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.

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

Simple Bread Roll Recipe

Bread is one of life's simple luxuries and no more so than homemade bread straight from the oven. Simple is best just like this recipe.

Fiona McKinna

Sep 8, 20232 min read

Apricot Frangipane Tart, A Simple Luxury for the Weekend

Apricot frangipane tart is a delicious sweet tart with a crisp pastry case, almondy filling and soft, glazed apricots. Simple luxury!

Fiona McKinna

Apr 15, 20233 min read

Kvikklunsjkake med Appelsin (Kvikklunsj Cake with Orange)

Kvikklunsj bars, chocolate and orange! The perfect Norwegian combo, that shouts the outdoors, hikes, Easter and some classic Nordic treats

Fiona McKinna

Apr 6, 20233 min read

Loff, Traditional Norwegian White Loaf

The cosy luxury of freshly baked bread is really special. This Norwegian classic is simple, traditional and delicious.

Fiona McKinna

Mar 17, 20233 min read

Norwegian Hot Chocolate Recipe from 1875

Let me introduce you to the most delicious, decadent cup of Norwegian hot chocolate you are ever going to find

Fiona McKinna

Nov 22, 20222 min read

Key Equipment in the Nordic Kitchen

If you are preparing yourself for some rewarding Nordic baking you will love my list of key items for the Nordic cook and kitchen

Fiona McKinna

Nov 15, 20225 min read

Bollefrikassé (Meatball Fricassée)

Bollefrikasse is a traditional and comforting autumn dish in Norway and one that is easy to make with seasonal autumn produce.

Fiona McKinna

Nov 11, 20223 min read

5 Ingredient Pumpkin Lemon Curd

Once Halloween is over, you don't need to throw your pumpkin out. This 5 ingredient recipe will make a star out of your pumpkin again.

Fiona McKinna

Nov 1, 20223 min read

My Secret Apple Cake Recipe

Autumn is apple season and time to fill the kitchen with the warm smells of baking cakes and cinnamon for Norwegian Epledagen (apple day).

Fiona McKinna

Sep 23, 20223 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

Mellommatkake, The Cake for Between Meals

You can never have too many cake recipes, right?!! Mellommatkake is an easy, light cake that is perfect for fill the gap between meals.

Fiona McKinna

Sep 2, 20222 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

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

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

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

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

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

Living a Nordic Life

Mustikkapiirakka (Finnish Blueberry Tart)

Simple Bread Roll Recipe

Apricot Frangipane Tart, A Simple Luxury for the Weekend

Kvikklunsjkake med Appelsin (Kvikklunsj Cake with Orange)

Loff, Traditional Norwegian White Loaf

Norwegian Hot Chocolate Recipe from 1875

Key Equipment in the Nordic Kitchen

Bollefrikassé (Meatball Fricassée)

5 Ingredient Pumpkin Lemon Curd

My Secret Apple Cake Recipe

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

Mellommatkake, The Cake for Between Meals

Sommersuppe fra Vestfold (Vestfold Summer Soup)

Potetsalat (Norwegian Potato Salad)

Elderflowers The Swedish Way

Surmelkfromasj, A Traditional Norwegian Dessert

Prinsesstårta, the Swedish Showstopper

Sirupsnipper, an old regional recipe for a Christmas favourite

Medisterkaker (Norwegian Pork Meatballs) from Telemark

Norwegian Oysters Three Ways

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