Kvæfjordkake, The World's Best Cake
Kvæfjordkake is often described in Norway as "Verdens Beste" the worlds best cake. This is the original recipe from the 1930s.
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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Fiona McKinna
- Apr 23
- 3 min
Fyrstekake, A Recipe From The 1850s
Fyrstekake, or prince's cake is a classic almond tart that is seen on most celebration tables in Norway.
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Fiona McKinna
- Apr 2
- 3 min
Suksessterte with an Easter Twist
Norwegian suksessterte is a rich almond tart with a creamy, buttery topping that is so popular at parties and celebrations
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Fiona McKinna
- Mar 19
- 2 min
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.
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Fiona McKinna
- Mar 5
- 2 min
Tebrødstenger med Syltetøy, a Traditional Cake from Østfold
Tebrødstenger is a traditional Norwegian cake recipe from the east of Norway. It's a soft cake filled with jam, perfect with coffee
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Fiona McKinna
- Feb 26
- 3 min
Eple og Kardemomme Snurrer (Apple and Cardamom Rolls)
Apples and cardamom are natural friends and these classic Norwegian snurrer are delicious warm or cold Get the recipe her!
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Fiona McKinna
- Jan 29
- 2 min
Tjukklefse, the Iconic Norwegian Treat
Lefse are such an iconic Norwegian food, but these tjukklefse are less well known. They are thicker than other lefse. Here is the recipe
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Fiona McKinna
- Jan 7
- 3 min
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
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Fiona McKinna
- Jan 2
- 3 min
The Primstav and a recipe for Riskrem
Riskrem is a comforting and easy Nordic recipe that is perfect hot or cold.
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Fiona McKinna
- Dec 11, 2020
- 2 min
Lussekatter, the taste of St Lucia's Day
Lussekatter are a traditional Nordic saffron bun eaten on 13 December on St Lucia's Day. They are light and delicious
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Fiona McKinna
- Dec 4, 2020
- 3 min
Skolebrød, a favourite of Norwegian kids (and adults!)
Skolebrød is a sweet bread filled with vanilla custard and topped with icing and coconut. It's a favourite in Norway.
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Fiona McKinna
- Nov 14, 2020
- 2 min
Raspberry and Brunost Muffins
Raspberries and brunost (brown cheese) are two favourite ingredients in Norway. I have combined the two into a delicious and unusual recipe
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Fiona McKinna
- Nov 6, 2020
- 2 min
Julekake, Norwegian Cinnamon Raisin Loaf
Julekake is a classic Norwegian Christmas cake fragrant with cinnamon and raisins. You can't enjoy a Nordic Christmas with trying my recipe
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Fiona McKinna
- Oct 30, 2020
- 2 min
Tilslørte Bondepiker, A classic Scandinavian treat
Tilslørte bondepiker is a delicious Norwegian dessert with apples, cream and sweet crumbs. Get the recipe here
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Fiona McKinna
- Oct 26, 2020
- 2 min
Nordic Risgrøt (rice pudding)
Risgrøt is a delightfully easy Nordic treat that can be enjoyed hot or cold.
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