While foodies across North America were thrilled to watch Olympic coverage with the rest of the world over the past 2 weeks, they have been quietly gearing up for the big event of the summer: the celebration of Julia Child's 100th birthday this Wednesday, August 15th. In … [Read more...] about Learning to Cook French: From Mrs. Patmore to Julia Child
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Enjoy a Taste of Fortnum & Mason with Stilton and Fig Tarts
Welcome to my virtual tea party, my tribute to the art of having tea. As Henry James once said: “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” The British may have failed miserably in other culinary areas, but … [Read more...] about Enjoy a Taste of Fortnum & Mason with Stilton and Fig Tarts
Downton Downtime: Pack Healthy Snacks for Travel by Air, Land or Sea
Summer is officially here and many of you are packing or currently on your annual summer vacation. Some of your trips will be new adventures to places like London, for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, Wimbledon (on right now), or the Summer Olympics. For many of you, like me, some … [Read more...] about Downton Downtime: Pack Healthy Snacks for Travel by Air, Land or Sea
Earl Grey is Also Great to Eat with Afternoon Tea
Welcome to my regular tribute to the art of having tea. As Henry James once said: “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” GONE FISHING: Not unlike Downton Abbey and your other favorite TV shows, you may be … [Read more...] about Earl Grey is Also Great to Eat with Afternoon Tea
Yummy Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
Strawberries and Rhubarb are both in season in June. Time to try this yummy jam with a little zip. Keto Alert: To make a sugar free Keto version, use “no sugar added” pectin, to which you can add up to one cup of Swerve or other sugar substitute. Yummy Strawberry Rhubarb … [Read more...] about Yummy Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
