Happy Days. American viewers were treated to another double dose of Downton last night on PBS, showing two episodes, S3E7 and 8. With Valentine's Day coming up this week, it was lovely to see love in the air. Cora and Robert are back on track, Matthew and Mary are settling into … [Read more...] about Downton Valentine’s Day Man’s Meal: Steamed Lobster Tails in Beer
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Shepherd’s Pie Helps Healing on Downton Abbey
It was an interesting evening for Downton Abbey fans in America. In some homes there was stiff competition for control of the remote as the Super Bowl was being broadcast at the same time. Greasy Super Bowl food competed with dainty Downton appetizers in many kitchens. For … [Read more...] about Shepherd’s Pie Helps Healing on Downton Abbey
Brighten your Day with Battenburg Cake
"Shut the French Window"! The quote above comes from Phyllis Logan's (Mrs. Hughes) acceptance speech at the 2013Screen Actor's Guide Awards. It has quickly become my own catchphrase. You can find the link to the full video below. You may find my Online Guide to Afternoon … [Read more...] about Brighten your Day with Battenburg Cake
Downton Abbey Fans Could Use the Comfort of a Good Rice Pudding
It has been a hard day for me, the day after the PBS Masterpiece broadcast of S3E5 (or E4 if you go by PBS calculations: they showed ITV E1 & 2 together as one for the premier). As millions of Americans watched this episode, there were gasps of disbelief as events unfolded. … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Fans Could Use the Comfort of a Good Rice Pudding
Raise an Oatcake for Robert Burns Birthday
On January 25, Scots around the world celebrate the birth of the famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns. You know at least one poem, "Auld Lang Syne' which we sing on New Year's Eve, written in 1788. Traditional Burns Suppers are often held the weekend before or after his actual … [Read more...] about Raise an Oatcake for Robert Burns Birthday
