Kids Los Angeles - December 15, 2008

How to Eat Fried Worms

ArtBites Family Food Capers

Paper clips, dog biscuits, boogers. Kids are notorious for having adventurous appetites.

For a more palatable gastronomic experience, treat them to a family caper from ArtBites.

The cooking school founded by Maite Gomez-Rejon creates made-to-order culinary events based on your wee one’s favorite book, movie, song, or painting. Recent themes include an Eloise-inspired affair (think cucumber sandwiches, scones, jam, whipped cream, fruit tartlets).

You provide the kitchen. She supplies ingredients, aprons, recipes, and a chef’s toque for every family member.

They’re guaranteed to eat it up. Without any trips to the emergency room.

ArtBites (310-396-4648 or artbites.net).

GO
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
What: Ooh and ah over canoes, kayaks, and multimillion dollar yachts gussied up with lights. Early birds catch the views.
Why: Ahoy, Santa!
When: Wed.-Sun., 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: For directions, go to christmasboatparade.com or call 949-729-4400.

BUY
Oots! Lunch Boxes
What: Nifty Dutch design fits a water bottle beneath the strap and is BPA-free.
Why: Way cooler than a brown bag.
When: They’ve outgrown SpongeBob.
Where: Plastica, 8405 W. 3rd St., b/t Croft & Orlando Aves., West Hollywood (323-655-1051).

DITTY
L.A. Philharmonic Holiday Sing-Along
What: Belt out classic Christmas tunes with The Angeles Chorale. Lyrics provided.
Why: Jingle all the way.
When: Sun., 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Where: Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., b/t 1st & 2nd Sts., Downtown (323-850-2000).