Posts by Emilie in Paris

THE SHOPUP
A recap of our recent NYC ShopUp!
We might sound like a broken record but the New York ShopUp was again so, so good. We had such a great group of shops and so many wonderful people visiting us -- we are honestly so honoured to be part of such a great community. First off, we want to thank our amazing shop ...
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THURSDAY THOUGHTS
Do you let your kids walk to school?
Here in Paris not many families own a car, so driving our kids to our local school is not really an option, especially as the traffic is so very bad. We mostly walk, and kids start walking on their own to school from about 8 or 9. My eldest daughter Coco started at 8 as ...
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TOYS & GAMES
Add a slackline to your outdoor adventures!
We had an awesome holiday this summer -- simple, refreshing and surrounded by good friends. It has been a hectic year, so it was especially wonderful for the whole family to be able to sleep for hours and never get out of our pyjamas. Our batteries have been recharged! We tried out new recipes, sat ...
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FOOD
Classic French Fruit Tarte
This year is a year of plums in the French countryside – the trees are falling over with them!! I tried to vary a little bit from my usual solution to this 'problem', which is to bake a clafoutis every day. This year, I tried one of the most traditional French desserts: a fruit tarte. The great ...
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RECIPES
Spinach and Ricotta Pie
I am just back from a beautiful long weekend in the northern part of Italy, in Liguria, famed for its pesto and vegetable pies and, not surprisingly -- we ate like kings. There is something about the fresh products in Italy that seems to marry together perfectly, I never seem to be able to recreated the ...
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THURSDAY THOUGHTS
Thursday Thoughts: 'Read the Room' -- advice for kids
I have recently realised that a lot of my parenting philosophies can be synthesised down into a few short phrases or even words. The phrases have changed with the years (I don't seem to be screaming a simple "Stop!" that often anymore). Some phrases, I am sure, have been used since the dawn of time. ...
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HOME AND DÉCOR
Hibou Home wallpapers and bedroom accessories
I have been spending my year renovating my flat and it has been exhausting, exhilarating, tiring and also energising at the same time. After being in the new flat for a couple of months now, we are starting to settle in. But every morning I wake up with new ideas and plans - some of ...
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FASHION
Stylish swimwear from Surlaplage
Summer is arriving and we did not even see it coming! One day it is cold and grey and then next the sun is everywhere and people are walking in the streets with a big smile on their face! I do love this time of year. Summer also means digging out all the summer clothes ...
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OUTDOORS
The Micro Beach Wagon -- an excellent companion, even in the city
One of the pesky little things of living in this beautiful city of mine is transport. All my friends who live outside of Paris own a car. The simplicity of jumping into a car and driving to a shop, loading the groceries or bigger items from the trolly to the boot of the car and ...
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SHOPUP
The LA ShopUp -- a recap in photos
I know we say it every single time we get back from a ShopUp event, but the ShopUp in downtown Los Angeles this weekend was just so so great. We are still buzzing about now! We absolutely loved The Springs venue and its location in downtown LA. We had never been to the downtown area before ...
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SHOPUP
Coming up very soon: A springtime ShopUp in East London!
It is exciting times over here at Babyccino! Not only are we off to Los Angeles this week for the LA ShopUp, we are also in the midst of planning our very first London Spring ShopUp (taking place the weekend of the 6th of May)! We are super excited as not only will we have loads of new shops ...
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KIDS
Zozu Baby -- pretty bows for girls and for boys
Please let me introduce you to another one of our inspiring portal members, Sandy the founder of Zozu Baby, an adorable shop making bows for girls and, my personal favourite, for boys too. Sandy got the idea for Zozu Baby when she had her daughter. She wanted to find items for her baby that reflected ...
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KIDS ROOMS
Sweetcase - beautiful essentials for newborns (and gorgeous room decor)
The other day I was having a coffee with the lovely Murielle from Sweetcase -- I do love talking to the people we work with and discuss what inspired them to start their businesses! We touched base on how she was inspired to create Sweetcase... Murielle was expecting her second child when she realised that ...
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THURSDAY THOUGHTS
My thoughts on child birth
I was on the phone to Courtney the other night and we were laughing about how people can have such different attitudes towards child birth. There is a world of difference between the hippie town of Byron Bay and inner city Paris! Here is my theory: for me birth is a bit like a long-haul ...
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BEAUTY
My favourite cruelty-free skincare products
My daughter has started developing her activist streak and it is really making me think about my shopping habits and attitudes. I absolutely agree with her that testing on animals is not a great thing, but have to admit I can easily forget to think about it when out shopping. But seeing the earnestness in ...
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THURSDAY THOUGHTS
One of my rules
One of the reasons I like writing posts for Babyccino is because it gives me a chance to stop and think and analyse my parenting philosophies. So often when I tell my kids to do something and they ask me why, my answer is the same as every parent since the dawn of time: because I ...
