Downton Abbey fans have been waiting a decade for The Gilded Age, the "American" version of Downton from Julian Fellowes. The story begins in 1882 with young Marian Brook moving from rural Pennsylvania to New York City after the death of her father to live with her thoroughly … [Read more...] about Gilded Age S1E01: Pride Comes Before Leftovers
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Jan. 24 Celebrates Lobster Thermidor
January 24 celebrates the classic french dish Lobster Thermidor. There are two schools of thought of which chef actually created it. Many food historians claim it was created in January 1894 at Marie's, a famous restaurant in the Boulevard Saint-Denis in Paris, on the evening … [Read more...] about Jan. 24 Celebrates Lobster Thermidor
The Gilded Age Playbook for Downton Abbey Fans
Julian Fellowes' long-awaited American treatment of period history made popular by Downton Abbey is launching on HBO on January 24. I have been faithfully writing about great food enjoyed by the English aristocracy (and their servants) for a decade now. And while many English … [Read more...] about The Gilded Age Playbook for Downton Abbey Fans
Have A Recipe Fit for the Queen? Enter The Platinum Pudding Competition
Do you have a recipe fit for The Queen? Enter the Platinum Pudding Competition and be part of history. UK legendary Fortnum & Mason is holding an exciting cooking competition in preparation for Elizabeth II Platinum Jubliee in June. One of the oldest … [Read more...] about Have A Recipe Fit for the Queen? Enter The Platinum Pudding Competition
Downton Abbey-Themed Cocktails for News Year’s Eve
After another year of the COVID rollercoaster, many are looking forward to a good stiff cocktail this New Year's Eve. For Downton Abbey fans looking forward to another movie coming in March, this is a great time to try themed cocktails to celebrate. Americans get credit for … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey-Themed Cocktails for News Year’s Eve
