It's Blue Monday, apparently the most depressing day of the year. It is a British thing. While Americans celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King on the third Monday of January, a 2005 promotional campaign for Sky Travel decided we needed to be reminded just how long … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Serves Spotted Dick, Oh My!
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Downton Abbey S05: As Satisfying as a Good Pudding…or Golden Globe
It was a great night for American Downton Abbey fans. We had prepared ourselves to watch another great episode of Season 5, but were so thrilled to share in the joy of Joanne Froggatt's win at the Golden Globes. She won for best supporting actress in a TV series. In her powerful … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey S05: As Satisfying as a Good Pudding…or Golden Globe
Celebrate Return of Downton Days With Classic Cherries Jubilee
Downton Days are here again on PBS. A brand new year with a brand new glorious commercial-free season of Downton, just the way we like it. I was particularly thrilled that the great chefs at PBS didn't mess with the UK version or feed us extra portions; in past years they would … [Read more...] about Celebrate Return of Downton Days With Classic Cherries Jubilee
Your Downton Holiday Traditions and Desserts
December means Christmas in the UK, and in many other countries around the world. Many of the traditions we enjoy were today were introduced by Victorians. Jessica Fellowes goes into some detail in her book A Year in the Life of Downton Abbey: Seasonal Celebrations, … [Read more...] about Your Downton Holiday Traditions and Desserts
‘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
