Fave Stocking-Fillers from Little Home
Now it’s the time to start thinking about little presents for the kids’ teachers and stocking-fillers for my…
December at MAMCO
The agenda for December 2012 at MAMCO, Geneva’s Musée d’art moderne et contemporain, is filled with great events that…
Ready Steady Escalade – part 1
As a self-confessed queen of sloth I might not be the best person to blog about this, but…
It’s “Un R de Famille” !
What do you do when you come across a place that brings back some of your happiest childhood…
L’Asticot Sale in Geneva
The story of Swiss ethical label L’Asticot began in 2009, when young mums Christie and Danièle put their creative…
See Heidi in Geneva !
I was so excited when I read about this, I nearly fell off my chair ! Yes, it’s really…
Best Fondue in Town ?
As the colours of autumn in Geneva turn to even more intense hues of ochre, burnt umber, copper…
Birthday Planning Tips
At one point or another, we’ve all been thrown into a frenzy by the scary prospect of having to organize…
Shopping & Fun at Les Automnales
Late autumn in Geneva can be a bit tricky: too late in the season to enjoy more of those balmy, cloudless October days…
Sunday Brunch with Kids
When it’s too cold and rainy to enjoy a family stroll but not cold enough that ski season…
November at MAMCO
The agenda for November 2012 at MAMCO, Geneva’s Musée d’art moderne et contemporain, is filled with great events…
Geneva’s Historical Trams
As we were driving past Cornavin Station a few weeks ago, my boys screamed with excitement at the…
Halloween Tales
Looking for some indoor fun for your little munchkins this Halloween ? Here’s some suggestions for this Wednesday…
Love Esther Zaricot
We can’t stop grinning from ear to ear since Mme Esther Zaricot agreed to give us this interview. She’s a Swiss…
Workshops for Budding Anthropologists
The autumn school holidays in the Canton of Geneva are nearly upon us, so if your children and teens…
Not Suitable for Vegetarians
If you’re a vegetarian please look away now. If you’re a carnivore foodie though, rejoice because Autumn in Switzerland is…
Sympa…les Poneys !
Little Miss Cutie is 2 and entering her “I love ponies” stage. She’ll squeal in delight every time we drive…
Who’s Afraid of the Creepy Crawlies ?
On Sunday I took my pretend children to the Vivarium de Meyrin. When I say “pretend children” I don’t…
Swiss Fashion Event in Geneva
A girl will always love fashion, even when most of her wardrobe is covered in dried-up Play-doh and…
Best Child-Friendly Pizzeria in Geneva
When we’re feeling a bit homesick and crave the heartwarming taste of authentic Italian pizza we always head…
Gourmands in Geneva
With more (Michelin) stars than the Milky Way and an array of delicious auberges, the area around Geneva…
Fun at the Museum
As mentioned in a previous post, I am a bit of an art addict and like to share this…
Until the Cows Come Home
As summer draws to an end and autumn begins, it’s time for a unique event not to be missed in Switzerland:…
A Scary Night in Morges !
For all the little monsters in our household Halloween can never come soon enough. Imagine our delight then when…
Vintage Toy Exhibition in Carouge
The Musée de Carouge has organised “Jouets et loisirs d’antan” – a fantastic exhibition of antique and vintage toys, which…
Expat Mumpreneurs: Michelle
Our “Expat Mumpreneurs” section is very close to our hearts. We have the greatest admiration for all the talented,…
ASK Information Day
Unique event in Geneva: a special needs education fair Saturday October 6th 2012 Crown Plaza Hotel, Geneva 9:30am – 3pm…
Apple Picking in Geneva
One of the perks of living in Geneva is that, although it’s the second biggest city in Switzerland, you’re…
Thalia et Bubu Pop-up Store
If you have a soft spot for stylish, cool designs for kids and would like to take a…
Going wal-Nuts in Switzerland
The Swiss are famous for their small festivals and one of the most charming in this region is…
The CAF: Cheque annuel de formation
The first time I heard about the CAF (Chèque annuel de formation) I had already been living in Switzerland…
Swiss School
Moving to a different country is daunting enough for anyone. Thinking about enrolling your children into a local…
A Bit of Downton, Swiss Style
I confess I do have a soft spot for costume drama and, yes, I did look forward to…
The Geneva Music Scene
Expats often complain that Geneva is “too quiet” and doesn’t offer much in terms of night-life or music gigs. If…
A Swiss Tribute to Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn, one of the most iconic Hollywood stars of all times, was a long-time resident of Tolochenaz,…
The Olympics: Far Away, So Close !
On our return flight from Canada we met two young Canadians wearing their official Olympic tracksuits, getting ready…
Les Fetes de Geneve
From the 19th of July to the 12th of August 2012 Geneva will be celebrating its fabulous summer…
Geneva for Free
We’ve all heard the bleak refrain that usually accompanies the mention of living in Geneva: “It’s one of…
Summer in Geneva
Summertime in Geneva can seem like a very quiet affair to most expats since many foreign families tend to take the children…
Yoga in the Park
If you love yoga, or always wanted to try it but never had the chance, why not make…
Meet La Maison de Colette
La Maison de Colette is definitely one of my favourite Geneva blogs. Created by Marion, a French mother-of-one and…
Walking the Jura
One of our favourite walks in the Jura is from St. Cergue to La Barillette. As you look…
The Tintin Connection
With the release of Spielberg’s 3D movie last year, cartoon-character Tintin has enjoyed a well-deserved revival. But did…
Make a Splash!
Now that summer is finally here, what better way to enjoy the sunshine than let your little ones…
Caribana Festival: The Lights Are On!
Get your dancing shoes on for the 22nd edition of the Caribana Festival, which takes place this week…
Out ‘n’ About with Baby in Geneva
Little Miss Cutie is now 21 months-old and parading so much attitude and toddler-swagger that her baby days seem…
Discover Nyon’s Flea Market
The flea market in Nyon (les puces de Nyon) is a delightful way to while away a few…
Eyebrow Threading in Geneva
Threading is an ancient method of hair removal involving the use of a a twisted cotton thread rolled…