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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
Mar 25, 20213 min read
Marimesse om VÃ¥ren, 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 23, 20213 min read
Hyttelivet, More Than Just a Trip to the Cabin
Hyttelivet or the cabin life is an integral part of Nordic living and something that Norwegians cherish. See my tips for your own hytteliv
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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 12, 20211 min read
Gregorsmesse, The Primstav Day When We Look for Spring
Gregorsmesse is named for Gregor the Great
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Fiona McKinna
Mar 9, 20213 min read
How to Greet Spring Like a Norwegian
Spring is a beautiful time of year in the Nordic countries and we are all eager to get outside and enjoy it. I have some tips to help you
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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
Mar 2, 20212 min read
For the love of wool!
The love of wool in Norway is seeing no signs of ever waning. Wol is warm, versatile and reliable and keeps you warm in the coldest climes
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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 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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Fiona McKinna
Feb 12, 20213 min read
Fastelavnsboller, Norwegian Shrovetide Buns
Fastelavnsboller are a sweet cardamom bun filled with jam and cream that are eaten at Fastelavn in Scandinavia.
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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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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
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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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 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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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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