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Living a Nordic Life
Welcome to Living A Nordic Life, helping you live a Nordic Life, wherever you are.
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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
Nov 27, 20242 min read
Silppu, a very traditional comfort food from Finnskogen
Silppu or silpo is a traditional dish from Finnskogen in Norway. Bacon, potatoes, onion and milk are cooked together for best comfort food.
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Fiona McKinna
Nov 15, 20242 min read
Braisert Pølse med Sider or Epler (Sausages Braised in Cider and Apples)
Make the most of autumn with this comforting dish of sausages, apples and cider, gently cooked until meltingly tender.
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Fiona McKinna
Jun 12, 20244 min read
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.
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 12, 20243 min read
Lapskaus, Norwegian beef and vegetable stew
Lapskaus is a firm favourite in Norway and a well loved comfort food. It's a dish that is simple but delicious and so easy to make
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 10, 20244 min read
The Norwegian Hotdog
Hotdogs are unexpectedly popular in Norway and are topped with an exciting array of unusual toppings. Which one would you choose?
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Fiona McKinna
Feb 28, 20243 min read
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.
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Fiona McKinna
Nov 11, 20223 min read
Bollefrikassé (Meatball Fricassée)
Bollefrikasse is a traditional and comforting autumn dish in Norway and one that is easy to make with seasonal autumn produce.
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Fiona McKinna
Dec 8, 20213 min read
Medisterkaker (Norwegian Pork Meatballs) from Telemark
Medisterkaker are soft juicy pork meatballs that are a favourite in Norway at Christmas. This recipe is from Telemark and is easy and quick
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 22, 20213 min read
Fårikål, Norway's National Dish
Fårikål is Norway's national dish and is celebrated on the last Thursday in September. It's a fragrant but simple blend of lamb and cabbage
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Fiona McKinna
May 5, 20212 min read
Creamy Nettle & Ham Soup
Nettles have been used in cooking for hundreds of years. My creamy nettle and ham soup is luxurious and warming with a rich green colour.
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Fiona McKinna
May 1, 20212 min read
Gauksmesse and a Meal of Nordic Simplicity
Gauksmesse is a day that is celebrated on 1 May in Norway and is still a public holiday even now. The celebration dates back to pagan times
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 9, 20212 min read
Danske Pølsehorn, the Danish Sausage Roll
Danke pølsehorn, or Danish sausage rolls are a perfect quick (healthier) snack and are a great food for picnics and trips
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Fiona McKinna
Feb 5, 20214 min read
Sami National Day, and a Traditional Sami stew
Sami national day on 6 February is celebrated by Sami through Scandinavia and Russia. Why not celebrate too with "finnbiff, a Sami classic
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