America is settling in nicely to Season 3 of Downton Abbey. I freely admit that I am an avid Downton fan, and even during the frantic stress of finishing my cookbook, the opening theme for the show never, ever ceases to give me peace and calm. Thank you John Lunn for your … [Read more...] about Its Burnt Toast for Downton Abbey Characters
Blog
Enjoy Afternoon Tea with Banbury Tarts
Welcome back Downton Abbey fans. Time to get back into our normal routines. I love virtual tea parties and you may find my Online Guide to Afternoon Tea helpful in understanding traditions and recipes to serve at your own tea party. Today’s treat is Banbury tarts. … [Read more...] about Enjoy Afternoon Tea with Banbury Tarts
Edith’s S3 Wedding on Downton Abbey Went Down like Titanic
Another Downton Day in America. This week's episode S3E3 (E1 & E2 were shown on Masterpiece last week) of Downton Abbey led us on an emotional roller coaster. First it was happy days for fans as Edith's wedding was sure to be more fun than Mary's and perhaps we would … [Read more...] about Edith’s S3 Wedding on Downton Abbey Went Down like Titanic
Downton Days Return to America: Bring on the Deviled Eggs
Welcome back Downton. After a long wait fans across the US and Canada were finally rewarded with Masterpiece's presentation Sunday night of not one, but 2 episodes of Season 3. It was like having two pieces of wedding cake at Mary and Matthew's reception: they finally made it to … [Read more...] about Downton Days Return to America: Bring on the Deviled Eggs
Visions of Sugar Plums Dance in our Heads
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. Christmas is just a week away. Are you ready yet? Have you taken the ladies out for a relaxing tea to unwind? I do love the spa experence, but afternoon tea is so relaxing. Perhaps someone should combine the two. Part of our holiday plans … [Read more...] about Visions of Sugar Plums Dance in our Heads
