I was recently invited to a cookery masterclass that explored Mexican culture through its cuisine and specifically Tamales at Mestizo London restaurant tocelebrate the release of Disney Pixar’s COCO on Blu-ray & DVD. Tamales are steamed, corn-husk-clad masa delights. They areMexican-style comfort food thatcan be eaten for breakfast or as a twilight snack. Coco is one of…
I personally cannot wait to see this live action version of the Walt Disney’s 1941 Classic animation Dumbo, which has alwaysbeen one of my favouritemovies from my childhood. This film will also bring a new generation to love a classic tale. We have to wait until March 2019, though, as this is the release date of this new Disney film.
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This new live-action feature…
Great Pubs of London(Updated edition) byGeorge Daileyis a beautifully illustrated bookpublished byPrestelwhich showcases the best pubs in the capital, many gems I have never heard from and that I will visit soon. For centuries the pub has been an essential part of London’s cultural and social fabric. This beautifully illustrated book takes readers…
On 5th July, DK is publishing a new book full of projects with aStar Wars™theme,Star Wars Maker Lab. My son andI had a sneak preview and absolutely loved it.
Star Wars™ Maker Labfeatures 20 galactic projects that teach children how to become a master of science, in both the real world and theStar Warsgalaxy. The greatest feature of this…
The Tiger Who Came to Tea Party book is our favourite activity book of the Summer and is being published for the 50th anniversary of the original book this year. It is based on The Tiger Who Came to Tea which is a classic story Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest by Judith Kerr that was first published fifty years ago. Believe it or not,The Tiger has been coming to Tea for 50 glorious…
Father’s Day is coming up (Sunday,17 June 2018)and The RAF 100 book is the ideal gift for any for any fans of historical airplanes, war history and engineering as well as collectors of RAF memorabilia. I am none of that but still loved flipping through the pages and looking at the stunning original photography. It is great value at £25 because the volume looks expensive and…
One of the most beloved characters from Star Wars has finally his own movie spin off. I am talking about Han Solo, smuggler, scoundrel, hero.Solo: A Star Wars Story is released in UKcinemas today. Read the verdict from our new film critic Isaac Martin and why he thinks you should watch it.
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Harrison Ford is not part of this movie because the story explores the duo Han…
Show Dogs is a dogtastic and pawsome detective comedy with talking dogs. A great film to watch during school holidays.Show Dogs is out in UK cinemas today.
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Max, a gruff NYPD K9 unit Rottweiler, inadvertently blows Federal Agent Frank Mosley’s cover in an operation to catch the smugglers of a baby panda known as Ling-Li.
However, Max manages to corner one of…
Aardman’s Early Man DVD is finally released! It’s one of London Mums’ favouriteanimations so far in 2018 and we are currently giving away three moviemerchandising bundles to celebrate the occasion.Early Man is available on digital downloadfrom 21 MAY 2018 and on DVD, Blu-ray™ and 4K UHD from 28 MAY 2018.
Unsurprisingly the latest Aardman’s…
The Royal Wedding of Megan Markle and Prince Harry is the highlight of this Spring and Signature Entertainment are releasing a romantic comedy starring Meghan Markle calledA Random Encounter(aka Random Encounters)on DVD and Digital HD (7th May 2018).
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A Random Encounter is a roller-coaster ride that proves finding your Prince Charming can be a right royal…