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.

Sopptur and a Nordic Inspired Mushroom Recipe

Fiona McKinna

Oct 26, 20215 min read

Sopptur and a Nordic Inspired Mushroom Recipe

Sopptur is a word you might hear in Norway in the autumn. It's the word for a mushroom hunt and I have a wonderful recipe to share with you

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Fiona McKinna

Oct 12, 20214 min read

10 Norwegian Finds to Carry Home

Let's daydream for a moment about travelling once again. This fun post is about the things I'd bring home from Norway if I was a visitor

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Fiona McKinna

Sep 17, 20214 min read

10 Reasons to Enjoy Friluftsliv

Getting outside can sometimes feel like a real chore, but I am here to offer a little gentle encouragement to you to enjoy the fresh air

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Fiona McKinna

Aug 31, 20214 min read

Accidentally Organic

Our road to being organic has been one we have stumbled upon rather than deliberately taken, but even small steps makes a difference

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Fiona McKinna

Aug 11, 20214 min read

Bærtur, the Annual Nordic Berry Picking

The bærtur is a special Scandinavian activity that takes place in summer and autumn. It's the famous berry trip

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Tilslørte Bærpiker, A Twist on a Nordic Classic

Fiona McKinna

Aug 9, 20212 min read

Tilslørte Bærpiker, A Twist on a Nordic Classic

Tilslørte bærpiker is a twist on a classic Nordic dessert with cream, berries and sweet crumbs

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Andebubrød, a Traditional Vestfold Bread

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 13, 20214 min read

What Does a Nordic Life Feel Like

Living a Nordic life is very personal, but it's nice to have a peek at how someone else lives. I welcome you how I live my Nordic life

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How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian

Fiona McKinna

Jun 21, 20213 min read

How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian

Sankthans is a high point of summer celebrations in Norway and something we all look forward to. I've shared a few ideas for you to join in

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Fiona McKinna

May 25, 20213 min read

10 Signs You Might Be A Nordophile

Do you love all things Nordic? Then you are probably a Nordophile. I've made a fun list of things I can spot in Nordophiles

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Fiona McKinna

May 19, 20214 min read

10 Nordic Habits That Can Do Us Good

The Nordic region is always being hailed as having the perfect lifestyle and with good reason. Here are 10 Nordic habits we can all love

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Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume

Fiona McKinna

May 15, 20212 min read

Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume

Bunads (Norwegian national dress) are an important part of Norwegian cultural heritage and take a huge amount of skill to make.

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Fiona McKinna

May 11, 20213 min read

How to Celebrate Syttende Mai Your Way

You don't have to be Norwegian to celebrate like one. I have some suggestions to inspire you create your own unique yearly celebration

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Fiona McKinna

May 4, 20212 min read

Syttende Mai, Norway's Birthday

Syttende Mai, 17 May, is Norway's birthday. Here is how we will be celebrating in Norway and around the world.

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Fiona McKinna

Apr 21, 20213 min read

How to Holiday Like a Norwegian

Many Norwegians will be spending 2021 holidaying in Norway. I have some tips to inspire you to holiday like a Norwegian

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Fiona McKinna

Mar 31, 20212 min read

Påskekrim, The Norwegian Detective Fest

Påskekrim is not the cosy, hygge Nordic activity you'd expect at Easter, but something completely different...

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Hyttelivet, More Than Just a Trip to the Cabin

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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Boller med Sjokoladebiter, The Perfect Weekend Trip Snack

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 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 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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