Always time for tea, biscuits and offering thanks, particularly to those who have had an influence on this blog, and to those who have taken the time to share a comment or their favorite time in history which Downton Abbey shares (1912-1920s). Thank you for keeping me company … [Read more...] about More Apple Charlotte With Thanks to Fellow Fans
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Saucy Stuff Mrs. Patmore Says
Downton Abbey fans are quick to rhyme off quips and put downs made by the Dowager Countess. The You Tube collection, Top 10 Maggie Moments has gone viral and you can now buy your own tastefully embroidered pillows with some of the best known one liners. The wonderful Maggie … [Read more...] about Saucy Stuff Mrs. Patmore Says
Lost & Found in Translation: International Cooking Conversion Tables
Cooks of the world unite! Lady Sybil learns the basics of cooking Exploring dishes from other parts of the world can be an exciting adventure...until you start reading the recipe and have trouble understanding the measurements. Cookipedia to the rescue. You will find this chart … [Read more...] about Lost & Found in Translation: International Cooking Conversion Tables
Fine Dining at Bates’ Red Lion With Comforting Colcannon
PBS fans are midway through Season 2 of Downton Abbey. UK viewers/DVD collectors who have seen all episodes could be feeling smug in their knowledge--me included--but the series is so rich that I have no problem watching the older episodes a few more times. Besides, September is … [Read more...] about Fine Dining at Bates’ Red Lion With Comforting Colcannon
Let Them Eat Soup: Downton’s Soup Kitchen
There is much happening in the WWI world of Downton Abbey. In the most recent episode aired on PBS (Season 2, Episode 4), Ethel gets her wish for a life outside of service, Matthew and William play hide and seek with the Hun, miracles occur when the Crawley sisters perform a duet … [Read more...] about Let Them Eat Soup: Downton’s Soup Kitchen
