Forget the reindeer, the mistletoe and even the tree – Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without SPUDS. The humble roast potato beat turkey, stuffing and Christmas pudding as the most popular food on December 25. Carrots took the second spot ahead of turkey, gravy, stuffing, ‘pigs in blankets’, parsnips, sprouts, Christmas pud and Yorkshire pudding. And a survey of 2,000 …

As part of National Chocolate Week (10-16 October), Christmas around the corner and the Stress-Less Weaning campaign, Babymoov’s nutritionist, Julia Wolman, provides some valuable advice on giving the nation’s favourite sweet treat – chocolate – to your little one.   The sugar issue – Current weaning advice recommends that you avoid giving sugary foods such as chocolate to babies during …

A self-taught baker has created a stunning life–sized model of Swan Lake – using tens of thousands of RICE KRISPIES. Talented Emma Morris, 46, spent eight days baking and icing a 2ft-high swan – complete with a 5ft 4in model ballerina. The delicious designs, which are entirely edible, are made from 80kg (1,76lb) of Rice Krispies, 30kg (66lb) of sugar …

Entertain the Kids were asked to try the new Del Monte Squeezie, when they arrived William (age7) couldn’t wait to try them. William tried 3 flavours and loved them all, I managed to persuade him to save some and we made an ice-cream sundae, layering vanilla ice cream with squeezie fruit puree. In order of William’s favourite first, these are …

Castlemil is a new brand of infant nutrition products. Castlemil’s range of baby cereals are available online on Castlemil Shop and are stocked in all Iceland Food Warehouse stores. The cereals RRP at £2 each and are available in a variety of tastes and textures for every stage of weaning. Flavours include Creamy Banana Porridge (125g), Creamy Oat Porridge (125g), …

Imagine the look on your children’s faces when they open their presents on Christmas morning to find they feature in their favourite Ladybird storybook… William (age7) was delighted to see his name in print… his very own book… running around squealing with delight “look mum, dad, that’s my name”. We certainly had no problem reading that night. Not just for …

As part of their Stress-Less weaning programme, Babymoov has selected some of its most popular recipes featuring delicious, seasonal root vegetables to demonstrate just how easy it can be to get babies and toddlers eating the recommended five-a-day.  From first taste purees, to healthy treats, all the recipes included are quick and easy to prepare, especially with the help of …

New Sun-Pat® Peanut Butter research into childhood dreams reveals that we’re a nation of achievers; 15.6M Brits have pursued their dreams in life. Olympic gold medal winning swimmer Adam Peaty and TV presenter Helen Skelton live out their own childhood dreams as part of a nationwide competition from Sun-Pat to make dreams come true for a day. In summary, the …

From a real reindeer sanctuary to a French Christmas market and Santa Parade, the historic town will be oozing with family fun this festive season The historic town of Basingstoke* has this Christmas all wrapped up with an extravaganza of festive family events throughout November and December including: a real reindeer sanctuary, a Santa parade and old-fashioned style grotto.  A …

Pick of the Pubs Five Top Isle of Wight Pubs for British Pub Week 28 October-5 November marks national Pub Week in Great Britain. It is a week of celebrations and events that aim to get people back into local pubs. As a great autumnal destination, visitors to the Isle of Wight are spoilt for choice with so many country …