TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Chocolate PorridgeRead More Recipe from https://www.theguthealthdoctor.com/recipes/chocolate-porridge/ Post author By The Mum Club Post date 16 February 2023 TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Chocolate Porridge Ingredients 90g bio & me super seedy & nutty porridge oats 1 x banana 2 x medjool dates 250ml oat milk, or milk of choice 1tsp cacao powder or cocoa powder A pinch of sea salt Toppings (optional) Dark chocolate chunks Berries Banana Coconut chips Method 1. Blend half the super seedy & nutty porridge oats and the dates in a food processor until you have a thick paste, adding a splash of milk if necessary. 2. Mash the banana in a bowl with the back of a fork and set aside. 3. Spoon the mashed banana into a small pan over a medium heat and add the oat mixture as well as the rest of the oats, milk, cacao and a pinch of sea salt. 4. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring every now and again until it’s thick and creamy – add more milk if it becomes too thick. 5. Serve in a bowl and top with your favourite toppings – we love adding dark chocolate chunks, sliced banana, berries and coconut chips. Recipe from https://www.theguthealthdoctor.com/recipes/chocolate-porridge/
What to Wear This WeekRead More Dreading Date night? We’ve got you covered. Throwing a bomber jacket over a bodysuit paired with some leather trousers gives this look a bit of edge whilst still being very… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 13 February 2023 What to Wear This Week Dreading Date night? We’ve got you covered. Throwing a bomber jacket over a bodysuit paired with some leather trousers gives this look a bit of edge whilst still being very chic thanks to these stunning yet comfortable silver kitten heels. Oversized Down Jacket H&M £99.99 Long Sleeve Crew Neck Bodysuit Skims £66 Faux Leather Straight Leg Trouser Oasis £65 Moonlight Pearl Hoop Earrings Missoma £189 Heeled Slingback Metallic Shoes Zara £35.99 Gusset Shoulder Bag & other Stories £85 All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however, we may make a commission on some products.
TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Easy LasagneRead More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 13 February 2023 TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Easy Lasagne Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 3 celery sticks, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 750g minced beef 250ml red wine 600g canned tomatoes 1 tbsp ground oregano 2 bay leaves sea salt and black pepper 9 dried lasagne sheets 300g ricotta 400g mozzarella 100g Parmesan, grated bunch of basil, shredded, a few whole reserved for the top Method 1. First make the meat sauce. Heat a tablespoon of the oil in a large pan and add the onions, celery and carrots. Cook over a gentle heat until the onions are translucent and soft, then add the garlic and cook for a further 3–4 minutes. 2. Add the remaining oil to a large frying pan. Fry the beef, leaving it until a brown crust has developed on the underside before breaking it up and turning it over. It’s best to do this in a few batches – if you crowd the pan the meat will stew in its own juices instead of searing. 3. Add the beef to the vegetables, then turn the heat up high and add the red wine. Boil until the wine is reduced by at least half, then add the tomatoes and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Bring back to the boil, then turn down the heat, cover and simmer for an hour. Remove the lid and continue to simmer, stirring regularly, until the sauce has reduced down – this will probably take another 15 minutes. 4. Preheat the oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6. To assemble the lasagne, spread a third of the meat sauce in the base of a rectangular ovenproof dish, large enough for 3 sheets of lasagne. Cover with lasagne sheets and then add another third of the meat sauce. Spoon 100g of the ricotta in teaspoons over the sauce. Add 100g of the mozzarella and a few basil leaves.
