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.

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

Tomatsuppe med egg og makaroni (tomato soup with macaroni and egg)

This simple and delicious toma soup has an unusual addition that Norwegians find familiar and I know you will love.

Fiona McKinna

Jan 19, 20242 min read

Furulysalat (Norwegian Winter Salad)

This unusual Norwegian salad is really popular in the winter ad gives us a wonderful hit of freshness and vitamins

Fiona McKinna

Nov 29, 20232 min read

Potetsuppe fra Telemark (Telemark Potato Soup)

Soup is the food of autumn and what could be more delicious that a hearty of bowl of silky, creamy potato and leek soup from Telemark

Fiona McKinna

Oct 4, 20232 min read

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

Fiona McKinna

Sep 29, 20233 min read

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

Fiona McKinna

Sep 14, 20223 min read

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.

Fiona McKinna

Aug 26, 20222 min read

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.

Fiona McKinna

Aug 10, 20222 min read

Potetsalat (Norwegian Potato Salad)

Are you ready for a super-simple summer dish? Potetsalat (potato salad) is a classic on every Norwegian summer table.

Fiona McKinna

Jul 14, 20223 min read

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

Fiona McKinna

Jul 2, 20224 min read

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

Fiona McKinna

May 31, 20224 min read

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.

Fiona McKinna

Nov 4, 20213 min read

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

Fiona McKinna

Oct 26, 20215 min read

Britemesse or Kåldagen & a Traditional Recipe

Britemesse is the day on the ancient primstav to commemorate St Birgitte. But it is also a known as Kåldagen (Cabbage Day) for good reason

Fiona McKinna

Oct 7, 20213 min read

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

Fiona McKinna

Aug 27, 20212 min read

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.

Fiona McKinna

May 5, 20212 min read

Living a Nordic Life

Småsuppe, a rustic soup from southern Norway

Sildesalat (Beetroot and Herring Salad)

Tomatsuppe med egg og makaroni (tomato soup with macaroni and egg)

Furulysalat (Norwegian Winter Salad)

Potetsuppe fra Telemark (Telemark Potato Soup)

Mustikkapiirakka (Finnish Blueberry Tart)

Bløtkake med Tyttebær og Honning (Cream Cake with Lingonberries & Honey)

Sommersuppe fra Vestfold (Vestfold Summer Soup)

Rødbetesalat (Norwegian Beetroot Salad)

Potetsalat (Norwegian Potato Salad)

Elderflowers The Swedish Way

Spruce Tips, Nature's Cold Remedy

Norwegian Oysters Three Ways

Sopptur and a Nordic Inspired Mushroom Recipe

Britemesse or Kåldagen & a Traditional Recipe

Blueberry Muffins with Wood Sorrel Streusel

Creamy Nettle & Ham Soup

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