When we think about Thanksgiving dinner, we typically think of roast turkey with stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie. We assume that we are carrying on the traditions of that first meal held in 1621 in Plymouth, but not all of our favourites were served, … [Read more...] about The First Thanksiving Meal
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“The Gilded Age” Finally Launches in January on HBO
At long last, Julian Fellowes’ The Gilded Age TV series will be launching on HBO in January. The trailer dropped this week which hints as to what is to come. https://youtu.be/ZYBuU32B8PI I have been following this journey of “Downton in America” to the small screen since it … [Read more...] about “The Gilded Age” Finally Launches in January on HBO
Downton Abbey: A New Era Movie Trailer—The Crawleys Go to France
https://youtu.be/vaSIjLJJRuc March 18, 2022 is has been set as the release date of a new Downton Abbey movie, called Downton Abbey: A New Era, set largely at Highclere Castle. When you are comfortable travelling again, it is a bucket list trip. A short teaser came … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey: A New Era Movie Trailer—The Crawleys Go to France
Nov. 21: British Christmas Traditions Begin with Stir Up Sunday
Gather your family and get ready for Stir Up Sunday on Nov. 21. While American cooks are planning their Thanksgiving meal on the 25th, the Brits have a wonderful tradition of gathering family to prepare Christmas dishes. Stir Up Sunday is great way for cooks to remember when … [Read more...] about Nov. 21: British Christmas Traditions Begin with Stir Up Sunday
On the 11th of November, We Pause to Remember
The 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month signifies the end of World War I. Across the British Commonwealth, November 11th is known as Remembrance Day, a time to remember and give thanks to all those men and women who were killed during the two World Wars and other … [Read more...] about On the 11th of November, We Pause to Remember
