Danish person here! 👋🏼🇩🇰 I love that you're spreading the message of "hygge". I think it's our way to cope with the cold and darkness.😅 That special feeling (hyggelig) can be felt at an event with people you love or simply when reading a book under a blanket by yourself in candlelight. The fact that we have a name for that very feeling I think makes us more aware and appreciative of the small things (also according to a friend who is an anthropologist and linguist) *edit: Thank you so much (mange tak) for the like, Blondie! ❤️
it's funny that Northern German has a very similar but apparently unrelated word: muggelig (or muckelig) -- the feeling of being tucked in a warm blanket
The Chinese equivalent of this hyggy term in "Dongbeinese" is Mao Dong (猫冬，猫as in躲猫猫，or hide；冬，as in 冬天，winter）literally translates to "hide during winter". It is done by staying inside as much as possible, avoid going out at all... while keeping toasty warm on the heated bed of rural Dongbei 火炕😀 You can try a traditional Dongbei food place with the heated bed, the Dongbei food is perfect for the winter time ❄️
I own an EV - BYD ATTO 3. It's perfectly safe to be inside the car whilst it is charging. In SG, we even switch on the aircon (lowest fan) and enjoy a movie on the "big" 15.6" screen infotainment unit. In SG, it can be very hot or wet, so sometimes, it is best to be inside the car!
Electric vehicles consume power very quickly at -10℃, and their range will be greatly reduced. This is also the reason why electric vehicles are not popular in northern China.
The largest power battery manufacturer in Europe, Northvolt, has just gone bankrupt, delivering a massive blow to Europe’s ambitions to challenge China’s dominance in the EV battery market, particularly affecting German automakers like BMW and VW.
@@daylight7257 Interestingly, Norway has the highest EV market share per capita in the world. In November 2024, over 10,000 EVs were newly registered in Norway, accounting for an impressive 93.6% of all new car registrations.
ok, what i absolutely love about TB is the camera function, where i can point at your poop candle and that listing will show up on TB allowing me to purchase it immediately.
The clips of the winter in Changchun reminds me of my childhood time spent in 哈尔滨，the brutal cold outside makes the indoor warmth more appreciated. Perfect time for a cup of hot coco drink.
You and Derk have such a nice apartment. Oddly enough, we're getting socked with a snowstorm in the next 8-12 hours and that rarely happens where I live. Time to get the flannelette sheets out and the humidifier on. Brrr, I'm already under the electric blanket. Loved the toilet candle 😂
Oh that’s interesting that hygge lighting specifically mentions flickering lights. I’ve never really paid much attention to electric candles, but I got some for Halloween decorations this year. After October was over, I started keeping one of the big electric candles in my room on a whim. At first I thought it would just give a fun vibe, but it’s actually been quite comforting! It’s really nice to have it on when I go to sleep ☺️ And not risk burn the house down with a normal candle lol. The Nordic people have been on to something!
I don’t know if china has cinnamon incense, but it’s soooooo lovely 😍 I first got it during my study abroad in Bhutan, so it absolutely transports me back there every time I smell it lol I’m guessing, but I think it was made with “true” cinnamon rather than cassia. I’ve heard cassia is the most common cinnamon in China, so Chinese cinnamon incense might be a bit different But I still recommend to try it if you find it! It smells kind of like snickerdoodle cookies baking, plus a little peppery note, combined with that musky herbal profile more common in temple incense
Australian who moved to Denmark a few years ago here ... Hygge is mainly held up by Christmas themed things and alcohol Lol also i think weather in China is probably even more harsh
I love how happy and excited you are opening your “presents”! I’ve seen these socks before and wanted to get for my daughters but my teenager stared at me and said it’s so lame 😅 It’s super cute though! What beautiful additions are these to your lovely home. Both of you are so cute together! Love the turkey surprise! And I can’t believe it’s 4-5 months of winter for you?! That’s a long time.
