Summer is over and harvest celebrations are coming to a close. Winter is not far behind. I love tracing traditions and the foods that are an important part of the celebrations. Did you know that Halloween has ancient origins in Ireland? It was originally called Samhain, and … [Read more...] about Soul Cakes, the Original Halloween Treat
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Downton Cooking Lesson: It’s All Gravy
It is Thanksgiving weekend in Canada. The Dowager might very well have asked her American nemesis Martha Levinson “What is Thanksgiving?” The British do not celebrate a one-day feast; instead, there is the month of Harvest Festival events. The Canadian Thanksgiving holiday … [Read more...] about Downton Cooking Lesson: It’s All Gravy
Plastic Water Bottle Leaves Egg on Face of Downton Promoters
Much to the surprise of Downton fans everywhere, our favorite show has been getting some unexpected press this week. Known for their attention to historical accuracy, sharp eyed fans were aghast when a plastic water bottle was spotted on the Crawley mantle in a Season 5 … [Read more...] about Plastic Water Bottle Leaves Egg on Face of Downton Promoters
Bringing Downton Costumes to Toronto was a Peachy Idea
The closer we get to Spring on the calendar, the farther away it seems in some parts of the country. It is my Dad's birthday today, and in his part of the country kids are walking outside in their shorts, while in Toronto we are weathering yet another winter storm. Such is life … [Read more...] about Bringing Downton Costumes to Toronto was a Peachy Idea
Carry on Birthday Traditions Despite Downton Downtime
While the cold weather is not helping to boost our collective spirits after the end of Downton's Season 4, at least I have my birthday month celebrations to look forward to. My birthday was yesterday but it has become a tradition for me to reach out to friends and colleagues I … [Read more...] about Carry on Birthday Traditions Despite Downton Downtime
