Articles written by Arlene Kelly

Is it possible to be stress free when cooking for family and friends at Christmas? Jamie Oliver's latest Channel 4 food offering is a good place to start.

Dec 23, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Joe McElderry may have taken the trophy, but Olly Murs reigns as the king of cool. You just wouldn't take a risk on the "oldies", would you Simon?.

Dec 16, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

In a bid to get the nation back in the kitchen for the festive season, Delia Smith returns with simple recipes and lots of handy hints.

Dec 15, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

So it seems Simon Cowell wants a pop star after all - the most original talent is gone, which leaves the usual field of "I'll record whatever I'm told" types.

Dec 10, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Yet another supernatural TV show, this one loosely based on John Updike's novel Witches of Eastwick. At least there aren't any vampires ...

Dec 3, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Fans of Wallace and Gromit will love the adventures of Shaun, sheepdog Bitzer and the Naughty Pigs.

Nov 26, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

No celebrity chefs here - this Channel 4 cooking show has members of the public pitted against each other to win a cash prize. The knives are well and truly out!

Nov 20, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Miranda Hart's eponymous new sitcom makes the transition from radio to TV. Can she snag her man without tripping over him first?

Nov 17, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Can the country please stop for a moment and ask why it is baying for the blood of two 18-year-old boys? OK, "Jedward" can't sing, but it's just a TV show, people!

Nov 5, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. And please don't let the Americans remake it. Note to Harvey Keitel - scenery chewing is NOT the same as acting.

Oct 25, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie Oliver embraces the Navajo way of life and loves the food. Can he help the tribe preserve its heritage by getting its youngsters away from Taco Bell and KFC?

Oct 14, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

The latest episode in the Channel 4 series sees Jamie Oliver try his hand at soul food, and go head to head with the pros in a massive barbecue competition.

Oct 6, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie Oliver heads south to New Orleans for some Cajun cooking and yet another excuse to party.

Oct 1, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie Oliver hits New York, and finally hits his stride. Not a glimpse of the Empire State Building, but plenty of action in the kitchen.

Sep 23, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

The latest offering from the contradiction in terms that is BBC comedy. Definitely not the new Gavin and Stacey, but the same old dross.

Sep 18, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

It's a dream come true for Jamie Oliver in this episode - a chance to experience real life at home on the range.

Sep 12, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie Oliver's latest Channel 4 food show is a bit short on cooking, but has plenty of shots of him living it large in da hood.

Sep 7, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Welcome back Dannii, Louis, Cheryl and Simon - any chance you might be picking someone from the Groups or the Over-25s this year?

Aug 26, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Is the Duchess of York really the best person to tackle the problems on a south Manchester council estate? Part one of this ITV documentary reveals the hurdles she faces.

Aug 24, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

With over 500 events staged annually, child beauty pageants are big business in America. Can this glorified world of spray tans and fake nails catch on in Britain?

Jul 26, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Dominic Savage delves behind the grim headlines to tell the story of three people all affected by the current banking crisis.

Jul 21, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Who will live and who will die? Director David Yates leads Potter fans closer to the ultimate clash between good vs evil.

Jul 20, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Ben Edwards and Rachel New bring their new credit crunch "comedy" to the screen - pity they left out the laughs.

Jul 17, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

For most children, a sense of belonging is an important part of school life. Is it easier to feel accepted at a faith school, where religion plays a more dominant role?

Jul 10, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Reporter Jon Ronson signs up for an Alpha course to discover just how this increasingly popular Christian movement works.

Jul 3, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

The latest edition of BBC's Imagine series finds Alan Yentob at the Sadler's Wells Theatre to meet a unique dance group determined to show the youngsters how it's done

Jun 28, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Three cheers for Gabbie Asher's new series - Secs in the City but so much more.

Jun 24, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

This two-part comedy-drama proves that it's not just the BBC who are struggling to come up with quality programmes. Desperate parents + annoying children = zero laughs.

Jun 18, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Dr Gregory House, keen practitioner of How to Lose Friends and Alienate People, faces some unpleasant home truths in this gripping first episode.

Jun 8, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

ITV1 may have won the Saturday night ratings battle, but the whole final lacked suspense. Singer or dance act; nobody else really stood a chance.