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KIDS
Beautiful, European-style shoes at Munchkin et Moi
Shoes -- we cannot live without them so we might as well embrace them! Here in continental Europe we have some very specific styles of shoes for children. I swear you can often recognise a European child by the kind of shoes he/she is wearing! We like brogues, buckled shoes and shoes that get passed ...
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HOME AND DÉCOR
The flap between my girls' rooms
Renovating a flat has been a fun, if a bit stressful event in my life. I had no idea how all consuming it was going to be. I spent nights pinning on Pinterest, researching flats in every corner of the world, searching for inspiration and checking out every possible Ikea hack there was in the ...
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THURSDAY THOUGHTS
When to consider speech therapy and other types of educational support
About a year ago my youngest daughter, who was holding a book, turned to me and said, "Mommy, it is really interesting -- I can see this letter in my head, but I cannot manage to write it on a piece of paper". I was intrigued, and like a good French person, went straight to ...
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SHOPUP
The London 2016 ShopUp (a recap in photos)
The London ShopUp wrapped up last night and it was, if I may say so, our best one yet! Even the weather was kind to us this year with not a single cloud in the sky (our rain curse must finally be over!). We had more than 3,000 visitors stop by, browse, shop and say hello. What a ...
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THE SHOPUP
Powder Byrne -- and the chance to win a family ski holiday!
We are literally counting down to the ShopUp over here at Babyccino and I am super excited to introduce you to yet another one of our amazing sponsors -- the luxury family travel specialist Powder Byrne. Powder Byrne has been creating the perfect ski holidays for families for more than 30 years, so these guys know what ...
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COOK BOOKS AND MAGAZINES
Little Dish -- sponsors of our London ShopUp event
A while ago, I was sent a cook book by the lovely Little Dish Team. Honestly, it is still one of my main go-to books for when I need inspiration for a well-balanced, easy to make meal (you know the way you sometimes get into a rut of always cooking the same thing? It happens ...
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TABLEWARE
Team Favourites: Water bottles
I was having a chat to my kids the other day about the environment and the amount of unnecessary waste we produce. One of my pet peeves is plastic water bottles. So we are going to try and make a concerted effort of taking a water bottle with us when we are out and about, instead ...
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Little'un Baby BoxPerfectly selected boxes of baby essentials - including a first bed
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@vivobarefoot design shoes based on the belief that not wearing shoes is what's best for us and for our kids! Intriguing, isn't it? So we wanted to know more and we asked Bayarma, the mum behind the brand, if she would tell us more about it! Her interview is up on the blog today, link in profile! #babyccinoboutiques #interview
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The stunning framed galleries from @natalie_thelittlesquaregallery will make the ultimate bespoke Christmas gift for a loved one! Just pick your favourite photos and let them do their magic. You have until November 17th to make sure you receive your frame on time for Christmas - and if you're super organised and order by the 29th of October, delivery is free for the UK and 50% off for international shipping! Follow the link in profile to find out more! #babyccinopickoftheday #babyccinoboutiques
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If you're looking for a unique birth gift, @mrstarskyamsterdam create the most lovely and special design posters, featuring the sky and stars as they were at the time and location of a little one's birth. So beautiful! #babyccinoboutiques #newshop
1 day ago
Go on a forest leaf hunt and make these animal leaf masks with your kids! They're easy to do, and look completely amazing don't you think? You can even make some superhero ones. Link to the blog post in profile! #craftsanddiy #autumncrafts #autumn #fall
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Are you ready for Halloween? Check out our not-so-spooky Top Ten selection this week! Tap for details and follow the link in profile for more info #babyccinotopten #halloween
2 days ago
Just the cutest smile ever! And how about this little bunny face on the onesie? We love how @organiczoo managed to create a 100% organic, ethically made range of baby clothes that is so playful and so stylish! Courtney shares her favourite pieces for baby Wilkie on the blog, link in profile! #babyccinoboutiques
2 days ago
Esther and her kids went apple picking on a beautiful sunny morning and made the best Dutch apple pie you can dream of! We're sharing the recipe on the blog, with tons of gorgeous photos from @maudfontein. Have a look, follow the link in profile!
