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.

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

Påskekrim, The Norwegian Detective Fest

Påskekrim is not the cosy, hygge Nordic activity you'd expect at Easter, but something completely different...

Fiona McKinna

Mar 31, 20212 min read

Hyttelivet, More Than Just a Trip to the Cabin

Hyttelivet or the cabin life is an integral part of Nordic living and something that Norwegians cherish. See my tips for your own hytteliv

Fiona McKinna

Mar 23, 20213 min read

Boller med Sjokoladebiter, The Perfect Weekend Trip Snack

Boller are a sweet cardamom bun that is seen all through Scandinavia. They are a favourite for snacks and trips.

Fiona McKinna

Mar 19, 20212 min read

For the love of wool!

The love of wool in Norway is seeing no signs of ever waning. Wol is warm, versatile and reliable and keeps you warm in the coldest climes

Fiona McKinna

Mar 2, 20212 min read

Friluftsliv, Your Life Outdoors

Friluftsliv is the word used in the Nordic countries to describe life outdoors. Being outside in nature is hugely important here.

Fiona McKinna

Feb 16, 20214 min read

Sami National Day, and a Traditional Sami stew

Sami national day on 6 February is celebrated by Sami through Scandinavia and Russia. Why not celebrate too with "finnbiff, a Sami classic

Fiona McKinna

Feb 5, 20214 min read

Turmat, the Special Food for Trips

Turmat is food that can be enjoyed on trips. It's easy to carry, but filling and fun. Here are a few tips to inspire you

Fiona McKinna

Jan 27, 20212 min read

Honningkaker, one of Norway's Oldest Recipes

Honningkaker (honey cakes) is one of Norway's oldest recipes. They are soft and light and fragrant with spices. Here is the recipe

Fiona McKinna

Jan 22, 20212 min read

The Power of the Dugnad

The Norwegian dugnad is a voluntary activity that holds a special place in Norwegian culture

Fiona McKinna

Jan 19, 20212 min read

Midtvinter, Midwinters Day

Midwinters Day on the primstav is marked by the symbol of the bear. You must be cautious not to wake it!!

Fiona McKinna

Jan 12, 20211 min read

Lågen Valley Bread for Eldbjørgdagen

Lågen Valley bread is a hearty and rich loaf from the Lågen Valley in Vestfold, Norway. It's perfect for cold days. Here is the recipe

Fiona McKinna

Jan 7, 20213 min read

The Nordic Art of Wearing The Right Outfit

Det finnes ikke dårlig vær, bare dårlige klær. There is no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothes so the Norwegian saying goes.

Fiona McKinna

Nov 29, 20203 min read

Living a Nordic Life

How to Holiday Like a Norwegian

Påskekrim, The Norwegian Detective Fest

Hyttelivet, More Than Just a Trip to the Cabin

Boller med Sjokoladebiter, The Perfect Weekend Trip Snack

For the love of wool!

Friluftsliv, Your Life Outdoors

Sami National Day, and a Traditional Sami stew

Turmat, the Special Food for Trips

Honningkaker, one of Norway's Oldest Recipes

The Power of the Dugnad

Midtvinter, Midwinters Day

Lågen Valley Bread for Eldbjørgdagen

The Nordic Art of Wearing The Right Outfit

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