Thyme for Motherhood

On Parenting, Food & Recipes, and Travel

Thyme for Motherhood
  • About Me
  • Parenthood
  • Food & Recipes
  • Travel
    • Travels Before Kids
    • UK Family Travels
    • Int’l Family Travels
    • Day Trips
  • London for Kids
    • Days Out
    • London Parks
    • Museums
    • Indoor Soft Play
    • Kids Theatre
    • Zoos & Farms
  • About Me
  • Parenthood
  • Food & Recipes
  • Travel
    • Travels Before Kids
    • UK Family Travels
    • Int’l Family Travels
    • Day Trips
  • London for Kids
    • Days Out
    • London Parks
    • Museums
    • Indoor Soft Play
    • Kids Theatre
    • Zoos & Farms
  • Adventures Abroad,  Blog,  Family Travel,  Travel,  Year 1

    ¡Hola! Sitges

    / November 13, 2023

    South of Barcelona, Sitges boast 17 glorious beaches, an international film festival, and a  lively LGBT-scene with a charming old town.  After spending a few days with our friends in Barcelona, we were…

    read more
  • Mercat Boqueria Barcelona
    Adventures Abroad,  Blog,  Travel,  Year 1

    ¡Hola! Barcelona

    / November 6, 2023

    Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is full of charm with whimsical architecture, excellent food, and a fun relaxed vibe.  Half-term break takes us to the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona. Back in February, our…

    read more
  • Halong Bay Sunset
    Blog,  Life Before Kids,  Travel

    Travel in Review 2017

    / June 4, 2020

    Here is our travel in review for 2017. After spending two summers of house renovation, we finally got to sit back and enjoy the house, organising dinner parties and summer BBQs with friends.…

    read more
  • San Sebastian, Spain
    Blog,  Life Before Kids,  Travel

    Pintxos Hopping in San Sebastian

    / June 1, 2013

    Seriously what’s not to love about this gorgeous, seaside town of San Sebastian in the Spanish Basque Country? It’s easy-going, fun-loving, and there’s no shortage of beautiful beaches, dramatic coastline, and the food,…

    read more
  • Alhambra Granada Spain
    Blog,  Life Before Kids,  Travel

    The Alhambra & Granada, Spain

    / July 6, 2012

    Granada is a special place. Nestled on the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, it has a glorious past as the last city to fall to the Reconquest. Its main attraction, the Alhambra, a…

    read more
  • Cordoba Spain Mezquita
    Blog,  Life Before Kids,  Travel

    A Visit to the Mezquita of Cordoba

    / June 30, 2012

    For those of you heading to the medieval city of Cordoba, here’s a tip: visit the Mezquita before 10am. It’s free  during daily mass and the crowd is thin; just remember to dress…

    read more
  • Sevilla Tapas
    Blog,  Life Before Kids,  Travel

    Tapas-crawling in Seville

    / June 28, 2012

    We got an extra bank holiday this year to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee (God save the Queen!) and jetted off for a week-long holiday in sunny Spain with my kid sister. Andalucia…

    read more
  • Parc Guell Barcelona Spain
    Blog,  Life Before Kids,  Travel

    Viva La Barcelona!

    / March 14, 2010

    Ahhh, Barcelona– the land of Gaudi, tapas, fashion, Barca FC, and home of the famous La Ramblas — is definitely one of Europe’s most visually stunning city sitting on the edge of the…

    read more
  • Madrid Espana
    Blog,  Life Before Kids,  Travel

    Madrid, Espana

    / December 31, 2008

    Kenz and I literally slept walk to Gatwick Airport Friday morning for an early flight to Madrid (1hr45mins from London) to meet up with our friends, Pratish and Bharvi, who are traveling through…

    read more

About Me

Mauritius Island Mama and Baby

Hello. This is Lily here and welcome to my corner of the world! I’m a Californian living in London with my beautiful family. Celebrating life’s little joys.

Parenthood | Food | Travel

Read More!

Search

Archives

© Copyright Thyme for Motherhood 2025
Ashe Theme by WP Royal.