How to Hygge: The Nordic Secrets to a Happy Life (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781250122032)

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?

Author: Signe Johansen
ISBN-10: 1250122031
ISBN-13: 9781250122032
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Language: English
Published: 01/03/2017
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.65lbs
Size: 8.80h x 6.70w x 1.00d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 01/01/2017 pg. 26
Publishers Weekly 01/02/2017