It was a challenging two-screen night again this week as Downton and The Academy Awards competed for our attention. No Downton cast members up for awards this week, but perhaps one day there will be a Downton movie of the like of Gosford Park. On a side note I was gratified that … [Read more...] about The Downton Abbey Wedding Curse
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Things Heat up on Downton, Hot and Bubbly Like Croque Monsieur
Emotions were heating up the small screen on Downton Abbey this past week. Good thing because it is frigidly cold in many parts of the country, and a cuppa Downton is just what we need. Secrets are revealed, servants are at odds, suitors are spurned, engagements delayed, and a … [Read more...] about Things Heat up on Downton, Hot and Bubbly Like Croque Monsieur
Valentine’s Day Love at Downton Abbey is Served with Victoria Sandwich
Love is in the air as we count down the days until Valentine's Day. This season of Downton Abbey is certainly filled with love connections, some in the most unexpected places. While we see sparks fly between Rose and Atticus, it is lovely to see Isobel and Lord Merton find new … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Love at Downton Abbey is Served with Victoria Sandwich
Cocktails at Downton? Perhaps the End is Near
It is finally February and a busy TV Sunday in many households as Downton Abbey competed once again with Super Bowl. While we could never hope to outshine football, in 2014 PBS reported that for the third year in a row, Downton Abbey "was the #2 rated 9pm show to the Super Bowl … [Read more...] about Cocktails at Downton? Perhaps the End is Near
Downton Soup Kitchens Serve Borscht to Russian Refugees
January is almost behind us but we have had plenty of distractions to keep our mind off the short days and long winter nights. Not only did Downton Abbey won Best Drama at Britain's National Television Awards last week, they picked up the Drama Ensemble Award at last night's SAG … [Read more...] about Downton Soup Kitchens Serve Borscht to Russian Refugees