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How to Live a Nordic Life
You don't need to live in the Nordics to choose a Nordic life, but where do you begin your journey? Let me show you some easy ways to embrace Nordic living and bring it into your own life wherever you are in the world.
10 Revolutionary Norwegian Inventions That Changed the World
Norway has more to offer the world than vikings, lutefisk and brown cheese. Here are some of the most amazing Norwegian inventions
Velkommen september, Welcome September
Velkommen høst, welcome autumn! September is really the first official autumn month in the Nordics. For a few weeks, the weather has...
How Norway Has Quietly Become the World Leader in Electric Cars
Norway is the world leader in electric cars with more per capita than an other nation. But why are they so popular?
Skolestart - Back to school in Norway
It's skolestart (school start) in Norway and time to get ready for some new routines and changes. What can you expect at school in Norway?
Ever Tried a Triathlon in Norway? Get Ready for a Wild Ride!
Norwegian triathlons are considered the most challenging in the world. Taking place in amazing scenery and with tough courses.
Blåbærsuppe (blueberry soup)
A simple and very traditionally Nordic way of serving berries. After a day in the forest blåbærsuppe is the perfect snack
A Story of Friendship and Enduring Love
A story of love, sisterhood and lifelong friendship between the most unexpected of creatures.
Louhisaaren Juoma (Finnish blackcurrant leaf drink)
This unusual sparkling Finnish drink use blackcurrant leaves for a delicious and refreshing flavour that is a reminder of summer days
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
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
Italiensk Salat, a taste of Norway
Despite it's name Italiensk salat does not come from Italy. It's a Norwegian classic that most people in Norway eat at least weekly.
Vi elsker iskrem! We love icecream
You might not associate ice-cream with the Nordics, but it's a treat that's been enjoyed here for more than 100 years.
Life on the Water
From the time of the vikings Nordic people have had a connection to the water and it's part of everyday modern life
Velkommen juli, Welcome July
Welcome to July in the Nordics and all the wonderful things we can expect to enjoy in the heart of summer
Sørlandsbolle (chocolate covered vanilla cream bun)
Sørlandsboller are a speciality from southern Norway. A soft cardamom bun is filled with vanilla custard and topped with chocolate icing.
5 Reasons to visit southern Norway
Visitors to Norway often rush straight to Oslo, bergen or Stavanger. But southern Norway is a special place of history, culture and scenery
Midsummer traditions in Scandinavia
Midsummer in Scandinavia is magical to say the least and each country celebrates in a slightly different way
Nordic Raspberry Summer Cake (Bringebær Kvæfjordkake)
Raspberries, soft sponge, meringue and cream - what's not to love! A slice of cake outside in the summer is the perfect hygge experience
Spekemat, the Norwegian charcuterie board
Spekemat is the Norwegian version of the charcuterie board, but it's been around a lot longer than the latest fad.
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.
The Konfirmasjon (the 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
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
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
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.
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.
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
Norwegian National Pride
Norwegian national pride is at it's most obvious in May the month of Norway's national day.
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
The Easy Way to Make Beautiful Bunting (step by step tutorial with photos)
Colourful and beautiful bunting can make a summer space look cosy and inviting. Follow my tutorial to make your own
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
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
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
The Norwegian Hotdog
Hotdogs are unexpectedly popular in Norway and are topped with an exciting array of unusual toppings. Which one would you choose?
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
Velkommen april, Welcome April
The days are getting longer in the Nordic and it's time to think about how to make the most of the warmer weather to come.
A beginners guide to foraging
Guidance, tips and essential equipment advice for new and seasoned foragers alike. I share my best advice to get out and forage from nature
Why not use a pretty basket
Baskets are not only practical to use, but are pretty. They bring some nostalgia and romance to our lives. So why not use one?
Nordic Easter traditions you may not have heard of
Easter is a time for slowing down a little in the Nordics and enjoying the arrival of spring with some more unusual traditions and habits
PÃ¥skekrim! A Norwegian crime fest
PÃ¥skekrim or Easter crime is a strange celebration of crime in Norway that happens over Easter, but it's not what you think...
The Norwegian love of cross-country skiing
Everyone knows that Norwegians love to ski and they seem to be born to it. There are some things about it that might surprise you
Fredagskos, Friday cosiness Nordic style
Fredagskos is the unique Nordic way of celebrating the end of the week. It's simple, intentional and cosy and it's an easy habit to embrace
Velkommen mars
Velkommen mars! Welcome March and the first spring month. There is lots to look forward to in the Nordics this month as we embrace spring
Småsuppe, a rustic soup from southern Norway
Småsuppe is a rustic and hearty soup from southern Norway. It's incredibly easy to make and is perfect for those cold evenings.
New skills to learn for a creative year
Learning new skills gives us a wonderful feeling of achievement and fulfillment and even better if they are useful and traditional crafts
Ut på tur, Getting Outside on Sundays
Getting outside once a week is a wonderful Nordic habit to adopt and you will be in good company - most of Norway is "ut på tur" too
How to dress for the winter
Being dressed right in the winter is essential for enjoying ourselves outside. Let me show you how we dress for winter outside in Norway
Nostalgia, the secret hygge ingredient
Nostalgia has been proven to raise our moods and make us feel good. Is this one of the Nordic countries' secrets to happiness?
Velkommen Februar
February is a month of looking for signs of spring in the Nordics, but also enjoying some indulgences and making our homes cosy.
How to eat a healthy Nordic diet
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.
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