The Most Luxurious Shower WashesRead More Image from @cehubs on We Heart It Because sometimes it’s the only me time we get! These body washes and oils make a ten-minute rinse feel like a spa. All products… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 13 February 2023 The Most Luxurious Shower Washes Image from @cehubs on We Heart It Because sometimes it’s the only me time we get! These body washes and oils make a ten-minute rinse feel like a spa. Aesop Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser £33 Buy it as a gift and then use it yourself. Book Now Neom Organics London Super Shower Power Body Cleanser £26 We rely on Neom to fix everything in our lives. Their de-stress range stops us from murdering our partners, the sleep range helps with obvious, and this gives us the necessary boost we need. Buy Now Olverum Body Cleanser £26.50 A beautiful fragrance that makes every shower feel like a dream. Buy Now Rituals Foaming Shower Gel £10 An instant gel-to-foam formula that creates the most luxurious lather. Plus, this particular scent is formulated to encourage a happier state of mind. Buy Now Oribe Valley of Flowers Body Wash Famous for the most incredible haircare, Oribe also excel at body washes. And our favourite has to be this one, it smells like an expensive spa we want to spend our life in. Buy Now REN Anti-Fatigue Body Wash £24 Contains ingredients like magnesium and rosemary to fight tired feelings. Buy Now Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Body & Hand Wash £56 A dreamy scent that’s now in a more indulgent giant size. A great gift to give to others or to keep for yourself. Buy Now Aromatherapy Associates Muscle Shower Oil £30 The only shower oil we’ll entertain as it lathers into a milky wash that still feels like it is cleaning your skin, and the aroma is just insane! Buy Now La Perla Bath and Shower Oil £83 Like a priceless work of art, this is so expensive you’d probably have to just stare at it. Or refill and pretend you’re big time enough to have it as a regular wash. Buy Now All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however, we may make a commission on some products.
TMC Recipe of the Week: Pasta alla VodkaRead More Recipe from https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/ Post author By The Mum Club Post date 10 February 2023 TMC Recipe of the Week: Pasta alla Vodka Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 banana shallot or ½ onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed ¼ tsp chilli flakes 100g tomato purée 5 tbsp vodka 100ml double cream 200g penne or rigatoni pasta 30g grated parmesan or vegetarian alternative, plus extra to serve small handful of basil leaves, to serve Method 1. Heat the oil in a large frying pan or casserole dish. Add the shallot and a large pinch of salt and gently fry over a low heat for 10 mins or until softened and translucent. Add the garlic and chilli flakes and cook for 30 seconds. Stir through the tomato purée, cook for 2 mins, then stir through the vodka and cook for 3 mins. Quickly stir through the cream to combine, then remove from the heat. 2. Cook the pasta in salted water following pack instructions. Drain and reserve 150ml cooking water. Add roughly 50ml of the water to the tomato sauce, then tip in the pasta and cheese, tossing everything together over a low heat until well coated and glossy (loosen with a splash more of the cooking water if it’s a little dry). Season to taste, then serve with a sprinkling of the extra parmesan, a good grinding of black pepper and the basil leaves scattered over the top. Recipe from https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/
10 Things That Are Different Now We Have KidsRead More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 9 February 2023 10 Things That Are Different Now We Have Kids 1. Sunday Morning Pre-Baby: You wake up naturally at 9 ish am, do some yoga and head out for brunch with friends. Mimosa anyone? Post-Baby: You’re up, downstairs and on your third cup of tea by 8 am. After making breakfast, clearing up and putting the baby down for their nap, you flick on the TV to watch Sunday Brunch before realising it’s not on for another TWO HOURS! 2. Going to the Cinema Pre-Baby: The cinema was a spontaneous and relatively cheap activity, the perfect way to kill a few hours on a rainy Saturday afternoon or post-dinner on a random Friday night. Post-Baby: You can now only attend showings between 7 pm (their bedtime) and 9 pm (yours). You spend the entire time worrying that every bang will wake the baby, before remembering you’ve actually left the house. After tickets, snacks and paying the babysitter, the whole thing costs more than your monthly gas bill, but you’ll still feel giddy that you went out. 3. Getting Ready in the morning Pre-Baby: Post-workout shower followed by a six-step skincare routine, you whisk up a matcha latte, while checking your emails and catching up on the news. Post-Baby: The process is reminiscent of a formula one pit-stop. Only you’re the only crew member helping. Your kids arrive at nursery with 2 x everything they need. You turn up to work with very badly drawn eyeliner and hair that’s in definite need of a wash. 4. Flying on a Plane Pre-Baby: Out-of-office on, you pick up a neck pillow and a facemask from duty-free before getting comfy with a glass of fizz and your first book of the holiday. Bliss. Post-Baby: Despite waiting until the very last moment to board, your toddler waits until the seatbelt sign is on before doing the largest poo of their lives. Attempting to change them in the inexplicably small aeroplane toilet is so strenuous your Apple watch asks you if you’ve started a workout. 