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Perfect picnics
On 20/04/2010 in Days Out
Set the family up for an afternoon at one of these 10 gorgeous picnic spots
1. Brownsea Island, Dorset This is the famous birthplace of Scouting, and children will love the Smuggler’s Trail and there are plenty of picnic spots. Tel: 01202 707744 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk 2. Sheffield Park Garden, East
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Picnic ideas: Cheese Straws
On 10/05/2013 in Recipes
A savoury party classic that's perfect for children's picnics too
minutes so they crisp up. Serve with a creamy yoghurt and chive dipMore perfect picnic ideas... Rainbow slaw, Banoffee Plant Pots, Good Old Sausage Rolls
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Picnic ideas: Good Old Sausage Rolls
On 10/05/2013 in Recipes
A tasty party snack or perfect picnic bite for your family
in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until puffed up and golden brown.Recipes adapted from Perfect Day For A Picnic by Tori Finch (Ryland Peters & Small, £16.99)More perfect picnic ideas... Rainbow slaw, Cheese Straws, Banoffee plant pots
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Picnic ideas: Rainbow Slaw
On 10/05/2013 in Recipes
A crunchy, zingy slaw that should tempt even the fussiest child to eat her veg
of the orange, the lemon juice and the dill. Add the grated carrot and beetroot, sliced apple and fennel and mix together well. Season the slaw with salt and pepper and, finally, sprinkle over the poppy seeds to garnish.More perfect picnic ideas... Cheese
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Three perfect pieces of picnic kit
On 14/05/2013 in Food & Lifestyle Shopping
Blankets and cool bags and bowls, oh my!
Kissing Rabbits BlanketMakes a seat of any surface, £36 by Anorak
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Tori Finch's banoffee plant pots
On 08/05/2013 in Recipes
A perfect picnic dessert for young and old alike
by hiding the pots around the picnic area and get the children to hunt them out, rather like an Easter egg hunt, but with flower pots. The ultimate test: to distinguish between the real and the edible! You can also make them in glasses, if you prefer
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Meet the creator of Foxly’s Feast
On 31/05/2011 in Children's Book Awards
Illustrator Owen Davey muses on ginger locks, picnics and old Parisian posters
have pointed out the similarities between it and Foxly’s Feast. It’s not surprising because it’s a book I really admire, although I'd consciously imitate it.What would bring to your own picnic?My favourite picnic foods are freshly made bread, olives
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Junior's shopping list this month
On 01/06/2010 in Interiors
This month sees animal prints, Cecelia picnic ware, a mug and spoon gift set on Junior's wishlist
* This suave crocodile is Claude and he is one of 12 fun animal prints by artist Jane Massey. Each one is signed and dated, measures 30x40cm and costs £20 from Notonthehighstreet.com * The stunning striped Cecelia picnic ware is both colourful
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Junior's shopping list this month
On 01/08/2010 in Interiors
Our shopping list this month includes a JJ Cole picnic blanket, a Bird Nest Soup tray, and more
* Want to picnic in style? JJ Cole has a great picnic blanket for lazy days outside. The water-resistant Essentials comes in red and grey, grey and blue or cocoa bubbles. Priced €34.95.* Bring smiles to your summer tea parties with Donna Wilson
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Fabulous food-inspired toys
On 31/12/2012 in Food & Lifestyle Shopping
Foodie fun from pretty cakes to picnic sets - and all calorie free!
Wooden Ice Lolly Set £15 from Great Little Trading Co.
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