Jun 2, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Susan Boyle or Shaheen Jafargholi? Diversity or Flawless? It seems the judges have forgotten the winning act will appear on the Royal Variety Performance.

May 30, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Tim Roth plays a human lie detector in a first-rate American drama series that takes behavioural analysis to a whole new level.

May 22, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Director Emma Loach interviews Madeleine McCann's parents to find out how they are coping two years on from her disappearance.

May 14, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Martin Clunes explores island life in the far north of Scotland. What makes people choose the simple life without all mod cons?

May 8, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Will Martin Clunes rise or fall as he takes on Leonard Rossiter's iconic 70s sitcom role?

May 1, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Simon Cowell, what have you done? Does this woman deserve to be dissected like a frog in order to sell newspapers? Surely her wonderful voice is all that matters.

Apr 23, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Not even the usually reliable Rhys Ifans can save this lame comedy about pirate radio DJs in 60s Britain. Definitely not groovy, baby.

Apr 14, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Simon Baker heads the classy cast of a cop show where brains have a distinct advantage over brawn.

Apr 9, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

The 20-year-old X Factor finalist may be contemplating a career change after yet more perfect scores and sublime skating led to his well-deserved victory.

Mar 24, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Hampered by injuries, the gutsy Coleen finally bowed out of Dancing on Ice this week. It's what judge Jason Gardiner has been praying for, but she was classy to the end.

Mar 20, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Shock horror! Coleen avoids the skate-off once more. The judges try their best, but every week she's saved by the public. But does she deserve to be in the semi-final?

Mar 10, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Matthew Weiner's sublime 60s drama is finally back Can the advertising kings of Sterling Cooper embrace the changing times, or just cling to past glories?

Mar 4, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

In Trouble in Amish Paradise, Director Helen Hill examines an unsettling development, as some community members are deciding the leaders no longer follow the word of God

Feb 25, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

26 million Britons watched Jayne and Chris do the nation proud and record the first ever perfect score in ice dance. Director Helen Hill charts their path to success.

Feb 19, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Director Deborah Perkin follows children's author Michael Rosen ("We're Going On A Bear Hunt") in his quest to discover the best way of getting kids to read.

Feb 13, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Yet again it falls to Jamie Oliver to highlight the plight of another neglected group - UK pig farmers, whose numbers are in steady decline.

Feb 9, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Director Jonathan Rudd details the Metropolitan Police quest to arrest a terrorist suspect, which culminated in the shooting of an innocent man at Stockwell tube station.

Feb 2, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

There's not much time for fun when you have a lively toddler plus full-time college to contend with. Has Kizzy Neal started to regret keeping her baby?

Jan 21, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Director Martin Dennis and writer Georgia Pritchett are at the helm of this latest BBC comedy. Alas they seem to think farce is a substitute for a quality script.

Jan 15, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

Nick Park brings Wigan's most famous inventor and cheese connoisseur back to the small screen. Who's got it in for the town's bakers?

Jan 3, 2009 - Arlene Kelly

From cooking the turkey to the easiest, tastiest vegetables, Jamie's step-by-step recipes take the stress out of Christmas.

Dec 25, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Looking for a selection box of festive goodies to keep the family entertained? BBC wins hands down over ITV for new shows, but there are repeats on every channel.

Dec 18, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Lacking the bite of classic shows Crocodile Shoes and Auf Wiedersehen Pet, Nail's return to the BBC has "flabby middle age" written all over it.

Dec 4, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

The first in a four-part series tracing the life of a noblewoman forced to choose between her loyalty to the King and fighting for the rights of the common people.

Nov 28, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

With the X Factor once again highlighting Britain's singing hopefuls, this BBC 3 show offers an alternative view of the obsessive quest for fame.

Nov 18, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Veronica Clifford tells the story of one little girl who wanted to die - but doesn't know why. How does childhood anorexia strike so quickly?

Nov 13, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Russell Brand casts his eye over the great British obsession with pets. Those hoping for heartwarming tales of fluffy kittens and puppies should look away now.

Nov 8, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

In the final episode of his Channel 4 series, Jamie hopes his Pass It On campaign has grown big enough to attract other councils in Britain to set up similar schemes.

Oct 24, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Channel 4's Cutting Edge series continues with a look at the building trade in Britain. Are Polish workers really a better choice for home improvements?

