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.

A Typical Norwegian Christmas Celebration

Fiona McKinna

Dec 18, 20234 min read

A Typical Norwegian Christmas Celebration

If you are like me, you love to take a peek into how other cultures celebrate. Let me invite you for a look into how we celebrate Christmas

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Fiona McKinna

Nov 6, 20237 min read

What is Nordic living?

Nordic living is different for each of us but there are some aspects of it that are the same the region over.

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Fiona McKinna

Feb 8, 20223 min read

Den Utedo

Den utedo is a mysterious word for those of us new in Norway, but it's a well loved and essential building that is easily recognisable

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Fiona McKinna

Dec 1, 20215 min read

How To Have a Nordic Christmas

Christmas in Scandinavia is magical with snow, beautiful decor and delicious. Here is how you can welcome that into your holiday time too.

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Gauksmesse and a Meal of Nordic Simplicity

Fiona McKinna

May 1, 20212 min read

Gauksmesse and a Meal of Nordic Simplicity

Gauksmesse is a day that is celebrated on 1 May in Norway and is still a public holiday even now. The celebration dates back to pagan times

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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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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 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 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

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 2, 20213 min read

The Primstav and a recipe for Riskrem

Riskrem is a comforting and easy Nordic recipe that is perfect hot or cold.

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Fiona McKinna

Dec 29, 20202 min read

Slow TV, it's a Nordic Thing

Sakte TV or Slow TV is a hyggelig Nordic concept of watching an activity or journey in real time. It's hugely popular in Norway

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The Nordic Art of Wearing The Right Outfit

Fiona McKinna

Nov 29, 20203 min read

The Nordic Art of Wearing The Right Outfit

Det finnes ikke dårlig vær, bare dårlige klær. There is no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothes so the Norwegian saying goes.

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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 11, 20203 min read

How to Enjoy Autumn the Nordic Way

Autumn can be beautiful, but also a trying time for many. I have some tips to help you enjoy autumn like you are Nordic

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