5. Google Search History Pre-Baby: ‘Spa hotels in Bali.’ Post-Baby: ‘Can I lock my toddler in their room?’. 6. Birthday Parties Pre-Baby: A day spent drinking cocktails with the girls, followed by dinner and dancing, plus brunch the next day for a thorough post-party debrief. Post-Baby: Kids’ birthdays: You make friends with other mums based on their predictability to have wine at their children’s parties. Yours: You now drink a LOT earlier and fully confirm with your partner that they will be gifting you a very large lie-in the following day. Or the second option: you book a hotel and don’t come home. 7. Swimming Pre-Baby: A leisurely ten lengths post-gym or a relaxing holiday past-time involving a lilo. Post-Baby: You arrive poolside of your local leisure centre sweating profusely, having carried the car seat, two bags and the baby into a changing room heated to the temperature of the actual sun. You find out the hard way that swim nappies don’t absorb liquid as a stream of warm wee runs down your leg from the wetsuit-clad baby balancing on your hip. It takes twice the time to get ready versus the time spent in the pool, which you conclude is not worth shaving your bikini line for. 8. Illness Pre-Baby: You wake up feeling lousy. Drop your boss a text telling them you won’t be in today before crawling back under the duvet to sleep it off. Post-Baby: Your kids give zero fucks if you’re ill and still require feeding/changing/carrying/entertaining as usual. This is incredibly irritating, given it’s 100% their fault. You power through taking every drug you’re allowed. And if things get really bad you call the grandparents for emergency assistance and hope that the latest bug doesn’t kill them. 9. Meeting Up With Friends Pre-Baby: ‘Hey, do you want to go out tonight? Come round to mine in an hour. Bring wine?’ Post-Baby: ‘Hey, sorry I had to cancel our meet-up at Christmas! Are you free next June?’ 10. Seasonal Events and Everyday Activities. Pre-baby: Let’s be honest, even Christmas Day had started to feel dull, and we were pretty over the 3-day hangover at Easter. Post-baby: Mundane stuff like taking the bins out, going to shops or getting the car washed is now a fun new activity for your kids. And don’t get us started on seasonal events like Christmas. Experiencing all the stuff we were very much over through a new set of tiny eyes is one of the best things about being a parent. Sure, they’ll make it f*cking stressful, but at some point, it will have been very cute.
TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Funfetti Heart BiscuitsRead More *Tip Freezing and defrosting guidelines (undecorated biscuits only) In order to enjoy optimum flavour and quality, frozen items are best used within 3 months of their freezing date. Recipe from… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 6 February 2023 TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Funfetti Heart Biscuits Ingredients 220g unsalted butter, softened 200g caster sugar 1 large egg, beaten 2 tsp vanilla extract 400g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 100g dark chocolate 100g white chocolate coloured strands, to decorate Methods 1. Whisk the butter and sugar in a large bowl with an electric whisk for 2 mins until creamy and smooth. Add the egg and whisk until combined. 2. Add the vanilla and flour and mix with a wooden spoon to form a smooth dough. Cover the bowl with clingfilm and chill for 10 mins. 3. Preheat the oven to gas 4, 180°C, fan 160°C. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 2mm thick. Cut out biscuits using a 6cm heart-shaped cookie cutter. Reroll the trimmings as necessary until the dough is used up. Place the biscuits on baking sheets lined with nonstick baking paper and bake for 12-15 mins until pale golden and turning crisp around the edges. Transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool completely. 4. Melt the dark and white chocolate in separate heatproof bowls each set over a small pan of simmering water. Dip half the biscuits halfway into the dark chocolate and sprinkle the chocolate-coated side with coloured strands. Repeat with the remaining shortbread biscuits and white chocolate. Place on a wire rack to cool and set. The decorated biscuits will keep for a week in an airtight container. *Tip Freezing and defrosting guidelines (undecorated biscuits only) In order to enjoy optimum flavour and quality, frozen items are best used within 3 months of their freezing date. Recipe from https://realfood.tesco.com/recipes/funfetti-heart-biscuits.html
