Bruinisse in the Netherlands feels unexpectedly Nordic, despite being entirely Dutch. This quiet fishing village offers slow coastal living shaped by cycling, sailing, mussel farming, and life beside the water. With open landscapes, practical design, fresh seafood, and calm daily rhythms, Bruinisse captures the simplicity and outdoor culture often associated with Scandinavia — without the crowds, spectacle, or tourist polish of larger European seaside towns.

The morning after 17 May, Norway feels softer somehow. The brass bands are gone, the bunads hang airing by open windows, and the country moves more slowly under pale spring skies. Coffee replaces champagne. Children fall asleep clutching tiny flags. After months of darkness and one explosive day of celebration, 18 May arrives like an exhale — quiet, reflective, and deeply Nordic in a way outsiders rarely notice.

Grilling in the Nordics doesn’t wait for summer. It happens all year, but early May is when it becomes easy again. Shops fill with new pølser, lighter sides appear, and eating outside feels realistic, not ambitious. The “official” grilling day might be unnecessary, but it’s a useful nudge—light the grill, keep it simple, and get back outside.

Summer hygge is the softer side of Nordic living, where long light-filled days replace the need for cosiness by firelight. It is found in slow evenings outside, meals eaten without hurry, and the quiet permission to do less when the world feels full of light. This is a season of barefoot moments, open windows, and gentle rituals that ask nothing more than your presence. A reminder that warmth is not only winter’s gift, but something the sun can give too.

The Nordic countries are famous for good health so how can we welcome that into our own lives?

Welcome April and the heart of spring even though it might not feel like that every day in the Nordics! Learn about the things that bring us joy in the Nordics in the month of April

There’s a certain beauty to winter if we let it arrive at its own pace. Nordic hygge encourages us to soften the edges of January—filling our homes with candlelight, warmth, and simple rituals that bring comfort. Whether it’s a quiet evening with a book, a shared pot of tea, or a moment of mindful stillness, hygge reminds us that contentment often lives in the smallest, most ordinary moments.

Discover the Nordic art of metsäkävely, or forest walking—a simple, mindful way to reduce stress and reconnect with nature. Learn how this Finnish tradition brings calm, boosts wellbeing, and helps you slow down in every season. Step into the quiet of the trees and experience the restorative power of the forest in your everyday life.

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.

Baskets are not only practical to use, but are pretty. They bring some nostalgia and romance to our lives. So why not use one?

The Nordic diet is often hailed as being healthy and it's very easy to introduce some Nordic habits into your own diet with my tips.

Juleappelsin or orange pomanders are very traditional Christmas decoration from Medieval times. They are really fun and easy to make.

Welcome December! Let's look at what December in the Nordics brings and some of the traditions we'll be exploring more in the month ahead.

Inspiration comes in many forms so why not some inspiring and exciting TV shows from the Nordics. Here are my favourites

Nordic kindergartens are something very different to many other countries. Would you like to know what makes them so unique?

That's one of the craziest things I have ever written, but it's also very true. It motivated me to change my lifestyle for the better.

What do you normally eat for breakfast? Maybe it's more Nordic than you realise. Would you like to see what we eat for breakfast in Norway?

If you are looking to add a bit of Nordic routine to your life, then these 5 simple and easy ways are for you

I love simple crafts and I especially love Easter decor. This simple Easter decor is such a pretty & sustainable way to reuse your eggshells

For so long Norway has been somewhere many people would love to live. But why? Let me share my 5 big reasons