Downton Abbey fans are quick to rhyme off quips and put downs made by the Dowager Countess. The You Tube collection, Top 10 Maggie Moments has gone viral and you can now buy your own tastefully embroidered pillows with some of the best known one liners. The wonderful Maggie … [Read more...] about Saucy Stuff Mrs. Patmore Says
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The Titanic’s Third Class Ate Better Than You Think
We talk about the Titanic’s food the wrong way. Every April, when the anniversary rolls around, the conversation follows the same pattern: the astonishing ten-course first-class dinner, the champagne, the Punch Romaine, the Filet Mignons Lili. And it’s genuinely impressive — … [Read more...] about The Titanic’s Third Class Ate Better Than You Think
Devilled Kidneys: A Historical British Breakfast Delicacy
The tradition of devilled kidneys, a quintessentially British breakfast dish, traces its origins to the Victorian era. First appearing in cookbooks around 1850, this spicy morning meal emerged during Britain's growing fascination with heavily seasoned "devilled" dishes, a … [Read more...] about Devilled Kidneys: A Historical British Breakfast Delicacy
August 15: Celebrating Julia Child’s Birthday
Today we celebrate Julia Child's 108th birthday. She died 2 days before her 92nd birthday back in 2004. A pioneer in the culinary world she introduced American housewives to the joys of cooking French Cuisine. She bravely took the teaching concept to a whole new level on … [Read more...] about August 15: Celebrating Julia Child’s Birthday
Scotch Eggs Make Amazing Keto Snacks
Scotch eggs (aka Scots eggs) first surfaced in early 19th century British Isles. Even though the ingredients suggest it should be eaten as a breakfast food, it is most often served as cold snack in pugs or at picnics. Its origin is unclear although it could possible be a … [Read more...] about Scotch Eggs Make Amazing Keto Snacks