The Health Clubs That Look After Your KidsRead More Whether it’s to workout or just have an uninterrupted shower or a coffee. These health clubs are here to support you in every which way you need. Post author By The Mum Club Post date 5 February 2023 The Health Clubs That Look After Your Kids Whether it’s to workout or just have an uninterrupted shower or a coffee. These health clubs are here to support you in every which way you need. David Lloyd Clubs There are over 100 David Lloyd clubs in the UK. So there’s bound to be one near you! And most of them have creches. They’re all pretty amazing tbh but some clubs, like Kings Hill (near Maidstone), have outdoor swimming pools with waiter service to sun loungers. Which means in the summer you can have a mini holiday (drink rose) for 1-2 hours, while someone else looks after the kids. Find your local club Ribby Hall Spa and Health This is one of the most amazing spas we’ve ever been to. And club members also benefit from their free weekday creche. It’s made for pre-school children from 6 months+. The perfect treat for mat leave or if you work part time or for full time mums. Just pop them in for a few hours and slip off to chill (/sleep). Find out more Club Company Country Clubs It sounds so fancy to be part of a country club doesn’t it? And to be honest it is. They have 15 in the UK and each one combines a traditional golf environment with state-of-the-art health and fitness facilities that the whole family can enjoy. Most have creches and kids classes, which are included in a very reasonable membership. The adults one is a little more pricey. We have visited two of their clubs; The first is Nizels in Sevenoaks, Kent, a premium location, which has a beautiful spa, a hairdresser, a dedicated wellness team (including a Mummy MOT and Women’s health practioner). The other is Chartham Park, West Sussex, which has a great selection of classes for both you and the kids, is extremely welcoming and the creche staff are so friendly. The cafe and gym both boast the most stunning views of the golf club and are a great place to relax, workout or have a coffee in peace. Find your nearest club Little Space – Third Space Islington Not only does this swanky London gym have a dedicated children’s area with world-class facilities but it also has a family swimming pool and an Ofsted registered crèche for kids aged 3 months to 5 years. Find out more N stars @ Nuffield Health Taking babies as young as 6-weeks old. Most sites have swimming pools, saunas, and steam rooms, so you can head for a leisurely bit of exercise, a class or just to sit in the café and have a coffee. Clubs like Preston and Wolverhampton also have Physiotherapists and beauty suites offering treatments from Elemis and Jessica nails. Find your nearest club Virgin Active Probably the most well known. There are Virgin Active clubs everywhere and lots have an on-site creche that is open to children from 6 weeks to 4 years. Plus unlike a lot of other clubs members can use it for a whopping 4 hours a day. Great if you work part time and need flexible childcare options as you can fit in a class, a coffee and maybe even do some work! Find your nearest club Tags spa
The Hotlist – Things to do in FebruaryRead More The best places for a date night. A spa trip every mum needs to book. Ways to help your child’s mental health. A book that will empower you. And the… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 1 February 2023 The Hotlist – Things to do in February The best places for a date night. A spa trip every mum needs to book. Ways to help your child’s mental health. A book that will empower you. And the best things to listen and watch this month. The best places for a date night We’re much more likely to do a dine-in for £10 on Valentine’s Day, but if you are feeling especially romantic and want to remember why you liked your partner in the first place. These are our favourite love-enhancing venues. THE MAINE MAYFAIR Looking for a night of decadence. Maine is a swanky blend of speakeasy tavern and brasserie. During your evening, you’ll be treated to a debauched cabaret and a seriously delicious menu. Book now CHOTTO MATTE One of our favourite London restaurants has recently had a makeover to make it even cooler. With live DJ sets, neon street art and a vibe that reflects its trendy Soho location. Oh, and the food? Yeah, it’s unbelievable!! Book now LA POULE AU POT No one does romance better than the French, and at La Poule Au Pot, you’re instantly wooed by the gorgeous farmhouse dimly lit interior. Located in Belgravia and a short walk from Victoria station, it’s kind of set out on its own but well worth booking into. Book now Get yourself some FREE