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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
Jan 152 min read
Perfect Norwegian Pancakes
Norwegian pancakes are the ultimate in Nordic comfort food. This 4 ingredient recipe is what you need for a typical Norwegian warming dish
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Fiona McKinna
Dec 11, 20242 min read
Sjokolademousse med Polkagris (Chocolate Mousse with Polkagris)
Sjokolademousse med polkagris is a simple, luxurious treat What could be a more delicious treat than a smooth and creamy chocolate mousse...
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 25, 20242 min read
Eblemosz, a Danish recipe from 1616
This delicious and historic recipe is a wonderful celebration of autumn's favourite fruit, the apple
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 11, 20242 min read
Easy chocolate mousse
This easy chocolate mousse can turn a simple midweek meal into something special
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 6, 20242 min read
Trollkrem (troll cream), a Norwegian dessert rich in tradition
Trollkrem is a Norwegian dessert with lots of tradition. It's also delicious and simple and makes the most of a beloved Nordic ingredient
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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
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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Fiona McKinna
Mar 13, 20243 min read
Denmarks sweet indulgence, Sarah Bernhardt cakes
These decadent Danish treats have a really interesting history. Layers of macaron, and chocolate truffle are covered in dark chocolate
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Fiona McKinna
Jan 10, 20243 min read
Karamellpudding (Norwegian creme caramel)
Karamellpudding is a simple, delicious Norwegian dessert that is a classic of the dessert table at nearly every event.
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 29, 20233 min read
Mustikkapiirakka (Finnish Blueberry Tart)
Blueberries are one of the most beloved foods in the autumn in the Nordics and this Finnish blueberry tart is rich, creamy and delicious
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 15, 20233 min read
Apricot Frangipane Tart, A Simple Luxury for the Weekend
Apricot frangipane tart is a delicious sweet tart with a crisp pastry case, almondy filling and soft, glazed apricots. Simple luxury!
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 6, 20233 min read
Kvikklunsjkake med Appelsin (Kvikklunsj Cake with Orange)
Kvikklunsj bars, chocolate and orange! The perfect Norwegian combo, that shouts the outdoors, hikes, Easter and some classic Nordic treats
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Fiona McKinna
Nov 22, 20222 min read
Norwegian Hot Chocolate Recipe from 1875
Let me introduce you to the most delicious, decadent cup of Norwegian hot chocolate you are ever going to find
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Fiona McKinna
Nov 1, 20223 min read
5 Ingredient Pumpkin Lemon Curd
Once Halloween is over, you don't need to throw your pumpkin out. This 5 ingredient recipe will make a star out of your pumpkin again.
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Fiona McKinna
Oct 28, 20223 min read
My Nordic Belgian Waffles
Cold and foggy autumn mornings are just begging for the warmth and comfort of a waffle topped with something decadent. Hygge on a plate!
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 23, 20223 min read
My Secret Apple Cake Recipe
Autumn is apple season and time to fill the kitchen with the warm smells of baking cakes and cinnamon for Norwegian Epledagen (apple day).
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 14, 20223 min read
Bløtkake med Tyttebær og Honning (Cream Cake with Lingonberries & Honey)
Lingonberries and honey are a treasure of early autumn in Scandinavia and this cake combines a Norwegian favourite and these seasonal treats
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Fiona McKinna
Sep 2, 20222 min read
Mellommatkake, The Cake for Between Meals
You can never have too many cake recipes, right?!! Mellommatkake is an easy, light cake that is perfect for fill the gap between meals.
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Fiona McKinna
Jul 2, 20224 min read
Elderflowers The Swedish Way
Elderflowers are a summer treat for the forager. Elderflower fritter and elderflower cordial are Swedish classics that I know you will love
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Fiona McKinna
Feb 11, 20223 min read
Surmelkfromasj, A Traditional Norwegian Dessert
Surmelkfromasj is a traditional Norwegian recipe that uses just a handful of ingredients that are found so often in Nordic cooking.
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