The passing of time is constant, but you can certainly pack quite a great deal into a short time span as what we learned this past week. On Monday I shared our "Life IS Downton Abbey" story about closing up the family "Edwardian retreat", which is being passed to a lovely couple … [Read more...] about A Grand Edwardian Feast Served with Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
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Edwardian Rhubarb Cake: A Healthier Version of a Victorian Favourite
Rhubarb was the Edwardians' favourite way to signal spring had arrived. Before strawberries, before asparagus, rhubarb came first. It was in the garden, cheap, and worked in almost everything. Mrs. Patmore would have used it weekly. This rhubarb cake is adapted from period … [Read more...] about Edwardian Rhubarb Cake: A Healthier Version of a Victorian Favourite
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale – Release Date, Plot, and What Fans Can Expect
As a food historian who's followed period dramas for years, I can confidently say that the anticipation for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, arriving in theatres September 12th, represents something truly special in the entertainment landscape. This isn't just another sequel—it's … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale – Release Date, Plot, and What Fans Can Expect
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream: “Ice Cream!”
Well, if you’re on a sugar rush, or it’s REALLY hot outside, anyway… Ahh, the ooey gooey deductibility of sweet sweet ICE CREAM. Yummy, yummy, yummy in my tummy, tummy, tummy. Cold cream, vanilla seeds, sugar dumped in a bag surrounded by ice and smooshing it together til you … [Read more...] about I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream: “Ice Cream!”
Vintage Recipes That Still Taste Great
Nostalgic food is poised to be a major trend this year. With that in mind, now is the perfect time to explore our collection of retro recipes. You might find yourself reminiscing about the iconic dishes your grandmother or a favorite uncle was known for bringing to family … [Read more...] about Vintage Recipes That Still Taste Great
