Cat Cora’s Banana Yogurt Split With Berries & Coconut At Residence Inn

Iron Chef Cat Cora–Residence Inn’s Mom of the Year 2013–dresses up a light and healthy summer treat with tropical fruit and graham crackers.

Many parents already love Residence Inn by Marriott for their thoughtful long-stay amenities for the whole brood, and this month the brand is giving families another delicious reason to go back: Cat Cora's appointment as its Resident Mom of the Year. What this means is that families staying at any of the Residence Inn suites, which all have fully functional kitchens,… [more]

May 20, 2013

African-Inspired Fashion

By New York Family

Milbert Kiggundu-Bentham’s new African-inspired clothing line gives back to needy African communities

Milbert Kiggundu-Bentham drew inspiration from her sarong-wearing childhood in Kenya to create the new children’s brand Kalulu Kids—a vibrant line of striped dresses, tunics, and jeans that combines East African culture with NYC wearability. “The kikoy fabric has been woven over hundreds of years, worn originally by fisherman on the beach,” she says. “I just wanted to find a way… [more]

May 20, 2013

Springin’ Sparkles

By Chrissy Makris

These fanciful finds are sure to be a shimmery fun addition to your little girl’s wardrobe!

Why not help your daughter put a little sparkle in her strut? Now that the weather has finally warmed up, it's time to shine! These adorable, girly, glittery get-ups are the perfect way for little ladies to catch some light throughout the spring and summer. For Girls Who Love Cinderella If the shoe fits, rock it! These cute but durable slip-ons feature… [more]

May 13, 2013

The Batalis’ Sloppy Sloppy Joes

By New York Family

A delicious comfort food recipe from Benno and Leo Batali’s cookbook for kids, releasing in hardcover on Tuesday, May 14.

Benno and Leo Batali, the sixteen- and fourteen-year-old sons of famed restaurateur Mario Batali, recently created their very own cookbook in honor of their father's fiftieth birthday. The Batali Brothers Cookbook hits the shelves in hardcover form tomorrow, and we're excited about the secrets for original comfort food inventions like pocket burgers as well as classics like spaghetti and meatballs. Most of all,… [more]

May 6, 2013

Play With Your Food: Sweetie Pie Pie Pops

By Chrissy Makris

Kids can help with creating this delicious Mother’s Day surprise…or anytime snack.

Lauryn Cohen is the founder of Bella Baker, a made-to-order, customizable dessert company here in New York. Her blog features adorable and inventive desserts that anyone with a sweet tooth can re-create at home. These lovely heart-themed pie pops would make a delicious Mother’s Day surprise…or anytime snack. Underlined steps denote where mini sous chefs can help. [caption id="attachment_84294" align="alignright" width="350" caption="Photo by… [more]

May 1, 2013

3 Whimsical Springtime Recipes For Kids

By Chrissy Makris

This spring, we want children to play with their food! Here are a few fun–and delicious–projects with which they can do just that.

This spring, we want children to play with their food! Making food art isn’t just about tapping into your creative side; it’s also about promoting self-esteem and confidence as kids take an active role in preparing meals (or snacks) that they love. Plus, they can brush up on math by measuring ingredients, learn about colors by mixing food coloring, and… [more]