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Claire Calman

Claire Calman

Claire Calman is a writer and broadcaster, who lives in London. Her latest novel, ‘Growing Up for Beginners’ (Boldwood Books), will he published on June 4.

Latest from Claire Calman

Crumbs, I can’t even eat matzah

Spare a thought for me as I report from the front line of dietary restrictions

3 min read

"Sesame Seed bagels, isolated on white background"

Italian Submarine Sandwich on White Background

Do they know ham’s not OK?

3 min read

LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 31: Leah Williamson of England reacts during the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 final match between England and Germany at Wembley Stadium on July 31, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

A team adrift at the supper quiz

3 min read

Dedication makes all the difference. People at gym.

On my Plate: Positivity proves to be a big pain

3 min read

On my plate: Truffle and treif party-time hell

I have never liked parties- and don't get me started on the catering

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December 22, 2022 13:36

canape in star shape with smoked salmon on horseradish cream and dill garnish for a Christmas buffet, isolated on a white background

On my Plate: A slice of Claire Calman’s life - And so the soup debates begin

For us, Rosh Hashanah begins with the first of many family traditions a few weeks in advance.

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September 13, 2022 09:41

On my Plate: A slice of Claire Calman’s life - And so the soup debates begin

My Jewish grand tour of Europe

Claire Calman's inter-railing with her husband

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July 28, 2022 13:45

Tourists couple on summer holidays visiting ancient stonebuilt archaeological church with arches in Italy

The art of piling paperwork high

Claire Calman's drowning in old bills and letters

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June 16, 2022 10:00

Files stacking up in a messy order isolated on white background.

Why I'm talking (to my hairdresser) about race

Matteo has strong opinions. Claire Calman strives for nuance

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February 11, 2022 03:25

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Whoopi Goldberg attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue )

Moderation in all things, mainly cake

Claire Calman has some resolutions that are within her reach

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December 30, 2021 15:38

Chocolate Fudge Cake -Photographed on Hasselblad H3D2-39mb Camera

Living la dolce vita — but don’t forget your QR code

Claire Calman's off to Italy - at long last

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November 21, 2021 08:20

Rear view of woman just arrived at travel destination and pulling a suitcase

A night at the opera brings me to tears

Claire Calman discovers the magic of Mozart

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October 7, 2021 17:06

HYCC7J Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London, UK

Pimms at a wedding — it’s almost normal

Claire Calman's back in the social world

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August 27, 2021 13:24

Bride, groom and wedding guests making a toast

I’ve lost an inch, but gained some more

Claire Calman is getting smaller - but also bigger

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July 15, 2021 14:11

Homemade sweet lemon cake with almonds and oat flour on glass plate, painted turquoise table, copy space

A package deal that taught me so much

Being part of a step-family was a source of joy and wisdom for Claire Calman

4 min read

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June 17, 2021 13:29

A package deal that taught me so much

A family reunites, with much cake

At last households can mix again, and Claire Calman's off to see her sister, laden with baked goods

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May 27, 2021 19:10

Chocolate cake with melting chocolate icing.

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