Fri. Dec 6th, 2024

Kids’ Roasts at Duvale’s, Riverside East

East London has a brand new Sunday roast – and it comes with unlimited Yorkshire puddings! As part of his recently launched residency at Riverside East in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Chef Jamie Duvale (previously worked with Gordon Ramsay and Claude Bosi) has added a mouthwatering Sunday roast to Duvale’s weekend offering. Alongside bottomless Yorkshires, choose from roast beef or roast chicken, both served with beef fat roast potatoes, or Rosemary and confit garlic baked celeriac with brown butter roast potatoes, all with cauliflower cheese, seasonal veg and red wine gravy (all priced at £22 each!). Kids’ roasts are £11 each and include bottomless Yorkshires to the little ones too!

Science-Magic shows at Twist Museum

Science-magician Dr Matt Pritchard returns to Twist Museum on Oxford Street to deliver a series of shows for the whole family. Dr Matt is known for combining the wonder of magic with the principles of science, blending sleight-of-hand illusions with scientific explanations. Dr Matt’s unique approach to magic doesn’t rely solely on tricks; instead, he reveals the scientific principles behind the illusions, offering a fascinating blend of entertainment and education.

Twist is a museum of illusions with thrilling exhibits, interactive fun, mind-bending puzzles and unique photos ops!

Kids eat free at Browns Brasseries (London + nationwide)

Feast as a family this half term, with every adult main meal purchased you’ll receive a free children’s meal. Exclusive to all new and existing VIP members, download the app for free and book your nearest Browns brasserie. Since Browns Brasserie first opened in Brighton over 50 years ago, the restaurants have become known for their comforting British classics. The brasseries now occupy prime spots in historic and culturally rich towns and cities across the UK, often in beautiful landmark buildings. The site in Cambridge has reopened this week in the 19th century Old Addenbrooke’s Hospital.

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By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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