Uncover the Enigmatic Origins of Norwegian Rosemaling: A Colorful Journey Through History
The beautiful art of rosemaling is so typically Norwegian. This unique style of painting on wood has a rich and exciting history
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Velkommen november! Welcome November!
Welcome November, the first winter month in the northern hemisphere.
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The Nordics is place filled with gentle and powerful energy and positivity. We can bring that into our lives wherever we are in the world
Why you should have friends of all ages
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Velkommen oktober, Welcome October!
Welcome to the heart of autumn in the Nordics!
Eblemosz, a Danish recipe from 1616
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Easy chocolate mousse
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How Norway Has Quietly Become the World Leader in Electric Cars
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Grilled zucchini in oil
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Velkommen august, Welcome August
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Midsummer traditions in Scandinavia
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Spekemat, the Norwegian charcuterie board
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An unexpected passing....
There are moments in life when we feel loss more than others, but we can look at it in a different way to simply a huge loss.
The Konfirmasjon (the confirmation)
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Velkommen Juni, Welcome June
Welcome June, the most beautiful of the months in the Nordics. The flowers are out, there are endless celebrations and the sun is shining
Drønning Maud fromasj (Queen Maud's dessert)
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The Seter (Norwegian summer farm)
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Norwegian National Pride
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What is a bålpanne?
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