Kids & Company Blog

Posted on: Wednesday July 17th, 2013

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

This week’s blog is dedicated to one of my favourite fruits, the banana. Not only are they extremely tasty, but they are also a healthy choice for you and your little ones. Bananas are high in potassium, low in fat, and a good source of vitamins and fiber. Best of all, bananas grow all year… [read more]

I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream!

Posted on: Wednesday July 10th, 2013

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

“I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream”! With the melting heat of July, there is nothing better than “screaming” for a cool summer treat on a hot summer day. My children and I have a real “soft” spot for ice cream, and we love trying out the different ice cream flavours. Although… [read more]

A Chilly Summer Dish!

Posted on: Wednesday July 3rd, 2013

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Cooking is like my wardrobe. With every new season, my style changes to reflect the weather or mood of the season. With cooking, I like to do the exact same thing. Since summer is now in full force, I like to change up my recipes to reflect the times. Summer dishes should be light and… [read more]

Kids & Company at Stanley Park and the Toronto Zoo!

Posted on: Thursday June 27th, 2013

Posted by: Kidco Events

This past weekend was very eventful at Kids & Company! On Saturday, our BC families came out to Stanley Park for a fun morning of games and food catered by Kidco Kitchen! All families met at the Miniature Railroad Picnic Site and took part in a scavenger hunt, played ball toss games, and made friends… [read more]

Happy Canada Day!

Posted on: Wednesday June 26th, 2013

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

This week’s blog is dedicated to one of my favourite times of the year, the Canada Day long weekend. In my family, the July 1st holiday has always meant trips to the cottage, fireworks in the park, and fun gatherings with family and friends. Every year when this weekend approaches, I still get excited! When… [read more]

What To Consider When Choosing A Summer Camp!

Posted on: Thursday June 20th, 2013

Posted by: Kidco Curriculum

Summer break is just around the corner and while the kids are counting down to the lazy days of summer, many parents are scrambling to find a way to keep their kids entertained and stimulated over the break. A popular option is to register in a summer day camp. Here are some tips for choosing… [read more]

Bon Appétit!

Posted on: Wednesday June 19th, 2013

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

I’ve always loved French cooking. The French have a certain “je ne sais quoi” when it comes to the kitchen and their recipes continue to inspire me throughout my culinary career. France is home to many tasty dishes, but for this week’s blog, I want to focus on one of my favourite French treats: the… [read more]

A Fabulous Father’s Day Food Idea!

Posted on: Wednesday June 12th, 2013

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Now that summer is almost here, it’s time to soak in the warmer weather and spend more time enjoying the outdoors. And what better way to say hello to summer than with a barbecue! Father’s Day is fast approaching and a barbecue is the perfect way to celebrate with dad. As a wise man once… [read more]

Kids & Company Parenting Concierge Service

Posted on: Tuesday June 11th, 2013

Posted by: Kidco Plus

Do you have parenting questions? Ask Kids & Company! Kids & Company is thrilled to launch our parenting concierge service, as part of our kidco+ suite of services. Over the years, our staff at Kids & Company have gained valuable knowledge on finding and delivering the best care for children and their families. Our parenting… [read more]

To Swaddle or Not to Swaddle

Posted on: Thursday June 6th, 2013

Posted by: Victoria Sopik

There are so many questions that arise when you’re preparing for a new baby! Is it better to bottle or breast feed? Is it better to use a crib or cradle? Pacifier or no pacifier? There are so many questions, so many experts and so many “answers” it’s hard to keep track of them all!… [read more]