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Brownie Buttons with Candy Cane Icing

December 29, 2008

I ate too much this past week. Really, every meal was like a celebration of some sort and as I write this, my belly aches and I am actually looking forward to an hour at the gym. But still, I can't hold out on you the yummiest treat I had ALL week (and which I plan to make for our New Year's celebration. Just one last hurrah...). Make this one with your kids - it couldn't be easier!  Read more...

Stop & Shop Helps Make Holidays Great

December 10, 2008

If there's one activity that I love to do, it's grocery shopping. I guess it's my love for cooking combined with the fact that it's a fun outing for my toddler, since she adores naming (and tasting!) the foods and helping me to empty the cart for the cashier. So it was my pleasure to attend a luncheon held by Stop & Shop yesterday, during which they laid out some very interesting plans  Read more...

Snacks and treats and everything sweet!

December 03, 2008

We love to eat in our house.By default, we also love to cook!This holiday season, we're going to spend time in the kitchen making all kinds of treats.Here are some delicious and really easy treats to make - and enjoy - with your little elves.J Hello Dolly Biscuits (aka 7-Layer Bars) 1 Cup Graham Cracker Crumbs (these are fun to make yourself!Toss a bunch of graham crackers in a bag and let  Read more...

Halloween Treats

October 08, 2008

The moment October rolls around, I get that craving. That need for something sweet and salty, maybe a little creamy and rich. That just about covers every sweet I can think of, but it does my waistline and my kids' appetites no good to start indulging that sweet tooth so far in advance of Trick or Treating. But if you're looking for a sweet treat to kick that craving and an activity that'll  Read more...

Let's Play Chef!

September 26, 2008

I love to cook and I often get my children involved in the kitchen, even if it's just to lick the spoon or shake the sprinkles. So you can imagine my interest when, while researching for a recent post entitled Little Gourmets , I came across Katie Norton, owner of Let's Play Chef !, a company that teaches cooking to children and adults, in their own home. Katie informed me know  Read more...

Snack Time!

September 18, 2008

Snack time used to mean milk and cookies, but not anymore! Kids these days are so sophisticated, they make snack time an activity unto itself! Here are a few fun ideas for our little foodies-in-training: In our house, our children have a choice of two beverages: milk or water. It is my opinion that juice offers nothing but empty calories and a belly too full to eat healthy foods.  Read more...

Kitchen Crafts

August 25, 2008

It's a grey Monday but even though there's no sunshine, a day of rain doesn't have to be boring. Forget the mall, have a ton of fun without leaving the comfort of your kitchen! With a little imagination, and a tip or two, you and your preschoolers will be cooking and crafting away in no time! Peanut Butter Play - Dough 18 ounces peanut butter 6 Tbsp's honey Chocolate  Read more...

Little Gourmets

June 06, 2008

We love to cook in our house. And my children love to eat. Introducing the art of cooking is definitely a must for any budding chef, and here are some places to do that in Boston . Create A Cook . Located in Needham , this cooking school just for kids has classes for children aged 3 through 11 . The Petit Fours, or preschooler crowd, are introduced to cooking and baking  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in boston

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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