Noooo with the heating on, you are supposed to wear t shirt indoors and eat ice cream. Sometimes you might have to open the window since it’s too hot. And for me personally, the best snacks are tanghulu, roasted chestnut and sweet potatoes. Oh I miss my hometown 😢
14:28, its the CAST IRON POT that gives that sweet potato that taste/texture. Just any other utensil in the oven doesn't do the trick whereas cast iron utensils does.
Iowa USA is very cold. And dark. I find using warm lights like flameless warm candles helps. Also smart plugs that turn the lights on before you get home. Use warm LEDs. it also helps seasonal depression. Also heated blankets.
Just realized due to Australia being in the other hemisphere you’ve switched from summertime Christmas to snow falling winter Christmas time in the northern hemisphere being the norm for you. Wow, I bet it felt odd those first few winters in China!
Wow, that's cold. I'm already complaining here in Holland when it's 5 degree, rainy and windy. What are the cost of electricity and maybe also for the gas/central heating with hotwater (yeah, here in NL we have stadsverwarming), there in your city? Well as you know it's expensive here, also in Germany.
So related when seeing the sweet potato burned your pipe. But I think that is the reason we eat hot sweet potatoes Love the table top fire and puffy teapot.
I believe the door handle thingy is for the front door to your apartment so that you don't freeze your hand when you open the door. you've got heating inside the apartment so you don't really need it indoors. 🤣
Omg, watching you two having to charge your car while waiting outside was insane. Very fun video, a red light treatment lamp would be a great addition to staying warm and getting those mitochondria moving. Stay warm!
I highly recommend reading/listening to Meik Wiking's book "The Little Book of Hygge". I listened to it and it was so enjoyable. Plus, reading is SO hygge!
Loved this video! I love the concept of Hygge & have been eyeing a book by Danielle Kristiansen called “Hygge: The Secrets of the Hygge art towards a Stress-Free & Happier Life.”
I cannot believe I was in the same city as you yesterday randomly! From a guy in Jersey with all your merch who randomly decided to visit Xiamen last week. Would’ve been amazing to get your signature on my hat/shirts!!!! Ahhhhh 😮😮😮😮😮😮
you won't believe the shock I woke up to your notification, as a Dane, seeing "Hygge" in the video notification ❤🎉 edit: lot of fun stuff, the ceramic pillow is cool and tea is definitely a part of hygge - hope you get to enjoy all of those things to their full potential
errr.... my Canadian friends, whenever I go back to China, they will give me all this links from taobao ask me to buy for them... most of the items just like Amy showed in there...gave me headaches. lol
after you put your socks on my HYGGE was over .. do not get this the wrong way .. thats all i need for everything to look cozy around........ the toilet candle was pretty dope , not going to lie
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I want to learn German too! Such a cool language 👌
汽车公园，嘿嘿
The door handler is usually installed at the back side of the door. To aviod smash and damage the tile on the wall, if open too hard
Danish person here! 👋🏼🇩🇰 I love that you're spreading the message of "hygge". I think it's our way to cope with the cold and darkness.😅 That special feeling (hyggelig) can be felt at an event with people you love or simply when reading a book under a blanket by yourself in candlelight. The fact that we have a name for that very feeling I think makes us more aware and appreciative of the small things (also according to a friend who is an anthropologist and linguist)
*edit: Thank you so much (mange tak) for the like, Blondie! ❤️
I'm a Norwegian/Newfie descendant & the cold winters are a bite-in-the butt here in Canada with so much of the gray days.
it's funny that Northern German has a very similar but apparently unrelated word: muggelig (or muckelig) -- the feeling of being tucked in a warm blanket
This video is resonating with people born in cold places all over the world LOL I love it
Amy and dirk are seriously PERFECT for each other, those quirky random things you share!!
Such a delightful video with cuteness and corniness! Here’s to cozy winter days in this home.😊
I cannot believe you didn't get a onesie preferably with animal ears on the hood. That's peak comfort.
Omg yes! One of the reasons I look forward to winter so much. 😊
Oooh good idea!
@@BlondieinChina Make sure to get matching ones for Dirk and your baby. You will absolutely farm on socials.
Or an oodie, soooo warm
@@BlondieinChina You need a pair of good old Australian uggies to complete to combo.
