Okay, so we know that learning to use a knife and fork properly can be sufficiently challenging for a young child, but there's something rather exciting – not to mention – authentic about using chopsticks, so give it a try!Here's a some tips for the dextrous and more patient amon...

Christmas Cake Kit, £20What could be finer than creating your very own Christmas cake with a little help from Fortnum & Mason? Doing it yourself in style also means you can omit any pesky adult ingredients that your child doesn't enjoy.Available in store from Fortnum & Mason.

affordably and well, you need to have basic cooking skills. Secondly, it’ll shake up the system, as the supply chain has got too low with food being traded too many times before it gets to our plates.”What are your plans for 2013? “I’ll be opening lots of new

ever cooked? Egg fried rice, and it tasted pretty good if I say so myself.What's your food guilty pleasure? Crisps of all kinds. I do like a good packet of crisps.What would be your perfect family meal? Steamed fish with ginger, stir-fried greens

, an art room and a library.The resort also boasts outdoor screenings of family films, junior treatments at the Six Senses Spa and watersports. Parents can enjoy wine-tasting or Thai cooking classes.Prices start from £1,982 per night for a family of four

Lovebird Children’s Apron Keep mini-masterchefs’ mess to a minimum, £13.99 from The Pea’s Knees

wine vinegar1 tbsp mirin (sweetened rice wine)1 tbsp finely grated ginger1½ tsp lime juice40g brown sugarMethodPlace the noodles in a medium saucepan and cover with boiling water. Cook over a medium heat for about 6 minutes or until they are just tender

secret portion of fruit.Ingredients2 eggs225g (8oz) wholegrain flour3 tsp baking powder300ml (1/2 pint) apple juice1/2 vanilla pod, seeds scraped or 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for cookingTo serve400g (14oz) fresh

The Moomins Cook Book by Tove Jansson and Sami Malila (SelfMadeHero, £12.99) is a beautifully illustrated introduction to Finnish cuisine.PancakesMakes 14 pancakesIngredients80g (3oz) wheat flour20g (3/4oz) barley flour 500ml (18fl oz) milk1/2 tsp

Go festive with foodWhat better way to conjure up some festive spirit than by making your own delicious decorations or edible gifts?Home baking is also a great activity to enjoy with your child - all the fun of measuring and weighing, the joy of decorating and of course taste-tes...