I have written lots about how much the children enjoy craft activities. I’ve always endeavored to start them young and, like cooking, tried to look for ways for even the youngest of children to get involved. I know lots of people wait until the children are older and liable to make less mess but I feel that […]
Healthy family meals in a rush
Are you the type of parent who is passionate about healthy eating but is always in a rush? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, I’m the same. I always like to ensure that I serve my little ones a healthy meal, but sometimes, life can get in the way. Between housework, school picks ups, after school […]
Cooking for pleasure
I love to cook but much of the time these days, cooking ends up being a functional thing. Just one more thing to tick off on the to-do list each day. I have loads of cookery books but rarely use them . Most of the time I cook from memory or I make it up […]
Mini chefs: part five
Welcome to part five of our “Mini Chefs” series. As the school holidays are now in full flow, we have had lots more time to get busy in the kitchen. The poor weather has made sure of this! It has to be one of my favourite things to do with the children as they are […]
Eating al fresco: part two
Welcome to part two of our eating al fresco series. In part one we looked at some of the tasty but easy foods you can have when eating outside as a family. Now, because eating al fresco can mean that you have little people who want to explore the great outdoors, or perhaps a few […]