All around the world, Downton Abbey fans are longing for more, driving each other mad in anticipation of new episodes. In the UK the taste of Season 4 is still lingering on the palate and there is great anticipation for the annual gathering of family and friends to watch the … [Read more...] about Downton Downtime Comfort Food: Mince and Tatties
Season 4
Lest we Forget with Bonnie Cranachan
Monday was Remembrance Day, commemorated across the British Commonwealth. As you may recall from Season 2 of Downton Abbey, the family and servants gathered on 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month which signified the end of World War I. In the United States it is observed … [Read more...] about Lest we Forget with Bonnie Cranachan
Celebrate Bonfire Night with Comfort Foods Like British Flapjack
“Remember, remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, Treason & Plot. I see no reason why gunpowder, treason should ever be forgot.” Traditional British Rhyme A lesser known holiday to Americans, tonight is Guy Fawkes Day, aka Bonfire Night, celebrated across the United Kingdom … [Read more...] about Celebrate Bonfire Night with Comfort Foods Like British Flapjack
Halloween Downton Dining Upstairs with Squash Risotto
We are a few days from Halloween. Did you know that Halloween has ancient origins in Ireland? It was originally called Samhain, and the day marked the end of the harvest season for Celtic farmers. Irish immigrants brought their traditions to America and adapted to their new … [Read more...] about Halloween Downton Dining Upstairs with Squash Risotto
Downton Cooking Basics: How To Make The Creamiest Scrambled Eggs
It has been an interesting few days in the online world of Downton Abbey. There is another plot twist afoot in Season 4, so if you don't want to know anything about Season 4 before January's launch, I would strongly advise you stay away from social media for the next three … [Read more...] about Downton Cooking Basics: How To Make The Creamiest Scrambled Eggs
