Tilslørte Bærpiker, A Twist on a Nordic Classic
Tilslørte bærpiker is a twist on a classic Nordic dessert with cream, berries and sweet crumbs
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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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Fiona McKinna
Aug 6, 20213 min read
Kaffe Rulltårta (Coffee Roll Cake)
Rulltårta is a favourite cake in Sweden. They even have a special day to celebrate it. My recipe combines another Swedish fave - coffee
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Fiona McKinna
Jul 29, 20213 min read
Bringebærdessert (Raspberry Dessert) to Celebrate Olsok
29 July is a day when we commemorate the Viking King Olaf the Holy. To celebrate I have a light and delicious raspberry dessert to share
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Fiona McKinna
Jul 16, 20213 min read
Andebubrød, a Traditional Vestfold Bread
Many regions in Norway boast their own special recipe for bread and this one is from my local town of Andebu in Vestfold.
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Fiona McKinna
Jul 2, 20212 min read
Knekkebrød (Crispbreads) with Herbs
Knekkebrød is a staple of the Scandinavian table and kitchen. It is eaten for breakfast, lunch and for evening "kveldsmat" (supper). If...
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Fiona McKinna
Jun 11, 20213 min read
Classic Gingercake with Brunost (Norwegian Brown Cheese)
Ginger and Norwegian brown cheese are an unusual pairing but make for a delicious cake that will have your guests asking for more
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Fiona McKinna
May 28, 20214 min read
Jordbærterte, Strawberry Tart
Jordbærterte (strawberry tart) is a marriage of a French classic and a favourite Nordic ingredient.
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Fiona McKinna
May 23, 20212 min read
Räkmacka, Swedish Prawn Open Sandwich
Räkmacka or the Swedish prawn open sandwich is simplicity itself, but a celebration of Nordic summer ingredients
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Fiona McKinna
May 7, 20214 min read
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.
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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 23, 20213 min read
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 14, 20213 min read
Sommerdag and a Recipe for Fløyelsgrøt
Sommerdag, or Summers Day on 14 April, is considered to be the first day of the start of the Nordic summer half of the year and is a...
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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
Apr 2, 20213 min read
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 25, 20213 min read
Marimesse om Våren, and a Recipe for Rullekake
Marimesse om våren (Mary's Message Day or Spring Mass, also known as the Annunciation) is a holy day on the primstav commemorating the...
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Fiona McKinna
Mar 19, 20212 min read
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, 20212 min read
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, 20213 min read
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
Feb 12, 20213 min read
Fastelavnsboller, the Norwegian Shrovetide Speciality
Fastelavnsboller are a sweet cardamom bun filed with jam and cream that are served at Lent in Norway. I have shared my recipe for them here
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