These sessions are offered to parents/carers who would like further information on providing healthy family meals for themselves and their children, with the emphasis on home cooking.

They are usually practical sessions, where premises allow, so that parents can taste and try the foods prepared.

Sessions are supported with information such as basic nutrition, healthy options, budget meals, suitable snacks and drinks for toddlers.

Some sessions may also be supported by other professionals such as dental health, dietician etc. as appropriate.

Recipes may include soup, one-pot cooking, healthy puddings, smoothies etc.

Benefits include:

• Building parent's confidence

• Improving nutritional awareness

• Hands on experience and enhancing cooking skills

• Support from peers

Sample receipes:

• Home made soups

• One-pot meals

• Healthy option puddings

• Fruit smoothies