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Four simple rules for restaurant dining with children
By Catherine O'Dolan on 30/09/2010 18:30:52
The essential ingredients to happy family dining courtesy of Sara Galvin
Sara Galvin, wife of chef Chris Galvin, and mother of Jessica, 15, George, 14, and Joey, 11, and Front-of-House patron of Galvin La Chapelle, gives her recipe for successful family dining:1. Involve your child in every conversation, play word games
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Look What I Found Today: Pookie & Peach Creatures
By Catherine O'Dolan on 05/11/2010 11:28:10
A touch of glue and a little handicraft is all you need to make this divine little festive family
Too-wit too-woo, who could resist this gorgeous crew of cute creatures? What's more, they will encourage your child's artistic talents as they come flat-packed, so your child can get to work with glue and scissors to bring them to life. Made from recycled paper using eco inks, th...
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The May Fair Hotel Film Club
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/09/2010 12:08:00
Enjoy a leisurely Sunday brunch followed by a family movie at The May Fair Hotel
family movie every third Sunday of the month. The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, London, W1J 8LT. For details, tel: 020 75769 4041; www.themayfairhotel.co.uk/filmfood
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London Life
By Catherine O'Dolan on 30/05/2011 21:32:25
Take up residence in swish Mayfair for a truly enjoyable experience – The Athenaeum deservedly wins our Best UK Family Hotel Award
your own version of splendour in the grass νThe Athenaeum, 116 Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 7BJ. Tel: 020 7499 3464; www.athenaeumhotel.com
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Shock, horror! Restaurant Bans Children
By Catherine O'Dolan on 11/10/2010 18:11:17
Your toddler's in meltdown mode in a crowded restaurant – do we expect tolerance or tuts from fellow diners?
they calm down, instead of evicting them entirely – which is the general consensus of restaurateurs, who say they are happy to welcome families but in return they expect parents to keep their children in order.What's your view on this subject? Visit our
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WYCHWOOD FESTIVAL: JUNE 3-5
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/05/2011 15:48:33
Junior's Festival Guide checks out Wychwood 2011
rent a SoulPad sleeping up to five for £219. What does it cost Adult weekend tickets £115 plus £20 camping; 10–15 years £55; 5–9 years, £15; under-fives are free. Day tickets also available. Extend your stay The charming Regency town of Cheltenham Spa
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Rachel Allen
By Catherine O’Dolan on 17/04/2010 19:11:58
Q&A with the television chef and author of Rachel's Favourite Food
Rachel Allen, author of Rachel's Favourite Food and mother of Josh, 10, Lucca, seven, and Scarlett Lily, one reveals her foodie secrets What’s your earliest food memory? I do remember being taught to milk a cow when I was about five
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The Glamping Season starts here…
By Catherine O'Dolan on 19/06/2012 15:21:15
With the festival season creeping up fast, here's some glamping tips from Karma Canvas to help you reside in style
at the following festivals this summer: Lounge On The Farm; Lubstock; 2000 Trees; The Magic Loungeabout; Y Not Festival; Strawberry Fields and Just So Festival Owner of Karma Canvas and glamping aficionado Andrea Spence offers these timely tips for happy campers:1
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YO! Sushi
By Catherine O'Dolan on 18/04/2010 16:09:27
Perfect dining in pint-sized portions
no such hesitation, choosing from an exciting selection of sushi, as well as some hot dishes ordered from the kitchen. With prices of the colour-coded plates ranging from £1.70 to £5, Nigiri (oblong rice with salmon or prawn) were popular staples, though Joe
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Edible Easter Eats
By Catherine O'Dolan on 18/04/2011 15:58:17
Easter comes but once a year, so let's indulge in some gorgeous confection that looks good enough to eat!
These arboreal decorations are just too darn cute! Exclusive to Harrods, these unique edible trees are created by hand – and very soon devoured by mouth!
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