Category Archives: Chiswick family life

Saturday morning kids cinema in Chiswick – all the options

I've found it really difficult to work out what cinemas show kids clubs when, and where the listings are buried. So here it is – my guide to kids cinema accessible from Chiswick. I'm only listing the bargainous special kids … Continue reading

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Family friendly food – and adult friendly rye: Review

I guess the clue's in the name. Jackson & Rye. As in Rye Whiskey. (Conjuring up images of Don Maclean singing American Pie, and the old drinking song – Rye Whiskey Rye Whiskey Rye Whiskey I cry). But it wasn't … Continue reading

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A chiswick 5 mins with… the Band Project

Itโ€™s the latest in our series of our โ€˜5 mins withโ€™ interviews with local interesting peeps. This time we meet Melanie, from the Band Project which works with 8-16 year olds. Read on and see why being outdoors, living life … Continue reading

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French cuisine delivered to your door – Papa Chef review

Last month we had a French cuisine evening at home, all delivered to our door courtesy of delightful local firm Papa Chef, that really puts the 'bon appetit' in takeaway! Now how many food options do you have to choose … Continue reading

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A Chiswick Christmassy December – what to see and do.

I'll be updating this list between now and Christmas, so please send your suggestions to me at Chiswick _ mum @ yahoo dot co dot uk GONE – Saturday 13 – Sunday 14 December 1. See the lovely Sara Ward, … Continue reading

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Friday coffee time…le pain quotdien

I'm continuing my series of Chiswick coffee shop reviews, by sitting in Le Pain Quotdien with a bowl of coffee and a brioche bun. Purely in the interests of research, you understand. ๐Ÿ™‚ It's one of those amazing Autumnal sunny … Continue reading

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Friday coffee time….

Friday is my coffee time. I drink coffee the rest of the week too – a lovely strong cafetiere brew, brought to me in bed (I know!) with an indulgent splodge of whippy cream on top. But on Fridays, my … Continue reading

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A piece of cake – review

This is the very first review on my blog from Chiswick Dad! So please do leave me a comment letting me know what you think! Should I let him loose on my blog again? ๐Ÿ˜‰ Here he talks crafts, cupcakes … Continue reading

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Chiswick summer fair – get involved!

I love Chiswick in summer. One of my favourite things about the summers here is that there's a school fete or local festival on practically every weekend. I've been asked to spread the word about the Chiswick Summer Fair on … Continue reading

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Japanese express – in Chiswick!

Last weekend we tried the express lunch at Chisou โ€“ the Japanese restaurant on Barley Mow passage in our beloved Chiswick. It was a complementary meal for the purposes of this review, but could end up being very expensive – … Continue reading

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