Clafouti is a nice light summer dessert which is quick to prepare and works with whatever summer fruit you have on hand. Traditionally it is prepared with cherries, but I used peaches. It is such a great dessert that Julia Child dedicated a whole chapter to it. … [Read more...] about Comforting Summer Peach Clafouti
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Classic Lobster Thermidor
Lobster Thermidor is a classic french dish. 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 of the premiere of … [Read more...] about Classic Lobster Thermidor
Crowd Pleasing Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Delight in the irresistible allure of chocolate peanut butter fudge, a standout star on my annual Christmas dessert table. This crowd-pleasing indulgence, eagerly awaited by my family, promises an effortless preparation that never disappoints. Beware, though—this fudge is a … [Read more...] about Crowd Pleasing Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Downton S6E4 Served at Luncheon with Chicken Liver Pâté
Fellow Downton fans across America and Canada have now settled in nicely with Season 6 to keep them warm these cold winter Sunday nights. There are still 6 more episodes to go before the end of this glorious series, and I for one am savoring every last bite of this sumptuous … [Read more...] about Downton S6E4 Served at Luncheon with Chicken Liver Pâté
From Jessica Fellowes to Afternoon Tea, Downton Abbey is All Around Us
By the time leaves begin to change, the lazy days of summer are long behind us. Schedules are packed with activities, and for Lord D and I, that has meant much Downton. To begin with Season 6 launched in the UK (I promise no spoilers). Next, I gave a Downton Afternoon Tea talk … [Read more...] about From Jessica Fellowes to Afternoon Tea, Downton Abbey is All Around Us