It never ceases to amaze me how Spring weather transitions into Summer in a matter of days. Even more sad though is how quickly time passes in Summer months. Granted we are annually tortured for about of month of hot then cold weather in the Spring, making wardrobe decisions … [Read more...] about Summer is The Time for Fools, A Downton Favorite
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Enjoying Downton Downtime with Seasonal Rhubarb Dishes
Now that the US, UK and Canada have enjoyed long weekends this month (and other countries in hot pursuit), we can all in the mood for taking it a little easier at work and enjoying life outdoors. Less time looking for missing files, and more time searching for gardening tools. … [Read more...] about Enjoying Downton Downtime with Seasonal Rhubarb Dishes
Spring Means Rhubarb Season is Upon us
After a long cold winter, Spring has finally arrived, what great craic! Craic is an Irish word for fun and enjoyment, typically mixed in with alcohol and music, but still an expression of delight that we can shed our winter clothes and enjoy the sun, and a new growing season. I … [Read more...] about Spring Means Rhubarb Season is Upon us
Potato Farls, a Great Post St. Patrick’s Day Dish
Yesterday, March 17, was Saint Patrick’s Day (aka St. Patrick’s Day, St. Paddy’s Day, St. Patty’s Day), a cultural and religious holiday which celebrates the life of Saint Patrick, who died on that date way back in the fifth century. Patrick has endured as the most commonly … [Read more...] about Potato Farls, a Great Post St. Patrick’s Day Dish
Bringing Downton Costumes to Toronto was a Peachy Idea
The closer we get to Spring on the calendar, the farther away it seems in some parts of the country. It is my Dad's birthday today, and in his part of the country kids are walking outside in their shorts, while in Toronto we are weathering yet another winter storm. Such is life … [Read more...] about Bringing Downton Costumes to Toronto was a Peachy Idea