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North Wales Live
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
GBBO star shares top tips for cooking with kids - and it's all about embracing the mess
Television presenter and cook Briony May Williams has shared her expertise on how to engage kids in the kitchen, emphasising the importance of embracing the mess. The much-loved Great British Bake Off contestant highlighted the myriad benefits that come from involving youngsters in meal prep. According to a survey polling 1,000 parents with children between 2 and 10 years old, there's common consensus on the importance of engaging children in the kitchen. Many agree it not only expands their palate but can help build confidence through creativity. Nonetheless, 42 percent of mums and dads find it tough to get their offspring involved. While whipping up dishes alongside her 9 year old daughter Nora, Briony remarked: "Cooking with kids doesn't have to be as stressful as it might seem, encourage them to get involved." Briony suggests taking short breaks to hold kids' interest, setting a themed playlist for some background melody, and adopting specific themes to make the process more inviting. She stresses that accepting spills and splatters can ease the pressure off grown-ups and heighten fun for all ages. "Let them get stuck in and if you're worried about mess set up a specific place in the kitchen which children associate with making meals, a sturdy tablecloth will speed up the tidying at the end," Briony advises. Briony collaborated with Herta, which commissioned the study, to create a hot dog-inspired meal featuring hidden veg 'ketchup' and crispy carrot toppings. "While social media makes parents feel pressured to make Instagram-able food art, don't feel every meal has to be like this, a firm family favourite like hot dogs or pizza is a great starting point," she advised. Parents are finding inventive ways to encourage their children to participate in cooking, from allowing them to choose what's for dinner to making the kitchen a dance floor during meal prep. Heeding Briony's counsel, some families are embracing themed nights such as Taco Tuesdays or mixing things up with 'Breakfast for Dinner'. Child clinical psychologist Dr Angharad Rudkin emphasises the importance of food in our lives, stating: "Our relationship with food is a crucial foundation for our well-being throughout life. Giving our children the opportunity to get involved with cooking from a young age will help them feel grown up and capable." A whopping two-thirds of parents find joy in cooking with their offspring, cherishing the quality time it brings. Gemma Serdet, senior brand manager, for Herta which is offering a Try Me for Free offer until 4th August, said: "It's not only fun to encourage children to get involved with cooking in the kitchen but clearly beneficial too. "When it comes to helping kids develop confidence and curiosity, a little mess can go a long way. Letting children get hands-on with food isn't just about fun, it's a great way for them to explore textures, tastes and ingredients in a way that's engaging and memorable." BRIONY'S TOP 10 TIPS TO GET KIDS INVOLVED IN THE KITCHEN Make them Head Chef Involving kids in what you are making and giving them the chef hat really helps with engagement, you could even create a cute menu with them in breaks. Expect mess The sooner you understand that when in the kitchen with little ones that it will be MESSY, the more you'll relax and enjoy. Prep, prep, prep Pre-weigh ingredients, set them all out in front of the kids so they get excited about what you're doing. Kids can then just pick them up and pour them in - less food waste too. Break time Taking time in the kitchen is brilliant, but when cooking with little ones have regular breaks to keep them stimulated. Find a theme Get the kids to come up with a theme they want to explore when cooking, whether Mexican or Italian, to influence the dress code and décor as well as the food. Create a playlist Compile a cooking playlist with your child, fun upbeat songs which will make being in the kitchen even more fun. Cooking corner Set up a specific place in the kitchen for your cooking with the kids, if they're too small to reach the worktops, move all the utensils and bowls to the dining table. Food art Don't feel pressured to make every meal a piece of 'art' like you see on social media, but an easy option if you want to give it a go is a pizza face. Keep it simple Kids can't concentrate on one thing for too long, to avoid them losing interest choose straightforward recipes. Kid's kit Get them their own set of safe and easy to use utensils so they can really get involved in chopping and prepping.
