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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.
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Is Nordic Living Right for me?
Is Nordic living right for me? That's a pretty broad question, but a perfectly valid one and one I'd like to help you answer...
Fiona McKinna
Feb 8, 20233 min read
How We Live a Simple Nordic Life
Let me invite you into my life for a few minutes as I tell you how we live a little more simply and Nordicly and enjoy the simple luxuries
Fiona McKinna
Jan 6, 20233 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
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
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
Nordic Spruce Tip Syrup, 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
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
Surmelkfromasj, Norwegian Lemon Mousse
Surmelkfromasj is a traditional Norwegian recipe that uses just a handful of ingredients that are found so often in Nordic cooking.
Fiona McKinna
Feb 11, 20223 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
10 Norwegian Finds to Carry Home From Your Holiday
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, 20215 min read
What Does a Simple, 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, 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, 20214 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, 20213 min read
How to Do Winter Like a Norwegian
The Norwegians really now how to enjoy winter. I have some tips to help you enjoy it too.
Fiona McKinna
Feb 8, 20213 min read
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