Joseph: Chop to Pot

I have seen the Joseph Chop to Pot cutting board several times now, and I'm pretty sure I need it. Such a simple yet genius idea. Now which colour...?

The cheapest I've found this handing cutting board is £9.76 from Amazon.

The Little White Company

(image via The Little White Company)

Yesterday, I happened to be on the lovely Marylebone High Street. And just happened to come across some alluring sale signs for The Little White Company...

Where I spotted some ridiculously beautiful clothes for my kids...all 40-50% off.

How can one resist? I could not. (Jacket pictured above? Check.)

(fyi: it's free shipping online!)

Where are your favourite places to shop in the sales?

Victoria and Albert Courtyard

We are loving the Victoria & Albert courtyard in this hot weather.

Children (and adults!) are allowed to splash in the shallow pool.
Delicious food is available from the courtyard cafe.
And the setting is peaceful and stunning.

It's pretty much our favourite place to hang out these days!

Cool Spaces for Kids

My friend, Rachel, owns the book Cool Spaces For Kids. I flipped through it at her house last week. It immediately became a top priority on my 'to buy' list.

"Taking you through the process, from conception to construction, "Cool Spaces for Kids" gives you all the ideas and know-how you need to create appealing areas inside and outside the home for your kids, whatever their age. From imaginative playrooms and bedrooms to customizing a corner of your living room or garden, creating special spaces for your little ones will help them to enjoy playing, working, relaxing and learning. With inspirational photography and over 50 stunning ideas comprising step-by-step projects, stylish alternatives, quick fixes and more, you'll be able to give your kids cool spaces they'll enjoy for years to come."

I may even forget that I am so not crafty, because the projects are just that cool. I wish I could show you more photographs... maybe when I own it.

Ladurée

(image via Ladurée, Burlington Arcade, London.)

It's been awhile since I've indulged in a Ladurée macaroon. I think it's time...

My favourites are vanilla and caramel. What's your favourite?

Designers Guild Summer Sale Preview

* They said to share with friends & family.

wooden easel

For my daughter's birthday last month, we bought her a wooden easel from The Wooden Toy Store. I've said before how much I love this online company, but really, I'm a fan of their quality products and their helpful customer service.

And my daughter loves the easel.

Bugaboo Warehouse Sale

For more info, click the image to enlarge OR visit the website.

lovely.

I love this little cooker.



And I'm a fan of this lilac Pintoy kitchen too.

Recipease - Jamie Oliver

Yesterday I was in Clapham and noticed Recipease. I had every intention of heading straight to the train station, but the pink building and beautiful window displays lured me inside!

If you live in the area and like to cook, I'd definitely pay a visit to Jamie Oliver's Recipease. There are beautiful kitchen items inside, delicious-looking (and I'm sure, tasting) food made to order, as well as food to take away and cook. And even better, they offer cooking classes (in a beautiful setting, I might add).

In fact, I'd love to take their Easy To Learn Pasta class. I've always wanted to learn how to make my own pasta from scratch.

Delicious Magazine

Sometimes I think maybe I should abandon ship and start a London food blog. Not that I am any expert, but I love good food and seem to always find my way back to discussing it.

A few weeks ago, a friend introduced me to Delicious Magazine. I'm hooked.

In the July publication, I found several food recipes that looked delicious (no pun intended). In fact, on my shopping list for this week is a Lemon Tart, created by Raymond Blanc (who I love!). I can't wait to give it a try.

Thanks to my friend, Delicious Magazine has a new subscriber...me!

Taste of London, Regent's Park

It's no surprise that I love food. So, I'm bummed I'll be missing this year's Taste of London, June 18-21 (but not too bummed, as we'll be in the Cotswolds).

Take a look at the restaurants featured at the Regent's Park festival: Le Pont de la Tour, La Gavroche, Pied a Terre, The Ledbury, Tom's Kitchen... I am salivating just typing their names!

You can buy tickets online or at the door. If you go, let me know how it is and send some photos my way!

Charlotte Street Festival

From their website:

"Welcome to the 2nd Charlotte Street Festival, the delightful family-friendly gastronomic Saturday street party in London's iconic Fitzrovia district. Celebrate the beginning of summer with great food, refreshing drinks, entertainment and produce. For one special day, Charlotte Street will be closed to traffic and our restaurants bars and businesses will offer you a Taste of Fitzrovia, with specially prepared market fresh festival dishes prepared by 50 chefs - family-friendly activities and entertainment.

Saturday, June 6
12-6pm
More info on the Charlotte Street Festival website here.

Yum! Lupa Pizza.

I've written about Lupa pizza before. It's delicious + they deliver to your door. Perfect!

They've had some bugs with their website and as an apology, are offering Buy 1 Get 1 Free on all pizza through June 11. Enjoy!

Peter Pan

If my daughter was a bit older, I'd take her to Peter Pan. It's playing in Kensington Garden through the 30th of August.

I've driven past the tent a few times and I can't help but think it's look so magical. Just as Peter Pan should!