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Recipes Boxes from Cook School

Cook School recipe boxes have become very familiar over the last eighteen months in our household. Florence is a huge fan of the Cook School club and is always delighted to find a box waiting at the doorstep for her. Founded by food educator and award-winning children’s cookbook author Amanda Grant, has developed these fabulous ...

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Fabric bowl covers and other reusable kitchen supplies

I met Charlotte, the founder of Wabi Paris, through my first e-course in 2019 -- back when her business was just an idea. Over the last few years I have watched her business unfold and go from strength to strength. What a wonderful thing to witness! What started with an idea of fabric bowl covers ...

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Two autumn bakes to warm up the soul

I love autumn and all its glorious colours. Wrapping up in cosy layers, going for long, slow walks, and baking. There is nothing better in autumn then baking. It warms up the home and the smell of autumnal spices is so good. I wanted to share with you two of our favourite autumn bakes. The ...

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Turmeric Orange Lemonade

It has been citrus season here in Australia and our local roadside stalls are filled with oranges and lemons. Coincidentally, Michael recently harvested loads of fresh ginger and turmeric from our garden. When I offered some to a friend, she told me I should be making the Turmeric Lemonade from Amy Chaplin's cookbook, At Home ...

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Eat your way to better health and wellbeing

We've all heard the saying, 'you are what you eat' but how much does our diet really influence our wellbeing and what does this look life for a busy parent? We asked Nutritional expert and Babyccinokids contributor Lyndsay Bettles to talk through her journey with nutrition and the simple changes that we can all make ...

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A delicious Danish Dream Cake to cure your wanderlust

In a time when we can't travel as much as we'd all like, you've got to find new ways to explore... This Danish Dream Cake is the perfect opportunity to be transported overseas. It's quick, fun and simple to make and only uses a handful of basic ingredients. As the name suggests, it's pure heaven. ...

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The Simplest Daal

I have a deep appreciation for meals such as this daal and it amazes me every time how with a few simple (and cheap) ingredients you can achieve such a beautifully vibrant and nutritious dish. We eat this weekly in some form or other- sometimes crowned with a fried egg or leftover sweet potato or ...

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Three delicious French recipes to cook with children

In honour of those celebrating Bastille Day today, I thought I would share with you some seriously delicious French recipes I use to teach French cooking with my small cooking classes for children. I truly believe the best way to discover a new country is through food. It helps us to connect with the people ...

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10 Minute Suppers for Children by Poppy Fraser

I recently discovered Poppy Fraser's wonderful book, 10 Minute Suppers for Children. It is a genius of a recipe book, perfect for families who need some quick, healthy, inspirational suppers for their children. These recipes are just so simple and so nutritious, I find this little book perfect to dip in and out of on ...

RECIPES

Three Summer Salads to Enjoy Al Fresco

Finally it's summertime here in Scotland! We have been enjoying our days lighting the bbq and making up some lovely salads. I thought it would be fun to share our go-to salads with you. They are super simple to make and great for light lunches or bbq suppers. Equally they are lovely enjoyed in a ...

CELEBRATIONS

Sandcastle Cake -- a show-stopping centrepiece

We had a very little birthday party celebration for our two year old, since we had just arrived the night before to our little holiday getaway by the beach. So to keep it very simple, I used some seashells as decorations, and then the seashell necklaces made years before for as accessories for her siblings! ...

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Honeycomb - a delicious sweet treat and a recipe to share

A super sweet treat, honeycomb is such a fun activity to bake with children. Watching the mixture bubble up is like watching a seriously exciting science lesson! Once made, broken up into chunky shards it is devoured by the whole family. Even better crushed onto vanilla ice cream makes for a fun summery dessert. Ingredients ...

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Victoria Sponge Heart Cupcakes -- Perfect for any picnic or tea party!

I recently made these sweet little cupcakes for my eight year old daughter's birthday picnic and simply had to share them as they are so delicious, and so perfectly pretty too. Victoria Sponge Cake, a staple of a British tea or celebration, is essentially a cupcake sandwich. A simple vanilla cake, filled and topped with ...

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Easy Oven-Baked Butternut Falafel

Falafel is a big lunchtime staple in our house and whilst I'm sure most of you are thinking that making your own falafel sounds a bit of a faff I really promise you these aren’t. I usually roast the butternut and onions whilst I'm cooking something else and then basically all you need is to ...

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Happy and Whole by Magdalene Roze - Recipes to Nourish the Family

I came across Magdalena's gorgeous recipes through Courtney's instagram page and when I saw Magdalena had a cookbook out I knew I would love it. Happy and Whole has become one of my favourite books to use for the family. It is filled to the brim with delicious recipes to enjoy throughout the year. Recipes ...

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Yellow Thai Curry -- ready in 15 minutes!

I find that Thai curries tow the line perfectly between feeling fresh and nourishing but also super comforting. My Green Thai Curry recipe is one of my most searched for recipes but I have a big soft spot for this Yellow Thai. It's packed full of goodness and takes 15 minutes to make -- my ...

EASTER RECIPES

Little Lemon Shortbreads

This lemon shortbread is such a delicious and easy one to bake with your children. The zing of the lemon really cuts through the butter making it such a fresh spring treat. Here's the recipe for you to enjoy. Ingredients:- 4 oz butter zest of 1 lemon 2 oz caster sugar 6 oz plain flour ...

EASTER RECIPES

Raw Chocolate Mendiants for the Easter Table

Mendiants, these little bite-sized discs of melted chocolate and fruits, have become a firm favourite in our house to make. Traditionally served at Christmas time we have given them a spring twist and shall serve these at our Easter table on our super cute rabbit board with a sprinkling of pink blossoms. So pretty and ...

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Celebrating Spring with Orange Blossom Cakes

Spring is upon us! Isn't it wonderful waking to the sound of birds singing and feel a warmer breeze through the windows. The longer days and light blue skies - just perfect. Spring is absolutely my favourite season with the primroses flowering and the blossoms appearing on the trees. One of my favourite recipes I ...

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Chocolate Guinness Cake perfect for St Patrick's Day

I like cake. For our wedding nearly ten years ago we had a cake buffet with four cakes at the end of the night, because I could simply not choose just one favourite cake for the occasion. One of our cakes was Chocolate Guinness Cake, or stout cake. Not because I love stout beer, or ...

FOR MUMS

A Mother's Day Guide (to print out and pass on)

Hello Mamas! In many countries it is Mothering Sunday or Mother's Day this weekend, (including here in the UK) and so we wanted to create a mini cheat sheet of our favourites recipes and ideas to make the day extra special! We know what we would love to make an extra special day -- no ...

RECIPES

Courgette Loaf -- a healthy snack children will love

It's no secret we love to bake and we've realised one of the advantages of lockdown is that we have far more time on our hands after school to bake. I've been testing out a few more vegetable based bakes so I can sneek some extra nutrients into the girls during their snack time. They ...

CHRISTMAS RECIPES

Spiced Kinderglühwein punch, a wintry German tradition

Every year from late November to early January, Germans enjoy having some warm Glühwein! It's such a festive drink, and there would be no holiday season without it. So, since moving to Germany, we have joined in the tradition, and love making our own Glühwein at home during the colder months. It is a little ...

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