Product reviews

'Barbie' finally gets her period after 50 years - An exclusive chat with Nickolay Lamm, creator of the non skinny 'normal' Lammily doll

As the editor of the London Mums magazine I regularly cover new toys with particular focus on dolls and, in that category, fashion dolls are the toys I am interested in. I also consider myself a real Barbie ‘expert’ with a collection of 300+ vintage Barbies and fashion dolls. When a new doll comes to the market, I cannot resist the temptation of buying it. It’s thrilling and…
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Attractions

BRICK 2015 - Europe's biggest Lego experience for families & all Lego fans is back - Excel, 11 – 13 DECEMBER 2015

After the phenomenal success of the inaugural BRICK show at London’s ExCeL last year, the immersive LEGO extravaganza returns for three days of LEGO fuelled family fun.  BRICK 2015  the ultimate family event of the year as Europe’s largest LEGO experience comes to the Excel this December – 11th – 13th DECEMBER. Packed to the brim with amazing activities and attractions, the show…
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Great Indoors

Disney Christmas Magic in the name of love

Disney has accompanied us all for generations and I am so thankful for the genius of Walt Disney for believing in his ideas and pursuing his dreams. Disney has created so many magical moments during my lifetime and still does. From Toy Story and Finding Nemo, to the sisterly love of Frozen, no one brings families together like Disney. My 9 year son Diego and I recently attended a star studded…
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Recipes

London Mums go to cookery school: Mexican Fiesta – Salt Chocolate Pot with Tequila and Orange Granita part 3

In the third part of the Mexican Fiesta workshop at the Waitrose Cookery School we learnt how to make Salt Chocolate Pot with Tequila and Orange Granita. This is a very rich dessert and despite all the detailed instructions in this article it is super easy to make. You will impress your guests with it. Guaranteed! Ingredients (Serves 2) For the Granita: 200ml Orange Juice…
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Movies

Film review: A Christmas Star

This Christmas’ movie A Christmas Star is a modern fairy tale with traditional family values and positive ending released by Belfast-based children’s charity Cinemagic and Signature Entertainment in UK cinemas nationwide from 13th November 2015 and on DVD, Blu-Ray, EST and VOD from 23rd November, 2015. The Story Starring film and TV’s elite, A Christmas Star tells the story of Noel, a…
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Competitions

WIN 1 of 5 copies of MINIONS DVDs

To celebrate the return of everyone’s favourite goggle-wearing, yellow sidekicks, London Mums are giving 5 lucky winners the chance to take home the biggest animated film of the year, as MINIONS is released on Blu-ray™ 3D, Blu-ray™ and DVD on 16th November 2015 from Universal Pictures (UK) and Illumination Entertainment. MINIONS begins at the dawn of time, following the Minions as they…
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Recipes

London Mums go to cookery school: Mexican Fiesta - Margarita tiger prawns & Mexican side dishes part 2

In the second part of the workshop at the Waitrose Cookery School we learnt how to make Margarita tiger prawns, chipotle crema slaw and smoked paprika corn. This is an extremely nutritious, healthy and tasty recipe that even children will enjoy. It’s perfect for day-to-day family meals as well as a Mexican Fiesta themed party. Ingredients (Serves 4) 10 Tiger prawns, peeled, head and…
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Competitions

Win a Snoopy and Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie merchandise pack

To celebrate the new release of Snoopy and Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie London Mum’s are giving away huge Snoopy Goody Bag including Charlie Brown T-Shirt, Key Rings, Kennel and Snoopy ears. Loveable loser, Charlie Brown has packed his favourite zig-zag t-shirt and will be arriving in Westfield Stratford on the 21st November with his best friend Snoopy. Charlie Brown and Snoopy will be…
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Recipes

London Mums go to cookery school: Mexican Fiesta - Enchiladas part 1

When London Mums were invited to Waitrose Cookery School to learn how to prepare a 3-course meal for a Mexican Fiesta, I knew I was going to enjoy myself but did not expect to love it so much. The first recipe of our Mexican Fiesta is Enchiladas made from scratch. It is quite simple including making your own tortillas.  Ingredients (Serves 2-4) 2 Chicken thighs, bone in, and skin…
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Movies

Future Films Heads Up: ICE AGE: COLLISION COURSE (Summer 2016)

If you and your kids are fans of the Ice Age trilogy you will love this trailer teaser that Twentieth Century Fox has just presented for ICE AGE: COLLISION COURSE, arriving in cinemas Summer 2016. It is a proper well made animated short film. Enjoy! The Story and Cast Scrat’s epic pursuit of the elusive acorn catapults him into the universe where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic…
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