The Chinese equivalent of this hyggy term in "Dongbeinese" is Mao Dong (猫冬，猫as in躲猫猫，or hide；冬，as in 冬天，winter）literally translates to "hide during winter". It is done by staying inside as much as possible, avoid going out at all... while keeping toasty warm on the heated bed of rural Dongbei 火炕😀
You can try a traditional Dongbei food place with the heated bed, the Dongbei food is perfect for the winter time ❄️
猫冬 literally translates to "Cat during winter". Cat means hide. Think of cat as a verb. How cute is that
That's a perfect term for it. Homes with keng, basements filled with dabaicai... i miss Donbei winters.
I own an EV - BYD ATTO 3. It's perfectly safe to be inside the car whilst it is charging. In SG, we even switch on the aircon (lowest fan) and enjoy a movie on the "big" 15.6" screen infotainment unit. In SG, it can be very hot or wet, so sometimes, it is best to be inside the car!
I also like ATTO 3
Electric vehicles consume power very quickly at -10℃, and their range will be greatly reduced. This is also the reason why electric vehicles are not popular in northern China.
The largest power battery manufacturer in Europe, Northvolt, has just gone bankrupt, delivering a massive blow to Europe’s ambitions to challenge China’s dominance in the EV battery market, particularly affecting German automakers like BMW and VW.
@@daylight7257 Interestingly, Norway has the highest EV market share per capita in the world. In November 2024, over 10,000 EVs were newly registered in Norway, accounting for an impressive 93.6% of all new car registrations.
My mother in law is dongbei and she always makes a sauerkraut pork rib dish, and it's so delicious! Dongbei food is one of my favourites! 😊
its so incredibly funny, that Derk is casually talking German to you
ok, what i absolutely love about TB is the camera function, where i can point at your poop candle and that listing will show up on TB allowing me to purchase it immediately.
In China, E-shopping is top of the earth~
Once I found out Hongkong enjoyed free shipping from Taobao and PDD….i just can’t stop shopping 😂😂😂
The clips of the winter in Changchun reminds me of my childhood time spent in 哈尔滨，the brutal cold outside makes the indoor warmth more appreciated. Perfect time for a cup of hot coco drink.
The door handle thing is so good because I get static shocked by metals in the winter SO MUCH.
I love watching people open packages for some reason
These items are so fun! The puffy quilted tea cup and pot, the croissant,The turkey😂
crazy how the climate in different parts of a country cause be so different!
The third biggest country in the world is for a reason.
Amy would be a fun mom (still wishing her all the best)! I could see both she and her dad giving the most amusing gifts to any children of hers! 😊
This was really funny and cute, Amy! The sponge bed, 😂that sweet potato pot is amazing!
Amy, you and Derk are so cute together. Thanks for sharing the laughs with us!
of course it’s safe to be inside while it charges
Omg. The toilet candle just cracks me up😂
17:41 I love how Dirk is talking to you in German too. But I must say I also struggle to resist saying „digga“ all the time while talking english😂
You and Derk have such a nice apartment.
Oddly enough, we're getting socked with a snowstorm in the next 8-12 hours and that rarely happens where I live. Time to get the flannelette sheets out and the humidifier on. Brrr, I'm already under the electric blanket.
Loved the toilet candle 😂
*Map of the People's Republic of China (including Taiwan)! I give kudos for that!* 👍👍
18:03 OMG, Amy you made my day !!😂😂😂 those socks are so cute! Already ordered from Taobao!
They bring me so much happiness 😂😂
Your laugh while showing him the poo candle made my day 😂 there’s nothing quite like a good laugh !!
It's so cute that he brought you that turkey, too! You guys are such a match.
Oh that’s interesting that hygge lighting specifically mentions flickering lights. I’ve never really paid much attention to electric candles, but I got some for Halloween decorations this year. After October was over, I started keeping one of the big electric candles in my room on a whim. At first I thought it would just give a fun vibe, but it’s actually been quite comforting! It’s really nice to have it on when I go to sleep ☺️ And not risk burn the house down with a normal candle lol. The Nordic people have been on to something!
