How to Hygge The Danish Secrets to a Happy, Healthy Life

The “Danish coziness” philosophy is fast becoming the new “French living” in terms of aspirational lifestyle books and blogs. There are countless viral articles comparing the happiness levels of Americans versus Danes. Their homes are more homey; their people are more cheerful. It’s an attitude that defies definition, but there is a name for this slow-moving, stress-free mindset: hygge (pronounced “hoo-ga”). Hygge values the idea of cherishing yourself: candlelight, bakeries, and dinner with friends; a celebration of experiences over possessions, as well as being kind to yourself and treasuring a sense of community.

How to Hygge by chef and author Signe Johansen is a fresh, informative, lighthearted, fully illustrated how-to guide to hygge. It’s a combination of recipes, helpful tips for cozy living at home, and cabin porn: essential elements of living the Danish way—which, incidentally, encourages a daily dose of “healthy hedonism.” Who can resist that?

Introduction
1 Nature & the Seasons
2 Outdoor Pursuits
3 The Joy of Fikap
4 The Nordic Kitchen
- Sweetness & Light
- Speedy Savoury Bites
- Greens & Grains
- Fish & Meat
- Pickles
5Healthy Hedonism
6 Life Skills
7 Design & Home
8 Kinship, Conviviality & Openness
Index
Scandi Stockists
Further Reading
Acknowledgements & Picture Credits

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