I have mixed feelings about the month of January. Some years, I can see it as an opportunity to really lean into being cozy, looking for what’s enjoyable within winter’s depths. (In the New York Times ...

With endless gray days and perpetual piles of snow, making the best of winter can seem a monumental task. But Scandinavians seem to have it figured out. They live in line with the idea of “hygge,” a ...

This story originally published on Oct. 14, 2022 and was updated on Nov. 9, 2023 to include more tips. For many people, autumn is synonymous with hygge — the Danish concept often translated as a ...

With the Nordic Soundscapes Festival, Thomas Sondergard puts his stamp on the Minnesota Orchestra (and its interior spaces). Thomas Sondergard, outside of Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis, is in his ...

In an era of hyperstimulation, the Danish philosophy of hygge continues to present an alluring opportunity to melt into coziness and the comforts of home. For those looking to cultivate a sense of ...