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.

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

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

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

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

10 Norwegian Finds to Carry Home

Let's daydream for a moment about travelling once again. This fun post is about the things I'd bring home from Norway if I was a visitor

Fiona McKinna

Oct 12, 20214 min read

10 Reasons to Enjoy Friluftsliv

Getting outside can sometimes feel like a real chore, but I am here to offer a little gentle encouragement to you to enjoy the fresh air

Fiona McKinna

Sep 17, 20214 min read

Accidentally Organic

Our road to being organic has been one we have stumbled upon rather than deliberately taken, but even small steps makes a difference

Fiona McKinna

Aug 31, 20214 min read

Bærtur, the Annual Nordic Berry Picking

The bærtur is a special Scandinavian activity that takes place in summer and autumn. It's the famous berry trip

Fiona McKinna

Aug 11, 20214 min read

Tilslørte Bærpiker, A Twist on a Nordic Classic

Tilslørte bærpiker is a twist on a classic Nordic dessert with cream, berries and sweet crumbs

Fiona McKinna

Aug 9, 20212 min read

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

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

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

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

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

Living a Nordic Life

Norway Travel Tips: 10 Things to Know

7 Ways To Experience Scandinavia at Home

Spruce Tips, Nature's Cold Remedy

Den Utedo

Janteloven, The Unwritten Scandinavian Law

A Deep Appreciation of Craftsmanship

Sopptur and a Nordic Inspired Mushroom Recipe

10 Norwegian Finds to Carry Home

10 Reasons to Enjoy Friluftsliv

Accidentally Organic

Bærtur, the Annual Nordic Berry Picking

Tilslørte Bærpiker, A Twist on a Nordic Classic

Andebubrød, a Traditional Vestfold Bread

What Does a Nordic Life Feel Like

How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian

10 Signs You Might Be A Nordophile

10 Nordic Habits That Can Do Us Good

Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume

How to Celebrate Syttende Mai Your Way

Syttende Mai, Norway's Birthday

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