Welcome Downton Abbey fans. Halloween is a day away, and the East coast of US and Canada coping with the effects of Hurricane Sandy. We have had high gusting winds and pouring rain in our area, but fortunately no damage. I pray you are taking the necessary precautions to keep … [Read more...] about Celebrate Halloween Downton-Style with Irish Barmbrack
Season 3
Downton Abbey: As Comforting as a Good Meatloaf
Another Downton Day has come and gone in the UK, and sadly there is only one more episode left in Season 3. Will fans host lavish finale parties in celebration or mourning? Who's to know for sure, but the show has inspired a new found interest in cuisine from that era. So if … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey: As Comforting as a Good Meatloaf
Downton Day: The Basics of a Making a Great Roast Chicken
Downton Abbey fans across the UK have come to call Sundays "Downton Day", the day of the week to enjoy new episode of Season 3. Don't fret US fans, January 6th is drawing closer and by that time, UK fans will be pining for Season 4. S3E6 is a great episode for those who love … [Read more...] about Downton Day: The Basics of a Making a Great Roast Chicken
Downton Abbey: It’s Easier to fix a Broken Hollandaise Than a Broken Heart
It is not long America. Season 3 of Downton Abbey will be on PBS Sunday starting January 6. It is time to start getting into the ritual of saving your Sunday nights to watch a Downton episode on DVD, with wine/chocolates, or a cuppa with biscuits or tea treats. Amazon actually … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey: It’s Easier to fix a Broken Hollandaise Than a Broken Heart
Downton Abbey Shares the Love of Food Both Upstairs and Down
A record 10 million viewers across the UK enjoyed another great episode of Downton Abbey last night (S3E3), and has quickly become one of my favorites, particularly since food gets specific mention. In this episode our favorite Downton servants are treated to an extravagant … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Shares the Love of Food Both Upstairs and Down