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Spooky books and movies for children who like a thrill
By Kelly Beswick on 27/10/2010 13:19:30
Nothing thrills like a good Gothic tale, be it a book or a film
Gothic booksInto The Forest by Anthony Browne (Walker Books, £5.99)A fantastic book to put the fear into young children, while older ones will enjoy reading it for themselves. Playing on a young boy’s anxieties, Children’s Laureate Anthony Browne takes readers on a journey where ...
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Spooky spaghetti
By Junior on 01/10/2008 00:00:00
Sausages look remarkably like fingers buried in worms in this scary recipe!
Serves 2–4Ingredients1 onion, peeled and chopped2 tbsp olive oilA knob of butter8 ripe tomatoes, peeled, deseeded and cut in quarters200g (7oz) spaghetti50g (13/4oz) butter Mini sausages, cookedGrated Parmesan cheeseSalt and pepper, to tastePlastic spiders, to serveMethodFirst, m...
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Fun and Spooky Events
By Junior on 21/10/2009 15:13:00
and decorating a spooky haunted house!The events will take place at their Ledbury Road, Pavillion Road, Brompton Road and Richmond stores between 12pm and 4pm, so be there and prepare to be scared...
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Spooky snacks for Hallowe’en
By Annabel Karmel on 06/09/2010 13:43:24
Enjoy a frightful feast with these devilishly delectable treats
-to-roll white icing1 tube of black writing icing MethodDariole moulds are the ideal shape for these spooky little cakes, but you could cheat and use a mini chocolate Swiss roll under the white icing. Beat together the butter, sugar and vanilla essence until
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Joe Blogs has gone all spooky Johnny Depp!
By Joe on 21/10/2010 19:15:17
Shiver me Timbers? Who's the freaky Captain Jack Sparrow lookalike?
Hi, me hearties. 'Tis me, Pirate Joe.So why the bed-head hairdo, you might ask? Well, 'tis because I am a ghostly deathly pirate come back from the dead to spook ye out for Hallowe'en. Nah, actually, it's cos I ran away when my mummy tried to brush my hair, but personally I think...
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Creepy And Covetable Hallowe'en Buys
By Fiona McKim on 27/09/2011 09:47:47
Get into the spooky spirit with these stylish shopping options
Limited edition orange Hello Kitty £20 Build A Bear Workshop
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Hallowe'en Cupcakes from The Hummingbird Bakery
By on 07/10/2010 14:58:51
Pumpkins are not just for lanterns – these tasty Hallowe'en treat really pack a pumpkin punch. Add spooky decorations or mini marzipan pumpkins for a final touch!
Pumpkin cupcakesThese cupcakes are popular at Halloween and Thanksgiving. The light sprinkling of ground cinnamon over the Cream Cheese Frosting gives them a pretty finish.120 g plain flour140 g caster sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon,plus extra to deco...
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Coraline
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 14/04/2010 18:58:50
Haunting odd-ball tale comes to life on screen
by Henry Selick, of The Nightmare Before Christmas fame, the film has a decidedly spooky flavour.With her irritable parents constantly glued to their computers, an inquisitive Coraline sets off to explore the house, counting windows and doors for want
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Hallowe'en and Half-term events
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 08/10/2010 10:22:14
A feast of hallowe'en and holiday activities around the UK
NorthYork Maze Hallowe’en FestivalOctober 23–31Haunted tractor and trailer rides, witch’s grotto, pumpkin carving and spooky makeovers. Time: 10am–4.30pm. Cost: £8.95 (adults), £7.95 (children). Elvington Lane, York YO19 5LT. For details, see www
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Fiendishly tempting Hallowe'en treats
By Fiona McKim on 28/09/2011 15:45:19
Sink your fangs into our pick of the best Hallowe'en goodies
Cookie bouquet by imageonfood £20 from Waitrose (selected stores)
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