This dessert is a simple sweet treat which suits both upstairs and downstairs guests. Oreos are very period appropriate. In 1912, Nabisco created a wonderful new biscuit that we know and love: a cookie with a cream filling sandwiched between two chocolate disks. While an … [Read more...] about Festive Chocolate Dipped Oreos For all Seasons
Valentines Day
Titanic’s Oysters à la Russe
This classic appetizer has a place in history as one of the dishes served in 1st Class on the fateful evening of the sinking of the Titanic on Sunday, April 14, 1912 at 11:40 pm. Downton fans know that the sinking of the Titanic started the series. … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Oysters à la Russe
Easy Roast Chicken Dinner
Roast chicken is one of the basic dishes that everyone should learn how to cook. While it is tempting to reach for the prepared rotisserie chicken at the deli, roast chicken is pretty easy to make, will taste better, and is good practice for when you need to prepare turkey for … [Read more...] about Easy Roast Chicken Dinner
The Queen’s Royal Birthday Cake
Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her official birthday in April, and while her birthday plans may be private, one this we do know is that her favorite chocolate birthday cake will be on the afternoon tea menu. Just like most of us who have family recipes passed down from mom and … [Read more...] about The Queen’s Royal Birthday Cake
Downton’s Infamous Raspberry Meringue Pudding
Raspberry Meringue pudding is one of the most famous Downton Abbey desserts. Mrs. Patmore's failing eyesight results in dessert dining disaster as she accidentally adds salt instead of sugar to finish the meringue. … [Read more...] about Downton’s Infamous Raspberry Meringue Pudding