Wow, there was quite a bit of drama to absorb this week on Downton; I am sorry to have to spoil the fun, but there is only one episode left of Downton Abbey. It is the traditional extended Christmas Special that we have come to love over the years, but this one will be … [Read more...] about Downton S6E8: Downton Abbey Has Gone Completely Bananas
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‘Tis Sporting Season at Downton, Warmed by Eve’s Pudding
We are deep into November. For most Americans, it means that plans for Thanksgiving are well under way. And while many are strapping on their aprons to get a head start, others don camouflage gear to hunt turkey for the table. It is hunting season after all. Duck Dynasty may … [Read more...] about ‘Tis Sporting Season at Downton, Warmed by Eve’s Pudding
Downton Abbey Closes Season 3, Requiring Comforting Cullen Skink
The final episode of Downton Abbey's Season 3 was broadcast last night on PBS. I am not quite sure which is worse, that the season is over or how it ended. But before the final episode we were treated to an interview with Maggie Smith on 60 Minutes, a real treat. I am … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Closes Season 3, Requiring Comforting Cullen Skink
The Easiest Breakfast Dish For Overnight Guests is Breakfast Pudding
It's the last week of August and time when many of us begin to mentally prepare for the end of the lazy days of Summer and the return to busy schedules of the Fall and Winter season, when the kids are in school and superiors/co-workers are back from holiday with lots of great … [Read more...] about The Easiest Breakfast Dish For Overnight Guests is Breakfast Pudding
Earl Grey is Also Great to Eat with Afternoon Tea
Welcome to my regular tribute to the art of having tea. As Henry James once said: “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” GONE FISHING: Not unlike Downton Abbey and your other favorite TV shows, you may be … [Read more...] about Earl Grey is Also Great to Eat with Afternoon Tea