Maria Vole

For true foodies, no visit to Bergen would be complete without experiencing KOGI. Since opening its doors in 2020, Norway’s first Korean BBQ restaurant has quickly become a huge hit and, thanks to its immense popularity, a second location is slated to open this spring.
KOGI opened its doors in July 2020 as the only Korean BBQ restaurant in Norway. Located in the colourful city of Bergen, this modern eatery is in Nygårdsgaten, just a 15-minute walk from central sights such as Fisketorget and t...

An article about the exciting adventure company I Fri Natur, based in Lofoten, Norway

A write-up of Nuet Aquavit, Scandinavia’s most innovative aquavit brand

I interviewed the founder of the vibrant art and culture space Hos Arne based in Grünerløkka, Oslo

Some performances in pop culture history are so iconic that you truly had to be there to witness it and the Beatles' London rooftop gig is one of them. Here's the story behind the historic concert

40 years ago MTV burst onto television screens and introduced music videos as genuine artistic mediums. Things haven't been the same since.

2021 marked the 40-year anniversary of the launch of MTV. When the music channel first debuted, it changed the music industry and was a main contributor to the culture and identity of an entire generation.

But a lot has changed over the last few decades—and so, it’s time for a retrospective look at the history of music videos, how they’ve evolved over time...

For Maren Grøtte and Dustin Zimmerman, nordic flavours and locally sourced ingredients are the secret to creating great spirits. For this husband-and-wife team, Granskauen Destillery is a true passion project.

From being arrested in Germany for lighting a condom on fire to performing for astronauts in space, there's a lot you still might not know about the Beatles legend

Paul McCartney is a living legend. Throughout a long and interesting life, the former Beatle has sold more than 100 million singles as a solo artist, achieved 60 gold albums, and been awarded 18 Grammys.

There’s no doubt that he’s one of the biggest and most successful musicians in the history of rock 'n' roll. Here are six surpris...

As a long-time record lover, I really enjoyed writing this piece for Reader's Digest on the 21st century vinyl revival.

I interviewed glassblower Sigrid Rostad and wrote an article about her work.

I wrote about Bo The Builder for Move Over Bob

I interviewed artisan woodworker Andreas Emanuel Söderlund for the design magazine Localfolk Bergen.

Ken Done is seen as one of Australia’s most famous artists and is recognised for his bright paintings which can be found in art museums around the world.
Done values free and unrestrained artistic expression. He once said, “In the times in which we live it is far too restricting to say that art can only be found in art galleries and not touch people's everyday lives…I want to use any means that are necessary to communicate to people what I feel about things. There are no rules. And if there a...

A modern and stylish hotel in the heart of Perth, the Westin hotel is still one of our most loved hotels in the city of Perth and is the ideal place for any luxury traveller. This lush five-star hotel boasts lush rooms, incredible culinary experiences, gorgeous views of the city from the outdoor rooftop pool and a luxurious, peaceful spa.
Situated in Perths CBD, The Westin is the perfect base from which to explore everything the city has to offer. The hotel is conveniently located just a ston...

I interviewed the owner of The Apothecary in Bergen and wrote a feature on the shop.