Yesterday, March 17, was Saint Patrick’s Day (aka St. Patrick’s Day, St. Paddy’s Day, St. Patty’s Day), a cultural and religious holiday which celebrates the life of Saint Patrick, who died on that date way back in the fifth century. Patrick has endured as the most commonly … [Read more...] about Potato Farls, a Great Post St. Patrick’s Day Dish
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Bringing Downton Costumes to Toronto was a Peachy Idea
The closer we get to Spring on the calendar, the farther away it seems in some parts of the country. It is my Dad's birthday today, and in his part of the country kids are walking outside in their shorts, while in Toronto we are weathering yet another winter storm. Such is life … [Read more...] about Bringing Downton Costumes to Toronto was a Peachy Idea
Carry on Birthday Traditions Despite Downton Downtime
While the cold weather is not helping to boost our collective spirits after the end of Downton's Season 4, at least I have my birthday month celebrations to look forward to. My birthday was yesterday but it has become a tradition for me to reach out to friends and colleagues I … [Read more...] about Carry on Birthday Traditions Despite Downton Downtime
Downton Season S4 Finale Deserves Crowning Roast of Lamb
Alas another season of Downton Abbey has come to an end. The timing of the finale was the perfect ending of a great weekend for Canadians who beamed with national pride as we beat the Swedes for Gold in men's hockey. Like the Dowager we took some pleasure poking fun at the … [Read more...] about Downton Season S4 Finale Deserves Crowning Roast of Lamb
Downton Abbey Promotes Swiss Tourism, Renewing our Love for Fondue
With only one episode left in Season 4 of Downton Abbey, I am at once excited about the finale, but at the same time sad that when the season ends, many fans will turn to other shows with their bright shiny new episodes. Never fear, I will continue to faithfully blog regularly … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Promotes Swiss Tourism, Renewing our Love for Fondue
