it a little difficult for Joe to reach the table). As the traditionalist among us, six-year-old Joe opted for Beef And Ricotta Meatballs with Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce (his children’s portion included two meatballs, and dessert for £4.95). In our desire

, and a doorman to boot, La Chapelle oozes casual charm and a warm welcome that well and truly extends to family.With six children between them, Chris and Jeff know a thing or two about the trials and tribulations of having young diners in restaurants

food that doesn’t compromise on quality or taste and – so that you can get on with the important task of shopping in the adjoining Westfield Shopping Centre – service is swift, a bonus when dining with children. (Timing’s always a big issue

 on the fascinating merchant history of the clipper – one of the fastest of its time – children can enjoy taking a turn at the wheel, or having a cheeky kip in the bunks. There’s also a rather poignant commemorative plaque for one of the ship’s captains, whose crew

plate and the underside cheekily proclaims “Stop looking at my bottom.”The culinary offering celebrates the best of British – with a twist. They call it “where wood-fired flatbreads meet great British flavours,” which translates to delicious pizzas

to find the very best ingredients, and use meat that is raised with respect for animals, the environment, and the farmers. It also means sourcing organic local produce when practical. But, of course, none of that don’t mean diddly squat unless the food

Funny how quickly those birthdays come around every year and, before you know it, the challenge is on: how can you give your child a party he’ll remember? How about lunch at a retro-chic diner, followed by a bowling party? That’s the offering at the trendy All Star Lanes, with fo...

Saturday and put the theory to test, but after a trip to the London Aquarium and a whizz around the London Eye, the children were ready for a hearty meal, and Mummy was ready for a glass of Chianti.The ambiance at Zilli Fish is convivial and relaxed. When

You can make these spooky red velvet cakes a day in advance but the marshmallow frosting should be made on the day of serving.Ingredients175g butter, soft250g caster sugar2 eggs, lightly beaten1 tsp pure vanilla extract½ tsp red food colouring125ml buttermilk175g plain flour2 tbs...

Make these jellies on the morning of your party and then fill them with a gruesome combination of confectionery spiders, worms and teeth. They look particularly good if stored in small kilner jars – almost as if they are part of some mad scientist’s experiments which he has displ...