Lots of fun food for kids to try in Montreal – French pastries such as pain au chocolat, brioche, fruit tarts, muffins, Quebec specialties poutine and maple cornets, and bagels, Montreal style.
Read more…Yellowstone & Grand Teton Summer 2026
Planning a family vacation to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks? Find out what facilities are available in each park, fun things to do with kids, tips for where to stay, children’s books and guides about the parks.
Read more…Scotland: Adventures in the Highlands
Scotland in summer is delightful, and in the Highlands, Loch Ness and Fort William are two of our favorite areas to explore. Plus a recipe for smoked salmon pate and oatcakes to make at home.
Read more…Yosemite Valley in Spring
This spring the waterfalls in Yosemite Valley are spectacular! Where to go, what to see, and tips for enjoying the hike to Vernal Fall and visiting Yosemite National Park with kids.
Read more…Italian lemon cake for Easter
Recipe for a sunny Italian lemon cake, perfect to bake for Easter – kids will have fun decorating with sprinkles. Easter in Europe – favorite shops for Easter sweets – Gilli in Florence, Fortnum & Mason London, Dallmayr in Munich.
Read more…Matzo Ball Soup for Passover
This week is the Jewish holiday of Passover. The holiday is a remembrance of the Jewish people’s journey from slavery in Egypt to freedom over 3,000 years ago.
Inspired by Tiny Chef, here’s our recipe for delicious matzo ball soup (made with love). Also children’s books to read about Passover.