Wales Online
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
GBBO star shares top tips for cooking with kids - and it's all about embracing the mess
GBBO star shares top tips for cooking with kids - and it's all about embracing the mess Briony May Williams, who found fame on The Great British Bake Off, has shared her top tips for getting children involved in cooking - and it's all about embracing the mess Television presenter and cook Briony May Williams has shared her expertise on how to engage kids in the kitchen, emphasising the importance of embracing the mess. The much-loved Great British Bake Off contestant highlighted the myriad benefits that come from involving youngsters in meal prep. According to a survey polling 1,000 parents with children between 2 and 10 years old, there's common consensus on the importance of engaging children in the kitchen. Many agree it not only expands their palate but can help build confidence through creativity. Nonetheless, 42 percent of mums and dads find it tough to get their offspring involved. While whipping up dishes alongside her 9 year old daughter Nora, Briony remarked: "Cooking with kids doesn't have to be as stressful as it might seem, encourage them to get involved." Cooking can help bring families closer (Image: humanmade via Getty Images ) Briony suggests taking short breaks to hold kids' interest, setting a themed playlist for some background melody, and adopting specific themes to make the process more inviting. Article continues below She stresses that accepting spills and splatters can ease the pressure off grown-ups and heighten fun for all ages. "Let them get stuck in and if you're worried about mess set up a specific place in the kitchen which children associate with making meals, a sturdy tablecloth will speed up the tidying at the end," Briony advises. Briony collaborated with Herta, which commissioned the study, to create a hot dog-inspired meal featuring hidden veg 'ketchup' and crispy carrot toppings. "While social media makes parents feel pressured to make Instagram-able food art, don't feel every meal has to be like this, a firm family favourite like hot dogs or pizza is a great starting point," she advised. It's a great way to build children's confidence (Image: mixetto via Getty Images ) Parents are finding inventive ways to encourage their children to participate in cooking, from allowing them to choose what's for dinner to making the kitchen a dance floor during meal prep. Heeding Briony's counsel, some families are embracing themed nights such as Taco Tuesdays or mixing things up with 'Breakfast for Dinner'. Child clinical psychologist Dr Angharad Rudkin emphasises the importance of food in our lives, stating: "Our relationship with food is a crucial foundation for our well-being throughout life. Giving our children the opportunity to get involved with cooking from a young age will help them feel grown up and capable." A whopping two-thirds of parents find joy in cooking with their offspring, cherishing the quality time it brings. Gemma Serdet, senior brand manager, for Herta which is offering a Try Me for Free offer until 4th August, said: "It's not only fun to encourage children to get involved with cooking in the kitchen but clearly beneficial too. "When it comes to helping kids develop confidence and curiosity, a little mess can go a long way. Letting children get hands-on with food isn't just about fun, it's a great way for them to explore textures, tastes and ingredients in a way that's engaging and memorable." BRIONY'S TOP 10 TIPS TO GET KIDS INVOLVED IN THE KITCHEN Make them Head Chef Involving kids in what you are making and giving them the chef hat really helps with engagement, you could even create a cute menu with them in breaks. Expect mess The sooner you understand that when in the kitchen with little ones that it will be MESSY, the more you'll relax and enjoy. Prep, prep, prep Pre-weigh ingredients, set them all out in front of the kids so they get excited about what you're doing. Kids can then just pick them up and pour them in - less food waste too. Break time Taking time in the kitchen is brilliant, but when cooking with little ones have regular breaks to keep them stimulated. Find a theme Get the kids to come up with a theme they want to explore when cooking, whether Mexican or Italian, to influence the dress code and décor as well as the food. Create a playlist Compile a cooking playlist with your child, fun upbeat songs which will make being in the kitchen even more fun. Cooking corner Set up a specific place in the kitchen for your cooking with the kids, if they're too small to reach the worktops, move all the utensils and bowls to the dining table. Article continues below Food art Don't feel pressured to make every meal a piece of 'art' like you see on social media, but an easy option if you want to give it a go is a pizza face. Keep it simple Kids can't concentrate on one thing for too long, to avoid them losing interest choose straightforward recipes. Kid's kit Get them their own set of safe and easy to use utensils so they can really get involved in chopping and prepping.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- General
- Daily Record
Mary Berry's scone tip after baking will make them deliciously moist
