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.

Learning to Love Winter (or at least not to hate it!)

Why I needed to learn to love winter even though at times I just wanted to hibernate.

Fiona McKinna

Dec 29, 20223 min read

10 Myths About Nordic Living

Nordic living and hygge are often confused, and there are many things said about Nordic living. I'm here to dispel those myths

Fiona McKinna

Dec 26, 20224 min read

The Julebukk (The Christmas Goat)

The julebukk or Christmas goat is a strange creature you will see around in Scandinavia in December....

Fiona McKinna

Dec 5, 20222 min read

The Hot Chocolate That Upset So Many People

Who would have thought that a hot chocolate recipe could upset people and cause such divisiveness. Well, let me tell you about it...

Fiona McKinna

Nov 25, 20223 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

Our Scandinavian Chicken Coop Reveal

Our bespoke Norwegian chicken coop reveal from start to finish. From our initial concept, design and build to the finished coop.

Fiona McKinna

Nov 7, 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

Norwegian Knitting Culture: Alive and Thriving

Knitting and the Nordics are two things that go together. Did you know there is a rich history of knitting culture here?

Fiona McKinna

Sep 16, 20226 min read

Shopping in a Norwegian Supermarket

Supermarkets in other countries are always exciting. Would you like to join me on a virtual shopping trip to a Norwegian supermarket?

Fiona McKinna

Aug 5, 20225 min read

Edvard Munch, A Less Tortured Side to the Artist

Edvard Munch is one of Norway's most celebrated artists for his striking and memorable art. There is much more to him than the Scream

Fiona McKinna

Jul 26, 20225 min read

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

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

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

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

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

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

Living a Nordic Life

Learning to Love Winter (or at least not to hate it!)

10 Myths About Nordic Living

The Julebukk (The Christmas Goat)

The Hot Chocolate That Upset So Many People

Key Equipment in the Nordic Kitchen

Our Scandinavian Chicken Coop Reveal

5 Ingredient Pumpkin Lemon Curd

Norwegian Knitting Culture: Alive and Thriving

Shopping in a Norwegian Supermarket

Edvard Munch, A Less Tortured Side to the Artist

A Journey Through Scandinavian Street Food

Norway Travel Tips: 10 Things to Know

Gardening for Wildlife

How to Enjoy Easter like a Norwegian

Den Utedo

Janteloven, The Unwritten Scandinavian Law

A Deep Appreciation of Craftsmanship

How To Have a Nordic Christmas

Vintage Book Christmas Cracker Tutorial

Norwegian Oysters Three Ways

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