Carouge Spring Festival
Le Printemps Carougeois, Carouge’s annual spring festival, is back from the 15th to the 25th of May 2014 with a…
Les Tentations de Camille
It’s true that the best things in life are sweet and, once you’ve set eyes on Camille’s spectacular…
What’s On in May 2014
The month of May is here with so many exciting family events you’ll be spoilt for choice. Here’s our…
Tell Me a Story
The Festival La Cour des Contes in Plan-les-Ouates is one of my favourite spring festivals in Geneva. For ten days,…
Just Dance
Spring is in the air & (very likely) in your step so dust off your dancing shoes because…
Tried & Tested: Goodness Gracious Foods
We’re back with another “Tried & Tested” post, where we give you the low-down on specific services and…
Forestland
A classic family haunt facing the Lac de Divonne, Forestland might be nothing new under the sun for many expats…
Twice the Fun
We’ve already posted about the “Ô Cézanne” exhibition at the Espace de la Jeunesse in Lausanne but when we actually…
La Belle Saison
Nestled at the heart of a luxuriant park near the river Arve, Villa Bernasconi is one of Geneva’s best-kept…
Junior Days Giveaway
We’re delighted to announce our first giveaway in collaboration with Junior Days, the family expo for children aged 4…
Easter at PAKOMUZé 2014
The 9th edition of “PâKOMUZé” is back this year to keep us & our little munchkins entertained during the…
Fi-Fon-Fan: Festival des Enfants
The 9th edition of the Festival International du Film Oriental de Genève, running from the 4th to the 13th…
What’s On in April 2014
Spring is finally here to stay and the list of events in Geneva, Vaud and nearby France is filled…
A Ribambelle Birthday
Last week we celebrated my middle son’s birthday and – for the second year in a row –…
This Book Is Made for Walking
Now that spring has officially sprung, how would you like to discover Geneva’s loveliest hidden corners and historical…
New English Playgroup
There is a new English language playgroup in town for little ones aged 2 to 5! Unfortunately, my…
Sunday Breakfast with a Difference
The Am Stram Gram theatre in Geneva has come up with a fantastic idea to liven up those lazy…
Little Bird Pilates
If you’ve been wanting to give Pilates a try without the long-term commitment that typically comes with a…
Pizza for Two?
You know the exhilarating feeling you get when a family member/trusted friend offers to look after your little…
Let’s Go To Deauville!
Swiss ethical brand L’Asticot have just launched their new 2014 spring/summer collection, inspired by the vintage style and maritime imagery…
Meet Petit Toi
Alejandra is the mumpreneur behind Petit Toi in Lausanne, a design shop for children which opened its doors at the…
Win Tickets to Expo Juniors
If you’re looking for a fun day-out for the whole family, with plenty of creative and educational activities, parades,…
What’s On in March 2014
Spring is almost here and the list of events in Geneva, Vaud and nearby France is filled with…
Carnival Celebrations
Carnival celebrations are so popular across Switzerland and France that it would be a shame to miss out…
Siegfried at the Opera
As part of the bicentenary celebrations commemorating Wagner’s birth, the Grand Théâtre de Genève has gone the extra mile…
Parc Pré Vert Reopens
Perched high on the hills of Bougy-Villars (VD) and bedecked with the most spectacular views over lac Léman & Mont…
Indoor Playcentres
Considering we still have so many rainy days ahead of us, I reckoned a post about indoor play…
Why Choose Greycoat Lumleys
Greycoat Lumleys is a respected, London-based recruitment company with a team specifically dedicated to the placement of childcare staff…
Les Recyclables
With its 11,000 books, healthy plats du jour and relaxed atmosphere, Les Recyclables is one of our favourite haunts in Geneva.…
Did You Say Concerto?
How would you like to take your children on a musical journey of discovery across time, from Vivaldi…
It’s a CrocO’deal
I might be late to the party but CrocO’deal Coffee in Divonne-les-Bains is such a fab child-friendly haven that I…
More Birthday Tips
My middle son’s birthday is coming up soon (panic!) and this means I’ve been going through all the…
Valentine’s Giveaway
We have a fantastic Valentine’s giveaway for our readers so book a baby-sitter for Saturday night and make…
L’Enfance de l’Art
If you have children aged 0 to 3 don’t miss the upcoming L’Enfance de l’Art Festival, which will be taking…
Winter Sledging
I have been doing some research about winter sledging in the area on behalf of my reckless boys…
French-Style Steak & Chips
Recently opened, L’Entrecôte Mademoiselle in Divonne-les-Bains is a great place to enjoy French-style steak & chips at a reasonable price. The…
Snake, Rattle & Roll
As my boys are currently going through a snakes phase while their little sister is obsessed with apple-eating…
Cool Party Kits
Is your child’s birthday coming up soon? Are you thinking of organizing the party yourself, maybe at home…
What’s On in February 2014
From skiing with the tiddlers to enjoying a delish family Sunday brunch, we’ve posted our favourite tips for a great family…
Au Boeuf Rouge
A couple of weeks before Christmas Expat Husband and I managed to sneak out for lunch without the…
Robinson Crusoe in Geneva
Daniel Defoe’s adventure classic “Robinson Crusoe” will be brought to the stage by the young performers at the…
NEST of Love
We all know how relocating abroad as a family can affect our children: sometimes we are able to…
Expat Mumpreneurs: Renata & Sara
We are very happy to publish the story of expat mumpreneurs Renata Bossetti and Sara Mesquida, the hearts…
Cézanne for Families
A fantastic new exhibition will be opening at the Vallée de la Jeunesse in Lausanne on the 11th of February…
Kings of the Burger World
What great news for all hamburger-lovers and those of us feeling an insatiable craving for crunchy bacon, pickles…
Breathe In & Relax
Have you made any resolutions for the new year? Let me guess…is one of them learning to take…
Indoor Fun at Fnac Kids
Following a makeover in November 2013, the Fnac Kids section at the Genève Rive store is looking great: the books…
Ciné au Palais
If your little explorers love documentaries, don’t miss the upcoming Ciné au Palais in Lausanne on the 1st & 2nd…
All Aboard
This weekend the little pirates & I spent a lovely Sunday afternoon at the Musée du Léman in Nyon. Recently…
It’s Party Time!
A few weeks ago my middle son was invited to a birthday party at Yatouland in Geneva. With 3 kids,…