When Jack Johnson released his song 'Banana Pancakes' in 2005, I spent many a car journey singing along. I had absolutely no idea what they might taste like. So when I found myself faced with a few bananas past their best, I thought it was time to give them a try. ... Read More
Healthy family meals to get you through January without using the ‘diet’ word
Lose weight, exercise more, drink less. These are probably the three most common New Year's resolutions that you’ve half-heartedly signed up for in Januarys past. But what then if you’re starting the new year pregnant? What do we pledge then? Of course there are plenty of things we can promise to do to make us a better person. Be kinder to ourselves, give more to ... Read More
Sprouts: Love them or hate them?
Forget the Marmite argument, one thing that's guaranteed to divide opinion at Christmastime is humble Brussels sprout. It seems though, that there is actually a completely scientific reason to explain why Brussels sprouts cause such fuss year after year. You may be genetically programmed to hate them Students from The Eden Project, have found that Brussels sprouts contain ... Read More
Healthy Christmas foods for kids
If I had to pick a favourite time of the year, it would have to be Christmas. This might not be the biggest surprise given my latest posts. I love everything about the festive period from seeing family and friends, wearing dodgy Christmas jumpers, putting up twinkly lights, watching cheesy films and the music we hear over and over again. Nothing ever gets too ... Read More
Our afternoon tea with Santa
I have an admission to make... Over the past few years, I’ve started to enjoy a trip to the garden centre. There, I said it. It’s out. With the combination of pretty flowers, unusual gifts, novelty food, and usually a cafe with some kind of kids play area, how could any parent resist? At Christmas, they become even more of a favourite of mine too. Back in the day, ... Read More