A common kitchen item can help to elevate your scones once they're out of the oven Scones are a classic afternoon favourite enjoyed by the majority of Brits. The afternoon treat comes in various flavours such as plain, fruit, and the s avoury cheese variety. When it comes to baking, they are a pretty easy option as they require minimal ingredients and effort. Having a go-to basic recipe is essential, which you can then jazz up with additional ingredients like raisins, blueberries or even chives to suit your taste. There's always plenty of debate about the teatime snacks - such as how they're pronounced and which order you place the cream and jam toppings on - but many will agree that they're a tasty addition to any day, if they are baked correctly. According to experts the key to the perfect scone, is to make sure they are moist. Baking legend Mary Berry said there is a simple way to lock in that much needed moisture - and this step comes right at the end. The former Great British Bake Off judge believes covering scones with a clean tea towel when they are brought out of the oven will be the secret to your success, reports the Express. The tea towel prevents the crust from becoming too hard as the scones cool down and it also traps in the steam, which will keep the centre nice and moist. In her recipe for Devonshire scones, Mary explains: 'Arrange the scones on the prepared baking trays and brush the tops with the reserved beaten egg/milk mixture to glaze. "Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the scones are well risen and golden. 'Cool on a wire rack, covered with a clean tea towel to keep them moist. "Serve as fresh as possible, cut in half and spread generously with strawberry jam and top with a good spoonful of clotted cream or whipped double cream.' Mary also recommends brushing the tops of the scones with milk or egg before they go in the oven to give the scones a nice soft top, or you could just opt for the tea towel alone after baking. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The tea towel method is best used when serving scones warm as it helps them to maintain their soft texture until they are ready to be eaten. Any scones that aren't being eaten should be stored in an airtight container once they have fully cooled to maintain their freshness and texture. Wrapping them in paper towels or waxed paper before putting them in the container can also help prevent them from turning soggy. If kept at room temperature, they should last for one to two days but if you need to store them longer you can refrigerate them inside an airtight container or freeze them.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
French chef shares 'simplest ever' one pot cake recipe ready in under an hour
A former Great British Bake Off star has shared the "quickest and simplest" cake recipe that is perfect to make at home A French chef has shared a tasty cake recipe that might not only simplify baking but also spare you endless hours in the kitchen. Born in France, Manon Lagrève, a former Great British Bake Off contestant, learned to bake with guidance from her mother and grandmother. One of her cherished recipes is for a yoghurt cake - prepped in a mere 45 minutes. She says the dessert, known as "gâteau au yaourt", serves as an exquisite base for a bounty of fruit flavours, presenting a fabulous dessert option or an afternoon treat to enjoy with friends. She shared the recipe in her cookbook Et Voila! A Simple French Baking Love Story. In it, the mother of two claimed it's "the simplest and quickest French cake she knows". She added: "The cake is so moist and versatile, you can make it with many flavours and shapes - I use my simple Bundt tin." Manon's French yoghurt cake recipe Ingredients 125g pot of Greek yoghurt Two pots of white sugar (250g) Three eggs One pot of olive oil Three pots of plain flour One teaspoon of baking powder One pinch of salt One teaspoon of vanilla extract Fresh raspberries or blueberries In a bid to make this recipe even more mess-free, Manon's recipe uses the empty yoghurt pot to measure out the same quantities worth of ingredients. She says all you have to do is measure out two pots worth of sugar, three pots of flour and one of oil to ensure they match the quantity of the yoghurt used in the cake. Instructions Grease a Bundt cake tin or standard-sized loaf tin with a little butter or cooking spray then dust a light coating of flour over the top. Next, empty the yoghurt pot into a mixing bowl and fill it up twice with sugar and pour it into the bowl. Mix everything together with a whisk to form a thick cream before cracking in the eggs. To loosen the mixture, whisk in the eggs then drizzle in the vanilla extract, pour in the oil and stir once more. For the final step, add in the dry ingredients which include the flour, salt, and baking powder and pour into the tin. You can give the batter a quick taste test and if you feel it needs more flavour, you can add a little bit more vanilla. Cover the blueberries or raspberries in a little flour to stop them from sinking, then place them on the surface of the batter and push them in slightly. Bake in the oven for 35 minutes at 180C, then remove and leave to cool for 10 minutes. Carefully turn the cake out onto a cake stand with the fruit-topped side facing upwards. Sprinkle with icing sugar and top with a sprig of rosemary. Manon said: "Et voila. This is the quickest French cake in your repertoire!"