Oct 21, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Time is running out for Jamie Oliver's latest experiment, to get a whole British town excited about home cooking. After four months, is he really making any progress?

Oct 20, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie's Ministry of Food aims to get a whole town off junk food and back into home cooking. Learn a recipe, pass it on. But surely cooking is women's work?

Oct 17, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Kay breathes new life into Channel 4 comedy, lampooning those never-ending Saturday night talent searches, from the preening judges to the sob-story contestants.

Oct 15, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie's latest Channel 4 series takes him up north to Rotherham, where he wants to get people off chips and kebabs and back into the kitchen. Can it be done?

Oct 10, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Director Jane Treays examines the purity movement sweeping America, where one in six girls have pledged to remain a virgin until their wedding.

Oct 7, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

A tireless campaigner with her own tragic story, Tania Head fought for recognition of the suffering of 9/11 survivors. But this "heroine" was harboring a dark secret.

Sep 25, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie's passion for simple, healthy eating led to a change in school dinners across the country. That same enthusiasm is reflected in these easy-to-follow recipes.

Sep 16, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Jamie Oliver's back-to-basics cookbook is much more than a recipe collection. It provides inspiration for novice and advanced cooks alike.

Sep 10, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Kizzy Neal was pregnant at 13, gave birth at 14, and the father is long gone. Another feckless British teenager who thinks a baby means a free council house? Not quite.

Sep 3, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

A Blue Bananas tale of fun and mishaps above and below the water, as Big Dog tries out his latest invention - a brand new sail boat.

Aug 14, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

What are your senses? How do they all function together at the same time? This book explains how your body works with your brain to "make sense" of the world around you.

Aug 13, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

This simple, clearly-illustrated book introduces the basic facts of life, from conception to birth.

Aug 11, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Ladies' Homemaker Monthly presents the ultimate guide to keeping the little man keen and coming home every night. A clever parody book with laughs on every page.

Aug 8, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Is Sasha Bennington from Burnley really ready to be famous at 11? And famous for what - being famous? Her mother thinks her looks are her ticket to success.

Aug 6, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Follow Toni Collette and Rachel Griffiths on a not-quite happy-ever-after journey, a wedding movie which is most definitely not a fluffy chick flick.

Aug 4, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Nick Park and Aardman Animation triumph again with a rabbit movie that's got it all - action, suspense, romance, great inventions and most importantly, giant vegetables.

Jul 29, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

This is a shark book with a difference - you'll need to look very carefully to spot him. Hopefully you won't need a telescope like Timothy Pope!

Jul 28, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Can time travelling 21st-century policeman Jason O'Mara survive in 1970s New York? And can he convince old-school detective Colm Meaney he's really from 2008?

Jul 22, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Dig your boots and umbrella out of the closet and join Baby Duck in discovering how to have fun without getting your feet wet.

Apr 15, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

All Little Bean wants is her daddy to read her a story. But he's always so busy. And tomorrow he's going away. What can Little Bean do instead?

Mar 18, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Amy Hest and Jill Barton's warm, sympathetic picture book dealing with a big milestone for little ones.

Mar 9, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Martin Waddell and Helen Oxenbury work their magic again with one of the most unusual duck stories around. Can YOU imagine a duck hoeing a field?

Mar 9, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

The Sheraton Safari Hotel has a great location close to Disney World, Sea World, Discovery Cove and all the action of International Drive.

Feb 29, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

A four-star hotel in the resort of La Pineda, the Palas Pineda provides family-friendly accommodation next to a golden sandy beach and close to Port Aventura theme park.

Feb 26, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

For those looking for a quiet hideaway in Greece away from the crowds, the Kontokali Bay Resort and Spa Hotel offers lavish seclusion just 6km from Corfu Town.

Feb 20, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Ms Frizzle truly has her head in the clouds in the latest Magic School Bus adventure. There's water, water everywhere but beware - some drops you don't want to drink!

Feb 10, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen take another ride on the Magic School Bus, to the center of the earth and back.

Feb 6, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

Ms Frizzle and her Magic School Bus take another fantastic journey in search of the "shocking" facts on the power of electricity all around us.

Feb 4, 2008 - Arlene Kelly

If you've been searching for the ultimate holiday guide, look no further; this is truly a "been there and done that" for all of Orlando's attractions, big and small.

Jan 28, 2008 - Arlene Kelly