Me Time NEAL’S YARD ME TIME A step up from an uninterrupted nap or shower. Neals Yard is offering customers 10 minutes free me time until the end of March. There will be in-store wellbeing experiences ranging from massage treatments and aromabalance sessions (a way to help you de-stress, calm or whatever you need) to herbal tea tasting and wellbeing consultations. Contact your local store to find out more. Find your nearest store Support your child’s mental health with these 6 things YOTO + MOSHI MINDFUL STORIES One of our favourite audio players has partnered with children’s mindfulness app Moshi to bring kids stories that support them, understand feelings and encourage kindness, sharing and compassion. Find out more MY EMOTIONS ACTIVITY BOOK A free downloadable book is full of fun activities encouraging children to start gentle conversations about their thoughts and feelings. Download here RUN OFF SOME ENERGY AT RUGBYTOTS Physical health is excellent for your mind, and there are tons of activities you can sign your little ones up to (too many, maybe), but Rugbytots is a great one for teaching them skills and letting them run off some energy. Find out more KIND BY ALISON GREEN An inspiring picture book about the many ways children can be kind, from sharing their toys and games to making those from other countries feel welcome Buy now CLUB PATCHES The perfect reminder to give or sew into your kids clothes, that they have absolutely got this and you’re with them every step of the way. Empowering and brilliant. Buy now Book a date that’s all about you THE MUM CLUB EVENTS Mums nights outs, brunches and Galentines events. Our THE MUM CLUB hosts are providing something for everyone this month. Find your nearest club Book yourself a treat for Mother’s Day SOPWELL HOUSE “A fabulous treat for mums or mums to be, but just make sure you’re booked into The Club at Cottonmill, not just the Cottonmill, as it’s not the same. Confusing, I know, but that aside it’s a beautiful place to go. I’ve never been to a spa that’s so quiet. Maybe that’s why they charge so much! The facilities are beautiful inside and out and have some fantastic treatments you can try. Sadly, I was pregnant when I went, so I couldn’t utilise everything, but I still had a great time and spent hours there. Our hotel room was a bit disappointing for the cost, but the food and waiting staff were sublime, which made up for it. If I returned, I’d book a day spa package and maybe stay locally in an Airbnb.” TMC Editor, Lydia House Experience this DOPAMINE LAND Giving us all the Emily in Paris vibes, this new visual art experience is family-friendly, but we think it’s better to go with friends or a partner and then head for drinks or dinner afterwards. There are lots of tickets left for this month, but it’s on until April, so you have plenty of time to plan. Book now Read this MOTHER POWER Know and grow your power as a mother with this honest, guilt-free parenting guide that champions your own needs and wellbeing as well as those of your children Buy now Listen to PERFECT DAY PLAYLIST We’ve always liked this playlist, but the recent update on songs is giving us all the feels. Blast it out, and we guarantee your day will be much better. Listen now Watch this CHIPPENDALES This is a brilliant series; it almost feels like a movie. We watched all of them within 24 hours, and yes, hot men take their clothes off. Watch now GINNY & GEORGIA We might be late to the game here, but we recently started watching season one, and we’re already racing through episodes. Binge-watching at its best. Watch now BREAK POINT A new behind-the-scenes documentary about the 2022 tennis season. An inspiring watch that showcases the hard work players put into achieving their dreams. Watch now
TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Fish PieRead More For another recipe head to https://realfood.tesco.com/recipes/healthy-fish-pie.html Post author By The Mum Club Post date 30 January 2023 TMC Family Recipe of the Week: Fish Pie Ingredients 1.5 kg floury potatoes 4 large free-range eggs , optional 50 g unsalted butter 50 g plain flour 2 fresh bay leaves 350 ml quality fish stock 350 ml semi-skimmed milk , plus an extra splash 50 g Cheddar cheese ½ a lemon 1 heaped teaspoon English mustard a few sprigs of fresh flat-leaf parsley , optional 300 g skinless, boneless white fish , such as coley, whiting, haddock, cod 200 g skinless boneless salmon 200 g skinless, boneless undyed smoked haddock 200 g baby spinach extra virgin olive oil 1 whole nutmeg , for grating Method 1. Preheat the oven to 200ºC/400ºF/gas 6. 2. Peel the potatoes and cut into 2cm chunks, then boil for around 15 minutes, or until tender. Add the eggs for the last 8 minutes (if using). 3. Meanwhile, make the sauce. Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed pan over a low heat and stir in the flour. Add the bay, then bit by bit, add the stock and the milk, stirring after every addition until you have a smooth, silky sauce. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until thickened. 4. Stir in the mustard, grate in half the cheese, then squeeze in the lemon juice. Pick, finely chop and stir in the parsley (if using), then keep stirring until the cheese is melted. Season with a little black pepper, then remove from the heat. 5. Get yourself a 25cm x 30cm baking dish. Check that there aren’t any stray bones lurking in the fish fillets, then slice into 2.5cm chunks and spread them evenly over the base of the dish. 6. Wilt and add the spinach, then peel, quarter and add the eggs (if using). Remove the bay leaves, then pour over the white sauce and allow to cool slightly. 7. Drain the potatoes well and mash with a little extra virgin olive oil, a splash of milk and a few scrapings of nutmeg. Spoon the potatoes over the pie and scuff up the surface with a fork. 8. Grate the remaining Cheddar over the top and bake in the oven for 45 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through, the sauce is bubbling up at the sides and the top is golden. Delicious served with lots of green veg. For another recipe head to https://realfood.tesco.com/recipes/healthy-fish-pie.html
Maternity Jeans to Buy NowRead More All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however, we may make a commission on some products. Jean shopping can be a headache at the best… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 26 January 2023 Maternity Jeans to Buy Now All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however, we may make a commission on some products. Jean shopping can be a headache at the best of times. Throw in an ever-expanding bump to the mix and you’d be forgiven for wearing leggings for the duration of your pregnancy. Well, the good news is, we’ve done the legwork for you so that you can confidently shop maternity denim from the comfort of your own home. Mom Over Bump Jeans Topshop £33.60 (Sale) Mid Rise Mom Jeans River Island £42 Wide Leg Jeans Long Tall Sally £45 Ripped Over Bump Mom Jeans New Look £13 (Sale) Slim Straight Low Jeans H&M £39.9 Ankle Jeans H&M £34.99 Black Denim Dungaree Asos Design £45 Super Skinny Jeans H&M £27.99 Wide Leg Fit Jeans Mamalicious £60 Cotton Jeans H&M £39.99 Mid Rise Mom Jeans River island £42
TMC Family Recipe Of The Week: Easy Peasy Chilli Con CarneRead More IMAGE: BBC Requires some prep, a little fry off and then your oven does all the work. Original recipe BBC Good Food Post author By The Mum Club Post date 25 January 2023 TMC Family Recipe Of The Week: Easy Peasy Chilli Con Carne IMAGE: BBC Requires some prep, a little fry off and then your oven does all the work. Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 2 large onions, halved and sliced 3 large garlic cloves, chopped or pressed 1-2 tbsp mild chilli powder 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp dried oregano 1kg pack lean minced beef 400g of chopped tomatoes (cans) 2 beef stock cubes 2 large red peppers, deseeded and cut into chunks 10 sundried tomatoes 3 x 400g cans red kidney beans, drained Method: STEP 1 Heat oven to 150C/fan 130C/gas 3. Heat the oil, preferably in a large flameproof casserole dish, and fry the onions for 8 mins. Add the garlic, spices and oregano and cook for 1 min, then gradually add the mince, stirring well until browned. Stir in the tomatoes, add half a can of water, then crumble in the stock and season. STEP 2 Cover and cook in the oven for 30 mins. Stir in the peppers and sundried tomatoes, then cook for 30 mins more until the peppers are tender and stir in the beans. STEP 3 When you’re ready to eat, reheat on the hob until bubbling. Serve with guac, a big salad, some basmati rice or smother over tortilla chips and serve with all the sides. STEP 4 If you want to use a slow cooker, fry your onions in a pan for 8 mins, then add your garlic, spices and oregano and cook for a minute. Gradually add the mince until it’s brown. Tip into your slow cooker with the tomatoes, peppers, sundried tomatoes and beans, crumble in the stock cubes and season to taste. Cook on Low for 8-10 hours, then serve as above Original recipe BBC Good Food
The Best Family Holidays to Book NowRead More Whether you’re trying to think of things to do in the next half-term or just dreaming your way out of this very cold January, we’ve partnered with TUI to bring… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 23 January 2023 The Best Family Holidays to Book Now Whether you’re trying to think of things to do in the next half-term or just dreaming your way out of this very cold January, we’ve partnered with TUI to bring you some of the best places to book right now. The Best Place for a City Break Copenhagen Travelling to cities can sometimes feel far from relaxing, but not when you’re in Copenhagen. Not only is it one of the coolest places we’ve been to (pre-kids). But it’s also made for families. Whether you’re visiting the famous Tivoli theme park, tasting great food in the market or experiencing