I don’t know if china has cinnamon incense, but it’s soooooo lovely 😍 I first got it during my study abroad in Bhutan, so it absolutely transports me back there every time I smell it lol
I’m guessing, but I think it was made with “true” cinnamon rather than cassia. I’ve heard cassia is the most common cinnamon in China, so Chinese cinnamon incense might be a bit different
But I still recommend to try it if you find it! It smells kind of like snickerdoodle cookies baking, plus a little peppery note, combined with that musky herbal profile more common in temple incense
What a lovey couple ,Dirk is one in a million
this was such a fun video felt like I was hanging out with my bestie 🫶 Derk coming home with a silly surprise you two are made for each other!
Yay!!! thanks so much for watching!
I appreciate frequent content, I just miss the Chinese subtitles - it was fun seeing the characters and trying to familiarize myself with them
Feel free to turn on the subtitles by pressing CC button! There are Chinese subtitles that will follow what I’m saying there 💕💕
Australian who moved to Denmark a few years ago here ... Hygge is mainly held up by Christmas themed things and alcohol Lol
also i think weather in China is probably even more harsh
I love how happy and excited you are opening your “presents”! I’ve seen these socks before and wanted to get for my daughters but my teenager stared at me and said it’s so lame 😅 It’s super cute though! What beautiful additions are these to your lovely home. Both of you are so cute together! Love the turkey surprise! And I can’t believe it’s 4-5 months of winter for you?! That’s a long time.
It's fine to be in an EV when it's charging
Noooo with the heating on, you are supposed to wear t shirt indoors and eat ice cream. Sometimes you might have to open the window since it’s too hot. And for me personally, the best snacks are tanghulu, roasted chestnut and sweet potatoes. Oh I miss my hometown 😢
14:28, its the CAST IRON POT that gives that sweet potato that taste/texture. Just any other utensil in the oven doesn't do the trick whereas cast iron utensils does.
Iowa USA is very cold. And dark. I find using warm lights like flameless warm candles helps. Also smart plugs that turn the lights on before you get home. Use warm LEDs. it also helps seasonal depression. Also heated blankets.
I'm impressed with the lack of regret purchases, I'm glad you had such a great experience
It was so fun watching you making your apartment "hygge". Got a good laugh when Dek came back with the turkey! 😆🤣😁🤣😆
The door handle thing is used to prevent static electricity in dry winters.😃😃😃
Northeast China is such an ice and snow world!
Loved this one - so funny i laughed out loud. Great idea to film Derk’s reaction too - made my day 😂😂😂
Just realized due to Australia being in the other hemisphere you’ve switched from summertime Christmas to snow falling winter Christmas time in the northern hemisphere being the norm for you. Wow, I bet it felt odd those first few winters in China!
Wow, that's cold. I'm already complaining here in Holland when it's 5 degree, rainy and windy.
What are the cost of electricity and maybe also for the gas/central heating with hotwater (yeah, here in NL we have stadsverwarming), there in your city?
Well as you know it's expensive here, also in Germany.
It is perfectly safe to be inside the car while it is charging. You can event turn on the heat to melt the ice from the windshield.
So related when seeing the sweet potato burned your pipe. But I think that is the reason we eat hot sweet potatoes Love the table top fire and puffy teapot.
I believe the door handle thingy is for the front door to your apartment so that you don't freeze your hand when you open the door. you've got heating inside the apartment so you don't really need it indoors. 🤣
Baked sweet potato! My winters back home were all about baked sweet potatoes!
Lol derk casually walking around in a light coat at -11. Wild.
That apartment is soooooo cool & ultra modern!!!! It's gotta be expensive!
Last year we went from Melbourne during late December to Harbin and it was something like difference of 60 degrees C
GET SHIT DONE wall art is hilarious 😂
U 2 are very cute together! 😊
Omg, watching you two having to charge your car while waiting outside was insane. Very fun video, a red light treatment lamp would be a great addition to staying warm and getting those mitochondria moving.
Stay warm!
