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Inspirational Mums: Rita Kobrak & her Italian holidays for mums

Here is another interview in my series of inspirational mums. This week I have chatted to Rita Kobrak about her Italian holidays for mums. She is the host of the London Mums’ Tuscan trip 19-23 June 2017 which mums and families can join. See details of how to book here. Rita and I all glammed up for an event in London Q: Tell us about yourself and family? RK: I have lived in London for…
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Movies

Film Review: The Boss Baby starring Alec Baldwin out 7 April 2017

There’s a new arrival joining the DreamWorks Animation family in 2017 and he’s a born leader… Twentieth Century Fox is delighted to present the first trailer for THE BOSS BABY. Based on the award winning picture book by Marla Frazee, THE BOSS BABY stars Alec Baldwin, Steve Buscemi, Jimmy Kimmel, Lisa Kudrow, Patton Oswalt, Miles Bakshi. Listen to director Tom McGrath talk…
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Books

Picture Book of the week: Taking Flight by Adam Hancher about the true story of the Wright brothers

The dream of flying is as old as human race. The inspirational true story of how the Wright brothers managed to get this dream into reality is now told in a beautiful picture book by Adam Hancher’s called Taking Flight. The Wright brothers and their quest to conquer the skies is now explained step-by-step to children and published to coincide with the anniversary of Wilbur Wright’s 150th…
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Recipes

Recipe: My Granny's Summer berries Jam (child-friendly)

My Granny’s recipe for Summer berries Jam is one of my 10 year old son’s Diego favourite ones, so much so that ahead of Mother’s Day he made two jars. It’s a super simple recipe. He did not need any supervision while making it. Ingredients (for 2 medium sized jam jars) 500 g mixed summer fruits (you can buy them frozen as they are cheaper. Asda sells them as…
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Activities

CBeebies’ hit animated series Sarah & Duck live on stage this Spring - Book Now!

The enchanting world of CBeebies’ hit animated series Sarah & Duck will be brought to life on stage for the first time this Spring. Featuring a host of wonderful characters from the BAFTA Award-winning show, embarking on a brand new adventure, Sarah & Duck’s Big Top Birthday will play at Polka Theatre from Thursday 6 April to Sunday 14 May 2017, with a UK Tour launching from Eastbourne…
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Travel with kids

Why Every Family Needs to Visit Ras al-Khaimah this year

Ras al-Khaimah has been dubbed the ‘Rising Emirate’ thanks to its status as the new jewel in the Emirates crown. This ancient land is now attracting huge investment, workers are flocking to take advantage of huge opportunities and holidaymakers are enjoying the wealth of affordable luxury resorts available. While the weather reaches high temperatures in the summer, it’s also not…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 3 sets of THE BOSS BABY goody bags

To celebrate the release of DreamWorks Animation’s THE BOSS BABY in cinemas this weekend, we have three sets of incredible THE BOSS BABY goody bags to giveaway! Featuring the voice talents of Alec Baldwin, Steve Buscemi, Lisa Kudrow and Jimmy Kimmel, THE BOSS BABY is a hilarious film for all the family. DreamWorks Animation and the director of Madagascar invite you to meet a most unusual baby.
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Movies

Blu-Ray Review: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them has finally arrived onto 4K Ultra HD, 3D, Blu-ray™, DVD and VOD. If you haven’t seen it yet, this is a brilliant opportunity to watch it over and over again. The bonus material in the Blu-Ray version is absolutely amazing with exclusive interviews with JK Rowling and the filmmakers. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them takes us to a new era of…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 5 copies of Nicolas on Holiday DVD

Based on René Goscinny and artist Jean-Jacques Sempé’s beloved character, Nicolas on Holiday is the exciting family adventure follow-up to the 2012 film Petit Nicolas. It’s the end of the school year. The long-awaited holidays have finally arrived. Petit Nicolas (Mathéo Boisselier) and his family head to the sea and move in to the Beau-Rivage Hotel. At the beach, Nicolas…
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Recipes

Recipe: My Granny's Yogurt cake (child-friendly)

This recipe for a simple yogurt cake is very child-friendly and is one of my Grandmother from Italy with a few modern variations. My 10 year-old son Diego has made it for me this Mother’s Day. It is such a simple cake that children can make it without supervision (except for when the cake needs to be put in the oven). You can make it for Birthday parties with inside filling of either jam or…
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