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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.
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A Journey Through Scandinavian Street Food
You don't always think of Scandinavia when you think of street food, but it's a BIG thing. Join me on a journey through Scandi streetfood
Fiona McKinna
Jul 20, 20224 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
Norway Travel Tips: 10 Things to Know
10 things the travel guides don't tell you about Norway and Norwegian culture.
Fiona McKinna
Jul 12, 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
7 Ways To Experience Scandinavia at Home
Bring a little piece of Scandinavia to your everyday.
Fiona McKinna
Jun 26, 20223 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
Gardening for Wildlife
Gardening for wildlife is great and benefits your garden in huge ways. It's fun for us as gardeners and can be done in the smallest space.
Fiona McKinna
May 3, 20225 min read
How to Enjoy Easter like a Norwegian
For many people in Norway Easter is fairly low key. It is a time for relaxing with family and friends, making the most of the new warmer...
Fiona McKinna
Apr 15, 20223 min read
Surmelkfromasj, A Traditional Norwegian Dessert
Surmelkfromasj is a traditional Norwegian recipe that uses just a handful of ingredients that are found so often in Nordic cooking.
Fiona McKinna
Feb 11, 20223 min read
Den Utedo
Den utedo is a mysterious word for those of us new in Norway, but it's a well loved and essential building that is easily recognisable
Fiona McKinna
Feb 8, 20223 min read
Janteloven, The Unwritten Scandinavian Law
Janteloven (Jante's Law) is an unwritten set of "rules" that have been influencing and guiding some Nordic values for decades
Fiona McKinna
Feb 1, 20225 min read
Prinsesstårta, the Swedish Showstopper
Prinsesstårta is a fabulous showstopping cake from Sweden that is deceptively easy to make and will always impress your guests.
Fiona McKinna
Jan 28, 20224 min read
A Deep Appreciation of Craftsmanship
In Scandinavia there's a deep appreciation of quality workmanship, but it's not the only place. We can help keep these precious skills alive
Fiona McKinna
Dec 20, 20213 min read
Sirupsnipper, an old regional recipe for a Christmas favourite
Sirupsnipper are a crisp spiced cookie that is almost always on the Norwegian Christmas "kakebord". This is an old recipe from Telemark.
Fiona McKinna
Dec 10, 20213 min read
Medisterkaker (Norwegian Pork Meatballs) from Telemark
Medisterkaker are soft juicy pork meatballs that are a favourite in Norway at Christmas. This recipe is from Telemark and is easy and quick
Fiona McKinna
Dec 8, 20213 min read
How To Have a Nordic Christmas
Christmas in Scandinavia is magical with snow, beautiful decor and delicious. Here is how you can welcome that into your holiday time too.
Fiona McKinna
Dec 1, 20215 min read
Vintage Book Christmas Cracker Tutorial
Christmas crackers are fun, but this unique and creative table gift idea will delight and enchant your guests.
Fiona McKinna
Nov 28, 20213 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
Grøt, Nordic Hygge in a Bowl
Scandinavia has a longstanding love of grøt (porridge). Many of the recipes are very old and have sustained nations through tough times.
Fiona McKinna
Oct 23, 20213 min read
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