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.

Andebubrød, a Traditional Vestfold Bread

Many regions in Norway boast their own special recipe for bread and this one is from my local town of Andebu in Vestfold.

Fiona McKinna

Jul 16, 20213 min read

What Does a Nordic Life Feel Like

Living a Nordic life is very personal, but it's nice to have a peek at how someone else lives. I welcome you how I live my Nordic life

Fiona McKinna

Jul 13, 20214 min read

10 Plants Beloved in Nordic Gardens

Are you looking for gardening inspiration with a Nordic theme? I have put together a list of the most popular plants seen in Nordic gardens

Fiona McKinna

Jul 6, 20213 min read

Knekkebrød (Crispbreads) with Herbs

Knekkebrød is a staple of the Scandinavian table and kitchen. It is eaten for breakfast, lunch and for evening "kveldsmat" (supper). If...

Fiona McKinna

Jul 2, 20212 min read

The Viking Axe, Still very much alive

I have always been surprised by how often Norwegians seem to use axes. Axes are not a particularly common tool in England and until I...

Fiona McKinna

Jun 29, 20212 min read

How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian

Sankthans is a high point of summer celebrations in Norway and something we all look forward to. I've shared a few ideas for you to join in

Fiona McKinna

Jun 21, 20213 min read

Things I am Doing in June

Last month I started a new series of posts that were a bit more personal for me. Every month I'll be telling you about some of the...

Fiona McKinna

Jun 1, 20213 min read

Jordbærterte, Strawberry Tart

Jordbærterte (strawberry tart) is a marriage of a French classic and a favourite Nordic ingredient.

Fiona McKinna

May 28, 20214 min read

10 Signs You Might Be A Nordophile

Do you love all things Nordic? Then you are probably a Nordophile. I've made a fun list of things I can spot in Nordophiles

Fiona McKinna

May 25, 20213 min read

Räkmacka, Swedish Prawn Open Sandwich

Räkmacka or the Swedish prawn open sandwich is simplicity itself, but a celebration of Nordic summer ingredients

Fiona McKinna

May 23, 20212 min read

10 Nordic Habits That Can Do Us Good

The Nordic region is always being hailed as having the perfect lifestyle and with good reason. Here are 10 Nordic habits we can all love

Fiona McKinna

May 19, 20214 min read

Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume

Bunads (Norwegian national dress) are an important part of Norwegian cultural heritage and take a huge amount of skill to make.

Fiona McKinna

May 15, 20212 min read

How to Celebrate Syttende Mai Your Way

You don't have to be Norwegian to celebrate like one. I have some suggestions to inspire you create your own unique yearly celebration

Fiona McKinna

May 11, 20213 min read

Kvæfjordkake, The World's Best Cake

Kvæfjordkake is often described in Norway as "Verdens Beste" the worlds best cake. This is the original recipe from the 1930s.

Fiona McKinna

May 7, 20214 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

Syttende Mai, Norway's Birthday

Syttende Mai, 17 May, is Norway's birthday. Here is how we will be celebrating in Norway and around the world.

Fiona McKinna

May 4, 20212 min read

Gauksmesse and a Meal of Nordic Simplicity

Gauksmesse is a day that is celebrated on 1 May in Norway and is still a public holiday even now. The celebration dates back to pagan times

Fiona McKinna

May 1, 20212 min read

10 Things I am Doing in May

May is the first warm month in Norway and a time to get outside and make the most of the weather. Here are 10 things I will be doing in May

Fiona McKinna

Apr 28, 20214 min read

Fyrstekake, A Recipe From The 1850s

Fyrstekake, or prince's cake is a classic almond tart that is seen on most celebration tables in Norway.

Fiona McKinna

Apr 23, 20213 min read

How to Holiday Like a Norwegian

Many Norwegians will be spending 2021 holidaying in Norway. I have some tips to inspire you to holiday like a Norwegian

Fiona McKinna

Apr 21, 20213 min read

Living a Nordic Life

Andebubrød, a Traditional Vestfold Bread

What Does a Nordic Life Feel Like

10 Plants Beloved in Nordic Gardens

Knekkebrød (Crispbreads) with Herbs

The Viking Axe, Still very much alive

How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian

Things I am Doing in June

Jordbærterte, Strawberry Tart

10 Signs You Might Be A Nordophile

Räkmacka, Swedish Prawn Open Sandwich

10 Nordic Habits That Can Do Us Good

Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume

How to Celebrate Syttende Mai Your Way

Kvæfjordkake, The World's Best Cake

Creamy Nettle & Ham Soup

Syttende Mai, Norway's Birthday

Gauksmesse and a Meal of Nordic Simplicity

10 Things I am Doing in May

Fyrstekake, A Recipe From The 1850s

How to Holiday Like a Norwegian

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