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
GBBO's Dame Prue Leith makes 'not good' comment in fresh family admission
GBBO's Dame Prue Leith makes 'not good' comment in fresh family admission The Great British Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith has opened up about her life away from the spotlight of her TV career, sharing a rare admission about her family Dame Prue made a rare family admission saying 'I'm not good' (Image: PA ) Dame Prue Leith, the esteemed Great British Bake Off judge, has shared a candid revelation about her family life, confessing, "I'm not good" when it comes to certain family matters. While Dame Prue regularly welcomes viewers into her home via her Cotswold Kitchen programme, sharing culinary wisdom, lately the 85-year-old cooking legend has been more open about her personal life beyond the kitchen. During a heartfelt exchange on The Travel Diaries podcast earlier in the year with Holly Rubenstein, she expressed her desire to cherish every moment with her husband, John Playfair, saying, "I haven't got much longer, I'm 85. I want to spend as much time as I can with him." Still, despite her intentions to seize every precious moment with her husband John, Dame Prue has recently acknowledged her shortcomings in another part of her family life. Prue and her husband John can often be seen on Prue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen together (Image: Lia Toby, WireImagevia Getty Images ) Speaking to The Observer magazine, she elaborated on these personal admissions by stating, "I adore my grandchildren, but I'm not a good granny. I have to be reminded about their birthdays, otherwise I'll forget." Article continues below Her challenges with remembering significant dates were previously highlighted in a MailOnline interview, where she admitted, "I don't think I have ever remembered a grandchild's birthday. This is not a proud boast—I am ashamed of it. In my defence—can this be a defence?—I seldom remembered—or remember—my own children's birthdays, or my husband's either. Or our wedding anniversary. Or Father's Day." She has previously shared how she frequently forgets key dates in the calendar (Image: Getty Images ) Dame Prue, who needs reminders about her grandchildren's birthdays, has two children from her first marriage to Rayne Kruger, which lasted from 1974 until his passing in 2002. Her son, Danny Kruger, is a father of three, while her daughter, Li-Da Kruger, has one child. In addition to her family life, Dame Prue has reached the pinnacle of her profession in recent years. She is most recognised for her role on The Great British Bake Off, where she judges alongside Paul Hollywood. Before succeeding Dame Mary Berry as judge on the baking competition nearly a decade ago, Dame Prue was already a prominent figure in the culinary world, having published her own cookery books and made numerous TV appearances. Dame Prue is best known for her role on the Great British Bake Off (Image: Ki Price, Getty Images ) Article continues below After learning the skills of the trade in her early twenties, she proceeded to open her own restaurant, Leith's, which was later awarded a Michelin star. More recently, she has been accompanied by John Playfair in Prue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen, where they invite fellow celebrities to their Cotswold home to sample her latest culinary creations. In the most recent series of the show, we have seen the likes of Alison Hammond, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, and Ellie Simmonds make appearances.
