Blueberry Muffins with Wood Sorrel Streusel
Blueberry season means lots of berries and lots of ways to enjoy them. This recipe combines blueberries and the freshness of wood sorrel
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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 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 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
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 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
Jan 29, 20212 min read
Tjukklefse, the Iconic Norwegian Treat
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 22, 20212 min read
Honningkaker, one of Norway's Oldest Recipes
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 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
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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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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