3 days ago
Tomorrow Tuesday 17th, @hannahandtiff will open their pop up shop in London - don't miss it! Come and see their latest Autumn collection, enjoy 20% off on all full price items, and shop limited pieces of sample sales too! The perfect opportunity to discover this stylish and colourful British brand with South East Asian influence (follow the link in profile to find out more!) 17-29 Oct at @fountlondon, 358-360 Westgate st. London E8 3RN. #babyccinopickoftheday
3 days ago
This is an actual photo of what Esther needs to make her delicious minestrone soup! A scrumptious soup full of goodness that the whole family will love. Recipe from the blog archives, link in profile!🥒🥕 #babyccinoeats #familydinner
4 days ago
The Quince Tree is a London culinary hidden gem - and a firm brunch favourite amongst locals - situated in a cosy greenhouse in the middle of Clifton Nurseries, London's oldest garden center. Read all about the delicious menu and check out the gorgeous photos in our London City Guide, link in profile!️🥞 #babyccinocityguides #london #londonwithkids #londonbrunch
4 days ago
Handmade red fabric mushroom / toadstool ornaments to hang anywhere you like
1 day ago
MintyWendy offers all the practicality of silicone, baby-friendly jewellery, complete with French style. The beautiful collection is one that you would feel very happy wearing under any circumstances, but the magic lies in the fact that it is perfectly designed for the needs of mums of young babies and those of their little ones.
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My favourite Dutch apple pie is the most simple and straightforward one. Just flour, butter, eggs and sugar — and apples, of course! And I do think it should always have the crossed pastry strips on top. It’s just tradition, you know, and anyway — my grandmother made it that way. Easy and delicious.
1 day ago
DIY Finger Knit Rope Trivet Tutorial
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Merino wool is the best for kids: machine washable and breathes like a second skin, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer. It is moisture wicking, flame retardant and anti-allergy. And it's the softest!
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The pure linen creations of Telulinen are a wonderful meeting of natural materials and functional design. The combination offers amazing comfort and beauty to everyday items. In this online shop you will find a divine range of bedding for adults and children, some beautifully simple items to wear and lovely square canopy tents too.
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herfst boeket heim tiny houses jurianne matter
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Walnut bread
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How fun are these animal and superhero leaf masks! My kids absolutely loved making them. They are so easy to do and even come with their own little stick to hold them up. All you really need are some large autumn leaves and good felt tip pens. So why not get outside this weekend and take the kids on a forest leaf hunt.
1 day ago
Knit these cute leaf coasters with Lion Brand Fishermen's Wool and size 7 knitting needles. Find this pattern on Ravelry.
1 day ago
Our beautiful new book, '9 months: A month by month guide to pregnancy' for the family to share, is AVAILABLE NOW! You can order it here: UK: http://amzn.to/2n6eCT7 / US: http://amzn.to/2nVWOZo / AUS: http://bit.ly/2nDYggy
5 months ago
Check out our new book! 9 months: A month by month guide to pregnancy for the family to share. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: UK: http://amzn.to/2n6eCT7 / US: http://amzn.to/2nVWOZo / AUS: http://bit.ly/2nDYggy
6 months ago
Check out the cool vibes of our Shop Up event in London in December!
6 months ago
Our 2nd live shopping event in Brooklyn was amazing! Great shopping, delicious treats, tons of kids activities and a super cool family photo booth!
10 months ago
Esther shows us her recipe for delicious mint syrup.
1 year ago
Our live shopping event in London at Chelsea Old Town Hall in 2015 was a big success and so much fun.
1 year ago
Here we show you how to harvest rhubarb from the garden, and make it into a delicious compote. If you make oatmeal at the same time, you have made a delicious and nutritious breakfast that your family will love! (Ours do!)
1 year ago
This gym bag is such a fun and easy project, also for beginners this is a nice sewing project. Esther, Emilie and the kids had so much fun going to the market choosing all the supplies. The fabrics from Little Cube are the cutest!
1 year ago
Our first live shopping event in Brooklyn was a great success. We loved seeing the best boutiques under one roof, combined with great food and fun activities...and some dancing! Hope to see everyone this year again on September 18th & 19th at 501 Union, 501 Union Street in Brooklyn.
1 year ago
Hi guys! Here Bethie and I are showing you how to prepare a super easy dish that your family will love -- a video we bring to you in cooperation with Abel & Cole, deliverer of fabulous food boxes filled to the brim with organic freshness! Here's the list of ingredients: a royal 1 tbsp of olive oil 1 butternut squash 1 red onion 2 red peppers 2 garlic cloves 4 vine tomatoes 150g quinoa sea salt & freshly ground pepper 300 ml vegetable stock 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 25g raisins 80g black olives And for the garnish: a handful of chervil feta (optional) Directions: Peel your butternut squash. Cut in half and scoop out the seeds. Chop the flesh into 1cm chunks. Peel and cut the onion into thick slices. Cut the pepper in half and scoop out the seeds and white pith. Chop into bitesized pieces. Peel and thinly slice the garlic. Roughly chop the tomatoes. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy based pan. Tip in all the veg and quinoa. Pour in the veg stock and the red wine vinegar. Add the raisins and the olives. Season with salt and pepper. Pop on a lid and cook for 30-40 mins until the squash is soft and the sauce thick. Stir every now and then during cooking. Scatter over the chervil (or flat leaf parsley leaves) and serve in warm bowls. Top with crumbled feta if you like! A super colourful, super easy and super delicious dish for taste buds of all ages! Bon appétit!
1 year ago