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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 Mirror
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
GBBO's Briony May reveals secrets to getting children involved in cooking
A study of 1,000 parents with children aged 2-10, found the majority agreed that getting their kids involved in the kitchen is important but four in ten struggled to do so TV chef and presenter Briony May Williams has shared her top tips for getting children involved in the kitchen, emphasising that a bit of mess is all part of the fun. The semi-finalist from The Great British Bake Off highlighted the importance of including kids in every step of meal preparation. This comes after a survey of 1,000 parents with children aged between 2 and 10 found that most believe involving their little ones in cooking is crucial. The majority felt it helps expand their child's food knowledge and boosts their confidence through creativity in the kitchen. However, 42 per cent admitted they find it challenging to get their children engaged. While cooking with her nine year old daughter Nora, Briony said: "Cooking with kids doesn't have to be as stressful as it might seem, encourage them to get involved." She recommends taking regular breaks to keep the little ones (and yourself) stimulated, creating a fun playlist for some background tunes, and focusing on a theme. According to Briony, embracing mess when cooking with children is also important. The sooner this happens the more relaxed adults will be, and everyone will enjoy the event more. "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," she said. Briony teamed up 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 added. Key ways parents try to get kids to be more involved in the meal-prep process include letting them help choose what's for dinner or turning the kitchen into a disco. A third will try out new and unusual foods together, and a quarter swear by turning mealtimes into themed nights – like Taco Tuesdays, or 'Breakfast for Dinner'. Dr Angharad Rudkin, a child clinical psychologist, said: "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. 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. "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
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.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Bake Off star Laura Adlington strips off to nothing but boob tape as she gives pregnancy update
The star revealed in April she was set to have her first baby BREAST IS BEST Bake Off star Laura Adlington strips off to nothing but boob tape as she gives pregnancy update BAKE Off star Laura Adlington stripped off to nothing but boob tape, as she gave fans a pregnancy update. The TV star, 36, has been keeping fans up to-date with her journey to become a mum, after revealing she is expecting her first child in April. Advertisement 5 Bake Off star Laura Adlington stripped off to just boob tape Credit: Instagram/ 5 The baking queen announced she was pregnant in April Credit: Instagram/ 5 Laura is known for her posts about body positivity Credit: Getty 5 Laura competed on GBBO in 2020 Credit: Instagram Laura's exciting pregnancy news followed her nine year fertility journey. Since then, the mum-to-be has been keeping fans up-to-date with her pregnancy. As well as being known for Bake Off, Laura is also a body positively influencer, and her latest post reflected this. Taking to Instagram, she proudly showed off her curves in a mirror selfie. Advertisement In the picture, she revealed she had used boob tape on her swollen breasts, as she was going to a wedding. Sharing the snap on her Insta Stories, she wrote over it "My t**s look (and feel) MASSIVE all of a sudden." Women's breasts swell during pregnancy due to hormonal changes that prepare them for breastfeeding. GENDER REVEAL The candid update comes after Laura revealed that her and her husband Matt are was expecting a boy. Advertisement Last week they shared a cute picture of themselves holding up a blue baby outfit. In a lengthy post next to the sweet snap, Laura revealed that the couple had bought the outfit when they started trying for a baby nine years ago. Continuing the post, The Great British Bake Off star said: "Well, earlier this year, as many of you know, our prayers were finally answered. And recently we found out we're having a little boy. Advertisement "I'll be honest: part of me had hoped for a girl. "But looking back, we never bought a girl's outfit – just this one. "So maybe that's the universe's way of saying this was always meant to be. I was on Bake Off and cruel trolls mocked my fertility battle - it shattered my confidence, says Laura Adlington "Now, this little outfit isn't just a symbol of hope. It's waiting, just like we are, for the little boy who was always meant to fill it." Advertisement BABY NEWS In April, Laura and Matt revealed they were expecting a 'miracle' baby after nine years of infertility and being told to lose 14st. The star admitted she had "quietly decided to give IVF a try" over the last year. Sharing her pregnancy news, she posted a photo of her smiling alongside Matt while holding a baby scan in her hand, with fans rushing to congratulate her on the exciting news. 5 Laura revealed her and husband Matt are having a baby boy Credit: Instagram
Buzz Feed
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Create A Queer Reality Show To Find Your Queer Celeb Soulmate
I know some of us don't like to admit it—but it's easy to get obsessed with Keeping Up With the Kardashians and The Great British Bake Off. We can't get enough of reality TV! And honestly, who wouldn't? But you know what would be better? Having a queer version of these shows. I love RuPaul's Drag Race... but I want more. 😍 I am giving you an opportunity to indulge your fantasies. Create your own queer reality show, and I'll tell you which queer celebrity is your meant-to-be!
