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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
Oct 24, 20232 min read
Liquorice everything
Liqourice is one of those flavours that you will find everywhere in Scandinavia, but you might be surprised to find it in more than candy
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Fiona McKinna
Jun 30, 20233 min read
5 Simple Ways to Add some Nordic Routine
If you are looking to add a bit of Nordic routine to your life, then these 5 simple and easy ways are for you
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Fiona McKinna
Jul 20, 20224 min read
A Journey Through Scandinavian Street Food
You don't always think of Scandinavia when you think of street food, but it's a BIG thing. Join me on a journey through Scandi streetfood
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Fiona McKinna
Oct 23, 20213 min read
Grøt, Nordic Hygge in a Bowl
Scandinavia has a longstanding love of grøt (porridge). Many of the recipes are very old and have sustained nations through tough times.
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Fiona McKinna
Jul 6, 20213 min read
10 Plants Beloved in Nordic Gardens
Are you looking for gardening inspiration with a Nordic theme? I have put together a list of the most popular plants seen in Nordic gardens
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Fiona McKinna
Apr 28, 20214 min read
10 Things I am Doing in May
May is the first warm month in Norway and a time to get outside and make the most of the weather. Here are 10 things I will be doing in May
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Fiona McKinna
Mar 16, 20213 min read
Stavkirke, The Iconic Norwegian Stave Church
Norwegian stave churches are a mix of fairy tale and gothic novel. They are striking and menacing, but beautiful.
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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
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
Nov 20, 20202 min read
Homemade Nordic Polarbrød
Polarbrød is a versatile, soft bread that is popular in the Nordic region. It's easy to make and my recipe will prove that
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Fiona McKinna
Nov 14, 20202 min read
Raspberry and Brunost Muffins
Raspberries and brunost (brown cheese) are two favourite ingredients in Norway. I have combined the two into a delicious and unusual recipe
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