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Superb children's masterclasses abroad
By Junior on 15/08/2011 14:38:02
From football to flamenco, children can learn vast amounts of sporting and cultural skills in these marvellous masterclasses from around the world
The newest trend in holidays is the eduvacation – as well as happy memories and sun-kissed cheeks, children can return home with a brand new skill, too. La Manga Club near Cartagena in south eastern Spain is a world-class golf resort ideal for sporty families. At the junior sport...
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How to be a Writer: Masterclass
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 21/07/2011 14:43:05
Fancy yourself as a super-scribe? Then put your best foot forward with our ten top writing tips...
Have you ever fancied yourself as a writer? Think you have the passion and flair to put together a witty and entertaining piece that people would love to read? We’ve teamed up with Silver Cross to launch an exciting competition for aspiring writers. All you have to do is send us ...
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Cooking for kids, with Aldo Zilli
By Catherine Hudson on 24/06/2011 10:56:55
Celebrity chef, Aldo Zilli gave us a masterclass in making healthy food for children. Here are some of the fantastic tips we came away with...
.Aldo's Masterclass TipsFruit and VegetablesA serving of fruit or vegetables is roughly equal to the amount that will fit into your child's hand.If you do use tinned make sure it is without added salt.Disguise the vegetables in soups, pizzas.Do not overcook fruit
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Joe Blogs Sculptor-in-Residence at The Grove hotel
By Joe on 15/06/2012 14:55:00
Smart Boy About Town gets in touch with his inner artist at the Kids Sculpture Masterclass at the Grove hotel
the summer, they are also showing lots of art around the gardens, in an exhibition called Expressions Of Movement.On my visit, they were also holding a special sculptor masterclass with one of the artisits, Stephen Charlton, who gave us some handy tips
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How to take Brilliant Photographs
By Catherine O'Dolan on 15/05/2012 17:44:42
Take a tip from award-winning photographer David Handley with his online masterclass
series of personal online lectures at My Photo School, filled with all those brilliants tricks of the trade that professional photographers use to brilliant effect. This masterclass is designed to teach you his methods of photographing children and babies
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Junior Chefs cook up some delicious treats at the Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington
By Catherine O'Dolan on 09/02/2012 18:06:26
Rustle up delightful cookies and delectable chocolates at these chef masterclasses for children – you even get to lick the spoon!
-walkers,football players, scampering children and occasional lovers walking hand in hand… The business of our one-night stay was for six-year-old Joe to hone his culinary skills at the Junior Chef masterclass. First, we had a leisurely evening a deux, including an early
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Ice Cream Cookies perfect for children's parties
By Juliet Sear on 10/01/2013 13:38:02
Whip up some divine decoration on ice-cream cookies with this mini masterclass by Fancy Nancy boutique cakeshop owner Juliet Sear
Being from Leigh-on-Sea, right on the seafront, I’ve got a soft spot for seaside-themed cookies and cakes. I love the jauntiness of seaside stuff! I am also a bit obsessed with Rossi’s, a famous ice-cream parlour on the seafront. So it didn’t take me long to come up with the idea...
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Joe Blogs celebrates Easter at Harrods
By Joe on 05/04/2012 15:41:45
Handmade chocolates and a delicious Harrods' egg, decorated by the Smart Boy About Town
Hi, it's me, Joe.Just taking time out of my busy schedule to perfect some of my culinary art in a spot of chocolate making. I stopped off at the Easter Masterclass at Harrods at the weekend, and look at my efforts. Not bad, eh?As well as my
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Joe Blogs goes to Bollywood
By Joe on 02/06/2010 13:57:54
Smart Boy About Town spends his last day savouring the many delights of Mumbai
to spoil me! He didn't disappoint. We started with a personal cookery masterclass with the chef. We cooked pizza – not very authentic Indian cuisine, I know, but the best pizza I've ever eaten. I looked very professional in my chef's whites and hat – my
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Celebrate Shakespeare's birthday
By Sophie Westnedge on 15/04/2013 15:33:57
Mark the Bard's birthday with a day of family fun at the Globe Theatre, London
packed programme of events inspired by Shakespeare’s creation the scorcerer Prospero, including hourly performances of supernatural scenes from his plays, masterclasses for children aged six plus, card tricks, the chance to perform on-stage, witches
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