Welcome Downton Abbey fans. The leisurely pace of summer has long left us. When life does get hectic, taking time for tea and conversation is ever more important to help pace yourself. I love to dish on Downton Abbey and other topical issues one might discuss at tea, served … [Read more...] about Not to “Mince” Words, But it’s That Time of Year Again
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Have Some Madeira (Cake), my Dear
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. We are all now in Downton Downtime. UK fans just finished a lovely meal of Season 3, and now waiting for the dessert course: the Christmas Special. Meanwhile, North Americans are still waiting to be seated for the Season 3 service. Appetizers in … [Read more...] about Have Some Madeira (Cake), my Dear
When the Cat Got The Roast Chicken
Roast chicken is one of Downton's famous dishes from Season 1 when a chicken fell to the floor, chewed on by a cat, then picked up dusted off and put back on the serving tray and sent upstairs. "What the eyes can't see the heart won't grieve over." Roast chicken is one of the … [Read more...] about When the Cat Got The Roast Chicken
Downton Day: The Basics of a Making a Great Roast Chicken
Downton Abbey fans across the UK have come to call Sundays "Downton Day", the day of the week to enjoy new episode of Season 3. Don't fret US fans, January 6th is drawing closer and by that time, UK fans will be pining for Season 4. S3E6 is a great episode for those who love … [Read more...] about Downton Day: The Basics of a Making a Great Roast Chicken
The Easiest Breakfast Dish For Overnight Guests is Breakfast Pudding
It's the last week of August and time when many of us begin to mentally prepare for the end of the lazy days of Summer and the return to busy schedules of the Fall and Winter season, when the kids are in school and superiors/co-workers are back from holiday with lots of great … [Read more...] about The Easiest Breakfast Dish For Overnight Guests is Breakfast Pudding