one of the 125 public playgrounds and activities, we’re more than sure you’lll have a great time. Book Now Our TUI pick: Tivoli Hotel Bang smack in the centre. This hotel has everything you need for a successful family break. Not only does the hotel cater for kids with play areas, themed rooms and a playground. But it’s also right next to the Tivoli theme park, and one of its restaurants is Sticks’n’Sushi, so you don’t have to compromise on good food just because your kids are in tow. What to Pack for Copenhagen Butterfly Seat Stroller Bugaboo £95 Gren Check Faux Fur Coat Warehouse £55 (Sale) Backpack Fjallraven Kanken £95 Fleece Jacket Arket £35 Forum Infant Trainers Adidas £38 Rib-Knit Hat H&M £4.99 The Best Place to Soak Up the Sun The Moroccan Coast Fed up of hearing that the Canary Islands are the only place to go for winter sun? Why not try Morocco? Not only is the flight about 2-3 hours, but it’s also very reasonable, and you get a lot for your buck. The coast is becoming hugely popular with families and many areas have surf and yoga chilled-out vibes. Areas like Tagazout (a small fishing village close to Agadir) not only have great hangouts, a beautiful coastline, and things to do. But they’re up and coming, so a lot of the resorts are new and have huge modern facilities created for kids. Book Now Our TUI Pick: Paradis Plage Resort This hotel is constantly featured on lists of the best place to stay on the Moroccan coast. Not only is the setting stunning, but it also has a spa, a surf school, a beachfront yoga studio, an outdoor cinema and beautiful decor and rooms. And if you’re taking the children, there are tons of activities for them too! Plus, there’s also a kids club and babysitting can be arranged. What to Pack for Morocco Silicone Multi-Purpose Kitchen Storage Bag Stasher £19.01 Square Neck Swimsuit Hunza G £155 Blackout Blind Gro £32 (Sale) Blush Mix/Lion Mix Hat Wynken £22.50 (Sale) Roll On Sun Cream Nivea £9.79 Boys Turtle Peach & Navy Swim Shorts Galago Joe £35 The Best Place to Ski with Kids Crystal Ski Holidays Part of TUI, Crystal Ski Holidays offers customers everything they need to ski in one convenient package, making skiing with children seem feasible, as they take care of everything. From lift passes and equipment hire, to ski schools and kids’ clubs. They even have a select number of resorts that offer Pepi Penguin nurseries that care for little ones as young as 6-months. So what might seem like a logistical nightmare to do with young children, could actually be quite fun! Apres ski and spa, here we come! Find Out More Our Crystal Pick: La Plagne Ski Holidays Not only is the resort right next to the slopes, but it also has a spa and is continuously voted as one of the best places for families to ski. Some activities nearby include bowling, a cinema, an ice cave, ice skating, skidoos and even bobsleighs. The resort also has the Beanie Bear club for children aged 3-8 and the Pepi Penguin nursery for 6 months – 4 years. Meaning you can enjoy some time on your own too! What to Pack for a Family Ski Holiday Detachable-Sleeve Down Ski Jacket H&M £149.99 Zeitgeist Baby Carrier Tweed Artipoppe £347 Fleece Hoodie Arket £69 Icon Snow Boots Moon Moot Kids £140 White Noise machine Marpac £34.95 Kids Reversable Ski Fleece Snood Zara £10.99 3 Reasons Why We Love TUI Kids go free TUI offer thousands of free kids places, even in the summer holidays! They have a handy free kids’ place finder, to help customers find hotels with free kids’ places available. Find out more here Single parents pay less If you’re after a holiday deal for one, or you’re a single adult travelling with children, you can save £100 on holidays departing between now and October. £100 on holidays departing between 1st November 2022 and 30th April 2023 and £150 on holidays departing between 1st May – 31st October 2023. Find out more here They make finding a luxury family holiday easy TUI’s Sensatori collection features hotels that cater for adults needs as much as kids. With luxury accommodation and dining, adult-only zones and indulgent experiences – you’ll come away feeling like you actually had a holiday. Find out more here CREATED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TUI All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however, we may make a commission on some products.
What to Wear This WeekRead More Comfort and warmth are key this season and here is how we do it in style. *Top tip: Cashmere accessories are a great way to add warmth to an outfit… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 23 January 2023 What to Wear This Week Comfort and warmth are key this season and here is how we do it in style. *Top tip: Cashmere accessories are a great way to add warmth to an outfit without breaking the bank. Grey Jumper American Vintage £150 Mom Jeans Zara £29.99 Quilted Showerproof Duvet Coat Next £98 Cashmere Ribbed Beanie Hush £49 Cashmere Ankle Socks Hush £45 Waffle Debut Trainers Nike £56.99 (Sale)
