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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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Lingonberries in Scandinavia: Nature’s Wild Treasure of the Nordic Forests
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.

Fiona McKinna
Oct 35 min read


NEW BOOK! Friluftsliv: How to love the outdoors like you're Nordic - Now Available 🌲❄️
After months of writing and reflection, my new book Friluftsliv is finally here! 🌿 Inspired by Nordic wisdom, it’s a guide to slowing down, reconnecting with nature, and finding calm in everyday life. I can’t wait to share this journey with you — order your copy today and bring a little Nordic balance into your world.

Fiona McKinna
Sep 232 min read


What I Hope You'll Feel When You Read "Friluftsliv: How to love the outdoors like you're Nordic"
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.

Fiona McKinna
Sep 203 min read


Puolukkapiirakka (Finnish Lingonberry Tart)
All throughout the Nordic forests, lingonberries cover the ground in the autumn. Finnish lingonberry tart showcases them in all their seasonal beauty. Perfect as a special dessert os simply to have with coffee for fika.

Fiona McKinna
Sep 192 min read


My Journey: Writing This Book
Friluftsliv: How to love the outdoors like you're Nordic has been a journey for me. It's been about slowing down, allowing nature into my life and sharing the ways you can welcome into your's. Join me for a few minutes as I share my journey with you

Fiona McKinna
Sep 162 min read


My Nordic Morning Routine (It Doesn't Include a 5AM Run!)
Join me, Fiona of Living a Nordic Life as I share my morning routine in my little corner of southern Norway.

Fiona McKinna
Sep 134 min read


Unveiling My Secret Project...
Friluftsliv: The Nordic Art of Loving the Outdoors is a new book release inviting you to slow down, reconnect with nature, and rediscover balance in everyday life. Rooted in Scandinavian tradition, it offers reflections, rituals, and gentle practices to help you embrace the seasons and find calm. Coming 23 September, this inspiring guide shows how even the smallest step outside can change everything.

Fiona McKinna
Sep 93 min read


The Rise of Digital Nomads in Scandinavia: Tech & Lifestyle Trends
Picture this: you’re sipping coffee in a sleek Copenhagen café, laptop open, surrounded not by students but by nomads juggling clients across time zones. Scandinavia has quietly cracked the code—blazing internet, eco-friendly cities, and a culture that says yes to balance. Whether it’s kayaking after work in Sweden or networking in Oslo’s co-working hubs, the Nordics make remote work feel less like a grind and more like a lifestyle upgrade

Fiona McKinna
Sep 64 min read


Simple Pleasures, Slow Days: The Nordic Art of Doing Less Outside
Discover the Nordic art of slowing down: savoring simple pleasures, embracing slow days, and finding calm in nature. From lingering walks under open skies to quiet moments with coffee by the sea, doing less outdoors becomes a way to restore balance. This mindful Nordic lifestyle teaches us that less is more, and that joy often hides in stillness, fresh air, and everyday rituals.

Fiona McKinna
Sep 53 min read


The Epic of the Edda: How Norse Mythology Shapes Modern Nordic Identity
From stormy seas to streaming screens, Norse myths refuse to fade. The Eddas still shape Nordic identity—whispering of resilience, trickery, and hope. These aren’t relics of the past; they’re stories that live, adapt, and bind us across time.

Fiona McKinna
Sep 33 min read


There's no Such Thing as Bad Weather: Why the Nordics go Outside Anyway
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

Fiona McKinna
Aug 304 min read


Friluftsliv: the Word that Changed How I Live
Friluftsliv means so much to Nordic people. It's something we should all have more of in our lives. It can balance our hectic world with calm, connection and peace.

Fiona McKinna
Aug 224 min read


Waldorf Salad (Waldorfsalat) with a Norwegian twist
Waldorfsalat (Waldorf salad) is a favourite in Norway. It has a slight variation on the classic Waldorf salad though that makes it uniquely Norwegian and even more delicious.

Fiona McKinna
Aug 81 min read


Swedish Flatbread Rolls with Smoked Salmon and Dill (Tunnbrödssnittar med Lax)
Smoked salmon, Swedish flatbread, dill and horseradish - the perfect combination of classic Swedish ingredients all together in a healthy and delicious dish that you will love.

Fiona McKinna
Jul 251 min read


Perennial Plants: A Game Changer for Your Edible Kitchen Garden
Perennial plants are a wonderful addition to an edible kitchen garden and make growing your own food tear after year fun and easy.

Fiona McKinna
Jul 119 min read


How to Throw a Nordic Midsummer Party
Midsummer in the Nordics is a magical time of year with long days and an abundance of flowers. It's also a time for special celebrations

Fiona McKinna
Jun 134 min read


Swedish Pickled Herring with Beetroot & Horseradish
Bright, vibrant and incredibly Swedish, this recipe for pickled herring with beetroot and horseradish is simple and quick to make. It makes a perfect, healthy Swedish style lunch.

Fiona McKinna
May 302 min read


Why are Scandinavians so Happy?
Why are Scandinavians so happy? There are some key reasons why they are. Sone of the reasons are part of Scadinavian society, but many we can adopt in our lives right now.

Fiona McKinna
May 166 min read


How to make life easier with menu planning
Deciding what to cook each day can be a boring job, but with a little simple planning and these tips you can make it fun and easy.

Fiona McKinna
May 24 min read


Essential Nordic Lifestyle Ideals Explained Quickly
Whay are people in the Nordics so happy? You can be like that too with some simple of these simple Nordic lifestyle ideals.

Fiona McKinna
Apr 185 min read
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