Movies

Dracula's Dating Tips

London Mums magazine receives letters from readers regularly and this is one from Dracula himself wanting to share his dating tips on Singles Awareness Day. (giggle, giggle) Take them with a pinch of salt and … garlic! ‘Hello there! Dracula here. As an incredibly charming and charismatic gentleman with several centuries’ worth of experience, I thought I’d offer some advice…
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Movies

2018 Film Preview

London Mums have chosen their top films to look forward to in 2018, some of which are suitable for the whole family and others that are pure entertainment just for the mums and dads. As it appears some of the old classic stories are revisited in 2018 and represented with a more contemporary look and feel. Is this a sign of lacking creativity or a nostalgia revival? Here they are (click on…
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Movies

Film Review: Marvel's Black Panther out on 12 February 2018

If you are wondering what the fuss is all about the latest Marvel flick Black Panther well then imagine the best and funniest car chases ever seen on the big screen, over the top storylines, unapologetically black black black, gorgeous actors and actresses and incredible performances. Marvel fans will rejoice but mums, if you were thinking of taking all your kids to see this be aware that this is…
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Film Review: Peter Rabbit starring James Corden & Domhnall Gleeson

Peter Rabbit is without a shadow of a doubt the most uplifting and sweet quintessentially British family comedy of 2018. My expression is a bit of a mouthful but rightfully so: Peter Rabbit is the sort of movie you want to see with your kids, parents and grandparents because you will all laugh together and share lovely memories of it in the years to come. The story In Peter…
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The Han Solo movie is almost here! New trailer launched for Solo: A Star Wars Story out in UK cinemas on 25 May 2018

I personally cannot wait to board the Millennium Falcon and journey the galaxy far, far away with Solo: A Star Wars Story, an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy, Han Solo. Ron Howard directs it, which can only mean success for the Star Wars franchise. And as big Star Wars fans we love to have another prequel in-between movies. We can expect a series of daring…
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Shopping Guides

Product of the Year 2018 awards reveal the best of British innovation and pop

My annual involvement with Product of the Year is a source of inspiration for me as a London Mum and as a journalist. The latest trends in household products as well as new stars in the world of music are launched there in January and set the mood for the new year. The Product of the Year 2018 Awards night at Sheraton Grand Hotel Park Lane on 25th January was a testimony of that. Once again…
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Movies

Film review: Aardman's Early Man starring Eddie Redmayne & Tom Hiddleston

Unsurprisingly the latest Aardman’s animated movieEarly Man providesgreat familyentertainment.In fact I’d dare say that Aardman is the only film making company that truly entertains the whole family with every new production. It’s not just the mums who take the children to see the new animations but I know for a fact that dads and grandparents…
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Books

Book of the week: How to be a Fashion Designer guide by Lesley Ware

For a young fashion designer wannabe new DK book How to be a Fashion DesignerbyLesley Ware is perfect as it includes lots of ideas, projects, and styling tips to help creative children understand fashion and trends.Publication date is 1 February 2018. It costs£12.99 and issuitable for children aged 7+. I personally found…
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