childcare.So how do you choose your resort? See our highlights for the coming season to help you find the perfect family ski resort.

your own gilt-edged throne? Made by Belgian furniture designers, Sixinch, the regal Louis II, is perfect for the occasion. I can just see you with your feet dangling over the edge, your tiara slightly awry, and your glass of fizzy lemonade raising a

-fat yogurt or fromage frais.To drink, water is great, or a fruit smoothie drink, diluted with water if you prefer, as fruit is a great source of Vitamin C and also aids iron absorption. Innocent Smoothies for Kids provide the perfect portion size, or try

Harry has won over hearts with his wizardly exploits – and he's super-cute in his mini Lego figure incarnation. This Lego Hogwart's Castle includes professors Lupin and Sprout, along with Harry's pals Neville and Gregory, plus a Death Eater and Dementor – and an exploding bridge!...

Dorayaki, a delicious dessert of Japanese pancake with custard filling and raspberry sauce – the perfect sweet finale for a fulfilling afternoon.Details and contact: For YO! Sushi locations around the UK, visit www.yosushi.com

Love Harry Potter? Yep. Love Lego. Yes siree. Well, put the two together and you have the perfect winning combination with these brand-new sticker books from DK. Choose from Hogwarts Collection or Magical Adventures Collection, each book features

The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle (Puffin, £5.99)Not many children’s books achieve worldwide sales that would humble a U2 album, but Eric Carle’s classic picture book about a caterpillar munching his way to becoming a beautiful butterfly has sold 22 million copies.Carle h...

to make a nifty serving box – perfect for picking out your chips before scooping up a hearty dose of guacamole (though Jacob told us his new supply of avocados wasn’t quite as creamy as he’d hoped. Such are the trials of seasonable sourcing…). Our meal

and Limassol, this all-suites hotel is a perfect place to come for peace and quiet – but proximity to all the sights. All the suites overlook a magnificent infinity pool, one of the largest on the island. There’s a taverna by the beach, a smart restaurant

Guilty pleasures or groovy greats? Founders and curators of Camp Bestival, Rob and Josie da Banks, select their favourite summer songs:■  Over And Over by Hot Chip ■  Higher Ground  by Stevie Wonder■  (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher And Higher by Jackie Wilson■  Kooks by Davi...