I just bought myself some decent merino leggings (base layer) and I they’ve basically paid for themselves already in warmth 🙏🏻
That was wholesome ❤❤❤
This hygge theme is so cute!! But the subtitles are complete chaos 😂😂😂
Greetings from Norway
I highly recommend reading/listening to Meik Wiking's book "The Little Book of Hygge". I listened to it and it was so enjoyable. Plus, reading is SO hygge!
I hope you manage to have a cozy, warm winter.
I actually love your "shitty" bathroom humour halfway through the video!!! 😂😅
I thought Amy had drunk a double espresso or something, she was talking extra fast, then realised the video speed was turned up 😂
Love your house❤is so cosy and comfy. Lovely couple
omg that laugh is the best!!!!
Had a rough exhausting day at work today and your video put a smile on my face and eased my heart ❤️ lol
I can't imagine how messy it will be after wishing dishes and put that sponge back, yet it really looks fun XD
Honestly, the temps are dropping here in finland as well. My poor down jacket is wearing thin too😂😂
Watching your videos really makes me wish there was authentic chinese food in my area.
Also those socks are so cute
Loved this video! I love the concept of Hygge & have been eyeing a book by Danielle Kristiansen called “Hygge: The Secrets of the Hygge art towards a Stress-Free & Happier Life.”
@9:14 - basically what goes in must come out 😊
Your apartment is absolutely gorgeous!!! Are you surprised Derk didnt put those socks on 😂
So hilarious! A big mistake watching this before work 😅 but you've made my day.
This is was a fun video
Cant believe youtube hid this from me for ten minutes
I bet Taobao wish every couple is as playful as you two! :D
Amy. Hi again. You should have steamed your sweet potatoes 🍠, so that the skin can be cooked and eaten as well. 🤓😋😋😋🤤🤤🤤
Hi Amy! I really appreciate the subtitles but I do think the mandarin one sometimes have weird translations.
Really enjoy watching this! Love how you try local foods all the time and appreciating it. People in my country(Burma)😊 love Chinese food too!
Those stews look yummy🤤. Your socks and shoes would be a big hit with my 2 daughters. They live for that stuff 😂
I really like your videos
I cannot believe I was in the same city as you yesterday randomly! From a guy in Jersey with all your merch who randomly decided to visit Xiamen last week. Would’ve been amazing to get your signature on my hat/shirts!!!!
Ahhhhh 😮😮😮😮😮😮
Wow finally 4K
you won't believe the shock I woke up to your notification, as a Dane, seeing "Hygge" in the video notification ❤🎉
edit: lot of fun stuff, the ceramic pillow is cool and tea is definitely a part of hygge - hope you get to enjoy all of those things to their full potential
Wrap the sweet potato in kitchen roll soaked in water and mircowave it for only a few minutes, and you will get a perfect sweet potato
errr.... my Canadian friends, whenever I go back to China, they will give me all this links from taobao ask me to buy for them... most of the items just like Amy showed in there...gave me headaches. lol
Should've bought a heating blanket, a tiny heater, large blankets. If there's anything I learned from Uyen, it's that Germans love their lüften.
可爱的一对，很高兴 你们能享受中国商品多元化的创意，祝你们幸福
Love love that toilet candle..🤣🤣👍❤️
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@13:39 貝拉一直在後面看著你吃～哈哈！
Cold knowledge for Derk:
Thanksgiving is American only! 🤣
Very cool, have fun!
after you put your socks on my HYGGE was over .. do not get this the wrong way .. thats all i need for everything to look cozy around........ the toilet candle was pretty dope , not going to lie
I’ve never had a roasted sweet potato from the street in China, but I want that pot to make sweet potatoes.
Shit on fire🔥🔥🔥 OMG!🤣 and Drek's reaction for that 🥐 door handle is really funny😂😂😂
I thought that Derk was going to complain on how Amy was spending their money, but then... I gave up! 😂
Derk: Was ist das denn Alter😂 Authentische Reation auf Deutsch😂
I like the pot you used for the sweet potato, where you get it please？
so so cute couple and video. I love your apartment aswell !
Funny how you showed getting the hygge pronunciation from a friend in q crowded restaurant, then youtube... But not rosetta stone 🤔