Lord D and I are back from a wonderful visit to Bermuda. Stay tuned for an accounting of our visit to this beautiful island and a delightful award winning afternoon tea at the Fairmont Princess Hotel in Hamilton. Mother's Day is this Sunday for North Americans. For my recap … [Read more...] about A Light and Healthy Vegetable Terrine for Mom
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At Downton There was Always Room for Jiggly Jelly
I am still patiently waiting for Spring to take a firm hold. We did have a thunder storm last night, but apparently are expecting snow on the weekend. In some parts of the world it is the bloom of the cherry blossom which signals the arrival of Spring. I have fond memories of … [Read more...] about At Downton There was Always Room for Jiggly Jelly
Downton Downtime Served with Welsh Glamorgan Sausages, A Vegetarian Delight
This past Sunday, clocks "sprang" forward one hour around the world in observance of Daylight Savings Time (DST), first implemented by the Germans in 1916 during World War I as an energy saving measure. The idea caught on. Currently 70 countries utilize Daylight Saving Time in … [Read more...] about Downton Downtime Served with Welsh Glamorgan Sausages, A Vegetarian Delight
Dress up your Tea Tray with Gougères, Cheese Puffs
My actual "birthday" is over and it while it was a lovely day, I love claiming a full month to share merriment with other March babies, including son Master J. Making a special effort to reach out to friends for lunch or perhaps Afternoon Tea is a great way to make the best of … [Read more...] about Dress up your Tea Tray with Gougères, Cheese Puffs
How will You Spend Your Downton Downtime? Reflecting with Consommé
Well in spite of Spring being ever so close but still out of reach in this part of the world, and Downton Abbey fading into memory, today is a good day since it is my birthday. My milestone birthday was last year so this year is a return to a low key affair of dinner out with … [Read more...] about How will You Spend Your Downton Downtime? Reflecting with Consommé
