Favoring a more comprehensive educational model that emphasizes humanistic and technical training, studies conclude that Nordic nations raise citizens that are intelligent (in the traditional sense), more internally aware, prideful for their nation, and capable of viewing a situation from another’s eyes. Governments in countries like Sweden, Denmark and Norway aim to make “lifelong learning a part of the natural fabric of society,” and it …
The recipes inside Spirit of the North are rooted in Nordic tradition and new-school invention. The cocktails use seasonal ingredients and embrace Scandinavian philosophies like hygge and lagom—they’re meant to be shared. Author Selma Slabiak is an acclaimed talent in the spirits world and her upbringing in Denmark lends plenty of knowledge. Within the pages of this charming book are 30+ recipes, many of which are inspired by …
There are certain characteristics that justly typify most Scandinavian capitals. From Reykjavik to Helsinki, the region is home to cities that place a high value on public services, design, transportation and livability. Oslo checks all these boxes while owning a vibrant identity that is uniquely Norwegian. It’s certainly not the most budget-friendly city to visit, but in Oslo you’ll find that the bar for service …
