I awoke this morning to the sweet words of my husband, "Happy Valentine's Day, my love". No, he was not a day late: in our home, we celebrate love every day. I freely admit that he is definitely more romantic than I. He introduced me to Downton Abbey, and sometimes gets … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day, Gone but Hopefully not Forgotten. Et tu Soufflé?
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Valentine’s Day features Mary, Matthew & a sparkly salted caramel truffle
Happy Valentine's Day whereever you live in the world, and belated greetings for those down-under who have already celebrated the day. My Tuesday posts are typically dedicated to Afternoon Tea, but consider adding this recipe as a sweet treat to your tea tray. I do offer a new … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day features Mary, Matthew & a sparkly salted caramel truffle
Lady Sybil & Branson: Love Like a Brownie
Valentine's Day. In keeping with the spirit, Masterpiece Classics served up a double helping of Downton Abbey romance last night. A great pre-Valentine's Day date night in our home which we enjoyed, even though we had seen these episodes before. Love gained, love lost, wedding … [Read more...] about Lady Sybil & Branson: Love Like a Brownie
Mr. Bates & Anna: Nobody Knows the Truffles They’ve Seen
Valentine's Day is a few days away, and many busy couples will be celebrating this weekend. Lord D in fact took me shopping (for cooking gadgets) and brunch today as a warm-up to celebrate the big day. A sea of red in stores, retailers are tugging at our heartstrings with a … [Read more...] about Mr. Bates & Anna: Nobody Knows the Truffles They’ve Seen
Amazingly Simple Yorkshire Pudding
No roast beef dinner should be served without it. Although traditionally British, this side dish is also loved by Americans. Yorkshire is so beloved that we celebrate twice a year: the first Sunday in February in the U.K. and October 13 in the U.S. and everywhere else. It … [Read more...] about Amazingly Simple Yorkshire Pudding
