Mustikkapiirakka (Finnish Blueberry Tart)
Blueberries are one of the most beloved foods in the autumn in the Nordics and this Finnish blueberry tart is rich, creamy and delicious
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Living a Nordic Life
Welcome to Living A Nordic Life, helping you live a Nordic Life, wherever you are.
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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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Fiona McKinna
- Sep 14, 2022
- 3 min
Bløtkake med Tyttebær og Honning (Cream Cake with Lingonberries & Honey)
Lingonberries and honey are a treasure of early autumn in Scandinavia and this cake combines a Norwegian favourite and these seasonal treats
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Fiona McKinna
- Aug 26, 2022
- 2 min
Sommersuppe fra Vestfold (Vestfold Summer Soup)
Is it soup season yet?! This traditional Norwegian light, summer soup is perfect for late summer as we move into autumn and soup season.
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Fiona McKinna
- Aug 10, 2022
- 2 min
Rødbetesalat (Norwegian Beetroot Salad)
Rødbetesalat or Norwegian beetroot salad is a fresh, unusual salad that makes the most of the late summer harvest of beets.
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Fiona McKinna
- Jul 14, 2022
- 3 min
Potetsalat (Norwegian Potato Salad)
Are you ready for a super-simple summer dish? Potetsalat (potato salad) is a classic on every Norwegian summer table.
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Fiona McKinna
- Jul 2, 2022
- 4 min
Elderflowers The Swedish Way
Elderflowers are a summer treat for the forager. Elderflower fritter and elderflower cordial are Swedish classics that I know you will love
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Fiona McKinna
- May 31, 2022
- 4 min
Spruce Tips, Nature's Cold Remedy
Spruce tips are a wonderful seasonal treat and I have a great way to preserve them to enjoy and make the most of in the winter months
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Fiona McKinna
- Nov 4, 2021
- 3 min
Norwegian Oysters Three Ways
Shellfish is at it's best in the autumn and the simple luxury of oysters is something to really relish especially with my Nordic touch.
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Fiona McKinna
- Oct 26, 2021
- 4 min
Sopptur and a Nordic Inspired Mushroom Recipe
Sopptur is a word you might hear in Norway in the autumn. It's the word for a mushroom hunt and I have a wonderful recipe to share with you
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Fiona McKinna
- Oct 7, 2021
- 3 min
Britemesse or KÃ¥ldagen & a Traditional Recipe
Britemesse is the day on the ancient primstav to commemorate St Birgitte. But it is also a known as KÃ¥ldagen (Cabbage Day) for good reason
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Fiona McKinna
- Aug 27, 2021
- 2 min
Blueberry Muffins with Wood Sorrel Streusel
Blueberry season means lots of berries and lots of ways to enjoy them. This recipe combines blueberries and the freshness of wood sorrel
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Fiona McKinna
- May 5, 2021
- 2 min
Creamy Nettle & Ham Soup
Nettles have been used in cooking for hundreds of years. My creamy nettle and ham soup is luxurious and warming with a rich green colour.
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