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.

Velkommen august, Welcome August

Velkommen august, welcome August! Let's look forward to what the month has to offer in its gentle way here in the Nordics

Fiona McKinna

Aug 1, 20243 min read

Bring some hygge magic to your next adventure

Hygge is something we can bring with us everywhere we go, even on camping trips. I have some tips to make your next trip extra cosy

Fiona McKinna

Jul 26, 20244 min read

What can I do with all these zucchini!!!!

Zucchini are not just for leaving on your neighbours' doorsteps in the night! I have 3 fab reasons why you should grow and eat them

Fiona McKinna

Jul 12, 20244 min read

Velvære, Nordic mental wellbeing

The Nordics is well known for promoting a balanced lifestyle both physically and mentally, but how can we bring that into our own lives

Fiona McKinna

Jul 1, 20246 min read

Midsummer traditions in Scandinavia

Midsummer in Scandinavia is magical to say the least and each country celebrates in a slightly different way

Fiona McKinna

Jun 17, 20246 min read

An unexpected passing....

There are moments in life when we feel loss more than others, but we can look at it in a different way to simply a huge loss.

Fiona McKinna

Jun 9, 20244 min read

What is a Norwegian Confirmation?

In April, May and June the churches are full of people in national dress celebrating confirmations. This old tradition is a coming of age

Fiona McKinna

Jun 3, 20244 min read

Velkommen Juni, Welcome June

Welcome June, the most beautiful of the months in the Nordics. The flowers are out, there are endless celebrations and the sun is shining

Fiona McKinna

Jun 1, 20242 min read

7 reasons to keep chickens

Hens are not only producers of eggs but great pets to share our lives with. Here are 7 great reasons to keep hens yourself

Fiona McKinna

May 31, 20245 min read

The Seter (Norwegian summer farm)

Seters are Nordic summer farms are a unique piece of Nordic tradition that is sadly dying out.

Fiona McKinna

May 26, 20245 min read

What is Norwegian brunost or brown cheese?

Brunost or brown cheese is a Norwegian icon, but it can be an unusual flavour when you first try it.

Fiona McKinna

May 20, 20244 min read

Gratulerer med dagen, Norge! Happy birthday Norway!

Gratulerer med dagen, Norway! Happy birthday Norway! Join me on a photo tour of the 17 May celebration in my village in southern Norway.

Fiona McKinna

May 17, 20242 min read

Simple and delicious sorrel soup (Engsyre suppe)

Early in the spring and summer sorrel is at it's best. It's an ancient vegetable and we don't use much now, but it's delicious!

Fiona McKinna

May 15, 20243 min read

How to decorate for a Syttende Mai celebration

The best Norwegian decor comes out for Norway's national day on 17 May, but it's also a chance to make our space look great for the summer

Fiona McKinna

May 12, 20247 min read

Velkommen Mai, Welcome May

May is a beautiful month in the Nordics with not only longer days and warmth, but celebrations that go on through the month

Fiona McKinna

May 1, 20243 min read

Sharing our lives with animals keeps us grounded

Sharing our lives with animals has some surprising health benefits that make it worthwhile in more ways than just companionship

Fiona McKinna

Apr 28, 20244 min read

Ramsløk majones (wild garlic mayonaise)

Ramsløk or wild garlic is in season in April and it's a ingredient in Norway. My simple recipe make the most of this delicious ingredient

Fiona McKinna

Apr 24, 20242 min read

What is a bålpanne?

What is a bålpanne? You'll see these tripod grills all over the place in Norway and people will happily use them in public spaces

Fiona McKinna

Apr 15, 20244 min read

Simple ways I save money and make life easier

Simple ways I save money everyday and make my life easier. They are all easy to implement and you can start today

Fiona McKinna

Apr 14, 20246 min read

Ja vi elsker camping (yes, we love camping)

Camping is an incredibly popular activity in the Nordics in the summer and it has so many things going for it. Let me inspire you to try it

Fiona McKinna

Apr 1, 20244 min read

Living a Nordic Life

Velkommen august, Welcome August

Bring some hygge magic to your next adventure

What can I do with all these zucchini!!!!

Velvære, Nordic mental wellbeing

Midsummer traditions in Scandinavia

An unexpected passing....

What is a Norwegian Confirmation?

Velkommen Juni, Welcome June

7 reasons to keep chickens

The Seter (Norwegian summer farm)

What is Norwegian brunost or brown cheese?

Gratulerer med dagen, Norge! Happy birthday Norway!

Simple and delicious sorrel soup (Engsyre suppe)

How to decorate for a Syttende Mai celebration

Velkommen Mai, Welcome May

Sharing our lives with animals keeps us grounded

Ramsløk majones (wild garlic mayonaise)

What is a bålpanne?

Simple ways I save money and make life easier

Ja vi elsker camping (yes, we love camping)

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