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Family fun for Independent Booksellers Week 2012
On 25/06/2012 in Days Out
From a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party to a nationwide Wally hunt, families can have a ball whilst supporting independent bookshops at this fiesta of local literature
, who will give an evocative reading from his new book of traditional Cumbrian folk tales.Mad Hatter’s Tea PartyJuly 7Step through the looking glass into Discover Story Centre in Stratford for this Alice In Wonderland themed jamboree. As well as meeting
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Hip hop in Berlin
On 02/11/2011 in Europe
Germany's capital city offers a cool festive break
of the city’s graffiti spots, then take a course on producing their own masterpieces. The more musically inclined can also have a lesson from one of the city’s top DJs to prepare for the party season. Children will be greeted at the hotel with a Christmas gift
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Monsoon and Accessorize Spring/Summer 2012
On 24/12/2011 in Shopping
Preview highlights from the Monsoon and Accessorize Spring/Summer 2012 collections
Monsoon's spring summer 2012 preview show was a-bloom with fresh styles and silhouettes. We were greeted by pink blossom trees and rose gardens, reflecting the (idealistic) British Summer. The Anglo theme continued with Union Jack accessories, party
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Next Summer 2010 TV ad campaign
On 23/04/2010 in Press shows & parties
A sneak preview of the new mini-movie from Next
America’s Route 66 – all set to a thumping feel-good soundtrack of the Dandy Warhol’s Bohemian Like You. On the way, the girls pull into a gas station and road-side diner, where they happen to meet a young group of groovy kids – all fashionably decked
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Cath Kidston A/W Highlights
On 11/05/2010 in Press shows & parties
A great new range of childrenswear from the queen of vintage chic
Jumpers just like your nan knitted – that’s what the cool kids will be wearing come winter if Cath Kidston has anything to do with it. For her forthcoming Autumn/Winter collection Kidston has expanded her childrenswear offering, including retro
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Shortlisted Best Toy Design (3 - 5 years) 2012 - Creative Cakes
On 20/05/2012 in Toy Awards
Imaginative playthings that inspire creativity and fun learning
Pastel-hued and cute as a button, this super-sweet Duplo set is unashamedly girly and perfect for a make-believe tea party. The unique design allows pre-schoolers to create cupcakes, muffins, meringues or a full sized birthday cake from any
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Family-friendly luxury in Antigua
On 07/12/2012 in Long-haul
The Curtain Bluff, Antigua, offers a unique beach holiday for the whole family
, FloridaIt's a perfectly pink party at Azul Fives, MexicoDestination Maldives: Treat your family to an idyllic island holiday
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Seek out the ultimate adventure play den in Thailand
On 03/01/2013 in Long-haul
Visit the Soneva Kiri resort in Koh Kood for play dens, spa treatments, cooking classes and much more
sharing an Ocean Villa Suite, with breakfast. For details, visit www.soneva.com.Read more...Party on down with the family at the Penha resort in PortugalSeek out palm tree lined beaches in the Dominican RepublicFun in the Marbella sun
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Mini Chocolate Profiteroles
On 03/05/2012 in Recipes
These are the same as classic Italian profiteroles, just a bit tinier.
IngredientsFor the choux pastry 50g butter, chilled and cubed65g plain flour, sifted twice2 eggs, beatenFor the chocolate sauce80g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)30g butter 2 tbsp double cream2 tbsp golden syrup300ml double cream MethodPreheat the oven to 200ºC (Gas Mark 6). To make t...
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The best summer days out in Wales
On 19/06/2012 in Days Out
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
at work on the various food stalls, listen to live music and watch traditional folk dancing. Jolly Totz FestivalJuly 14Billing itself as “the biggest arty party in Wales”, this inaugural event in Margam Country Park offers a plethora of family fun
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