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Carluccio’s Pasta Making Tips
By Clay Johnson on 05/10/2010 12:27:16
Make perfect pasta with these tips from the Italian specialists
We’ve included a recipe for fresh pasta (below). But first, here are some top tips from Carluccio’s to perfect your pasta:- Whisk the eggs well before adding them to the flour- Don’t add all the egg at once – add 75 per cent, then add more
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How to deal with bullying
By Clay Johnson on 05/10/2010 12:49:08
Five tips on what to do if your child is being bullied
1. If you discover that your child is being bullied, don’t rush off to confront the bully, the bully’s parents or the head teacher at the school. This approach can cause the bullying to get worse. 2. Listen to your child as objectively as possible and try not to get angry o...
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How to enjoy a good night's sleep
By Clay Johnson on 05/10/2010 12:22:20
A baby that won’t sleep can affect your whole family. Try our tips for a silent night
• Get your baby used to a night-time routine from day one. She probably won’t start to go to sleep when you want her to, but it will mean there’s already a routine in place she’s used to when she’s of an age that she can respond to one.• When you’re establishing a routine, ...
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How to book an ethical holiday
By Clay Johnson on 23/02/2011 16:01:13
Thinking of booking a holiday? From reducing your air miles to protecting wildlife, here’s how to choose an eco-friendly getaway
destination The Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) has a strict code of conduct for its members, encouraging them to protect the environment, respect local cultures, and minimise pollution. One tip they offer families is to teach your children a
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Spring games to play
By Clay Johnson on 23/02/2011 15:50:41
Welcome in a fabulously fun season with a host of outdoor activities
Egg rollingEach player has a hard-boiled egg identified by its colour, decoration or a felt-tip-penned initial (decorating can be another day’s activity). Then, to play, just stand at the top of a hill and roll. The fastest to the bottom
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Peggy Porschen's Bride and Groom Cookies
By Clay Johnson on 21/02/2011 14:42:58
Getting into the spirit of the upcoming royal wedding with these fun bride and groom cookies
with each colour. Snip a small tip off the bag with black icing and pipe the outline of each groom in a steady smooth line. Do the same with the white icing on the bride cookies. Cover the bags with cling film or damp cloth to prevent the icing drying out
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