little with gardening and take some moments to cook cosy comfort food.

Join me for a little journey through my tiny Norwegian village and discover the special things we enjoy at Christmas

December in Norway is a time of traditions and beauty. The winter might be with us, but we have so much to enjoy.

Finding a new and stylish winter coat that will cope with the demands of a Nordic winter is no mean feat, but we have done it! These coats from Lighthouse Clothing are our new favourite winter outerwear. We love them and I know you will too

Winter in the Nordics invites awe, crisp air, and early evenings. Preparing for outdoor adventures means layering wisely, choosing warm, waterproof footwear, and packing essential accessories like gloves, hats, and a headlamp. Snacks, hot drinks, and safety gear keep you energized and secure. With thoughtful preparation and a friluftsliv mindset, November adventures become magical moments of quiet, Nordic winter wonder.

Self care isn't just about bubble baths, beauty treatments, hot chocolate and fluffy blankets. It's about a long lasting, grownup commitment to our mental and physical wellbeing.

The simplest pleasures are often the best and autumn is a time to make the most of some activities that are simple or free (or both!)

Folklore is part of life in the Nordics. Trolls, huldra and other spirits live among us humans and shape the way we see the world. Maybe it's a little bit of fantasy, but it brings magic to each and every day.

Discover the magic of lingonberries in Scandinavia’s forests. These tart red berries thrive under pine and birch trees, ripening in late summer when foragers gather them for jams, juices, and traditional Nordic dishes. Packed with antioxidants and rich cultural history, lingonberries are more than a superfood—they’re a taste of the Nordic wilderness.

Friluftsliv is my love letter to the Nordic way of reconnecting with nature. In its pages, I hope you’ll find peace, joy, and a reminder that the outdoors is always waiting—whether it’s a forest walk, the scent of rain, or simply sitting with your feet in the grass. This book is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover the simple beauty of living close to nature.

Join me, Fiona of Living a Nordic Life as I share my morning routine in my little corner of southern Norway.

Delicious dishes don't need to be fancy. This Swedish classic is a simple dish of potatoes and dill and will thestar of any meal.

Autumn in Norway is a season of contrasts—golden sunny days or rainy, misty hikes through lush green forests. Norwegians embrace it all with the concept of friluftsliv and the right outdoor clothing. Discover how to enjoy rainy days, dress like a local, and find beauty in every kind of weather

Autumn arrives early in Norway in a gentle and quiet way. It's a chance to make the most of the last of warm weather before the start of winter.

Discover the magic of järvenranta, the Finnish word for lakeside living. In Finland, with its 180,000 lakes, järvenranta is more than a shoreline—it’s a way of life. Picture cozy lake cabins, traditional Finnish saunas by the water, morning swims under the midnight sun, and peaceful evenings surrounded by pine forests.

August to me is a time of long summer holidays with the autumn far off on the horizon, but here in Norway August is the month when schools restarts and the autumn markets begin. The fields begin to turn golden and the leaves are turning from dark green to red and orange.