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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
May 29, 20242 min read
Drønning Maud fromasj (Queen Maud's dessert)
This delicious, creamy dessert was created for the late Queen Maud. It's both elegant and simple and perfect for any day of the week.
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Fiona McKinna
May 26, 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.
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Fiona McKinna
May 20, 20244 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.
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Fiona McKinna
May 17, 20242 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.
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Fiona McKinna
May 15, 20243 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!
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Fiona McKinna
May 12, 20247 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
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Fiona McKinna
May 6, 20243 min read
Norwegian National Pride
Norwegian national pride is at it's most obvious in May the month of Norway's national day.
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Fiona McKinna
May 3, 20242 min read
Piksrudkaker, butter cookies from Hedmark
These little know cookies from Hedmark in Norway have become a firm favourite of mine. They are light, crispy, delicate and buttery.
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Fiona McKinna
May 1, 20243 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
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 28, 20244 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
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 26, 20244 min read
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
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 24, 20242 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
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 15, 20244 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
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 14, 20246 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
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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
Apr 1, 20244 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
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 1, 20243 min read
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.
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Fiona McKinna
Mar 29, 20248 min read
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
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Fiona McKinna
Mar 27, 20243 min read
Kladdkaka med apelsin (Swedish sticky chocolate cake with orange)
Kladdkaka is a Swedish favourite. It's a deliciously gooey rich chocolate cake that is really easy to make but won't last long!
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