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.

Eple og Kardemomme Snurrer (Apple and Cardamom Rolls)

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 23, 20212 min read

Allemannsrett, The Right to Roam

Allemannsrett is the Norwegian right to roam. It has a long history and everyone should enjoy the freedom of nature.

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Fiona McKinna

Feb 16, 20214 min read

Friluftsliv, Your Life Outdoors

Friluftsliv is the word used in the Nordic countries to describe life outdoors. Being outside in nature is hugely important here.

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Fastelavnsboller, the Norwegian Shrovetide Speciality

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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Fiona McKinna

Feb 8, 20213 min read

How to Do Winter Like a Norwegian

The Norwegians really now how to enjoy winter. I have some tips to help you enjoy it too.

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Sami National Day, and a Traditional Sami stew

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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Fiona McKinna

Feb 3, 20212 min read

Blåsmesse on the Primstav

Blåsmesse is a special day on the Nordic Primstav that falls on 3 February

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Fiona McKinna

Jan 29, 20212 min read

Tjukklefse, the Iconic Norwegian Treat

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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 27, 20212 min read

Turmat, the Special Food for Trips

Turmat is food that can be enjoyed on trips. It's easy to carry, but filling and fun. Here are a few tips to inspire you

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Honningkaker, one of Norway's Oldest Recipes

Fiona McKinna

Jan 22, 20212 min read

Honningkaker, one of Norway's Oldest Recipes

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Honningkaker (honey cakes) is one of Norway's oldest recipes. They are soft and light and fragrant with spices. Here is the recipe

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Fiona McKinna

Jan 19, 20212 min read

The Power of the Dugnad

The Norwegian dugnad is a voluntary activity that holds a special place in Norwegian culture

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Rømmegrøt and Tjuendedagen on the Primstav

Fiona McKinna

Jan 13, 20213 min read

Rømmegrøt and Tjuendedagen on the Primstav

Rømmegrøt is a delicous sour cream porridge that is very typical of Norwegian cuisine. It is usually served with cured meats.

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Fiona McKinna

Jan 12, 20211 min read

Midtvinter, Midwinters Day

Midwinters Day on the primstav is marked by the symbol of the bear. You must be cautious not to wake it!!

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Bløtkake, Norway's Celebration Cake, For Brettemesse

Fiona McKinna

Jan 11, 20213 min read

Bløtkake, Norway's Celebration Cake, For Brettemesse

Bløtkake is a light sponge cake filled with cream and berries that is seen on almost every Norwegian dessert table at celebrations

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Fiona McKinna

Jan 7, 20213 min read

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, 20213 min read

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 29, 20202 min read

Slow TV, it's a Nordic Thing

Sakte TV or Slow TV is a hyggelig Nordic concept of watching an activity or journey in real time. It's hugely popular in Norway

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Lussekatter, the taste of St Lucia's Day

Fiona McKinna

Dec 11, 20202 min read

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 11, 20202 min read

Krumkaker, a Nordic Christmas Treat

Crispy and light, krumkaker are a classic Norwegian Christmas treat. Make you Christmas truly Nordic with my krumkaker recipe.

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Skolebrød, a favourite of Norwegian kids (and adults!)

Fiona McKinna

Dec 4, 20203 min read

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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