I am still patiently waiting for Spring to take a firm hold. We did have a thunder storm last night, but apparently are expecting snow on the weekend. In some parts of the world it is the bloom of the cherry blossom which signals the arrival of Spring. I have fond memories of … [Read more...] about At Downton There was Always Room for Jiggly Jelly
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Dreaming of Downton Garden Parties Served with Garden Cake
Spring is here, the snow around us has melted, and you can see tulips breaking through the soil. Even the golfers have come out of hibernation on the golf course where we live. Of course we all anxious to shed our winter clothes, but not quite yet. Our patience will be rewarded … [Read more...] about Dreaming of Downton Garden Parties Served with Garden Cake
Downton Downtime Served with Welsh Glamorgan Sausages, A Vegetarian Delight
This past Sunday, clocks "sprang" forward one hour around the world in observance of Daylight Savings Time (DST), first implemented by the Germans in 1916 during World War I as an energy saving measure. The idea caught on. Currently 70 countries utilize Daylight Saving Time in … [Read more...] about Downton Downtime Served with Welsh Glamorgan Sausages, A Vegetarian Delight
Dress up your Tea Tray with Gougères, Cheese Puffs
My actual "birthday" is over and it while it was a lovely day, I love claiming a full month to share merriment with other March babies, including son Master J. Making a special effort to reach out to friends for lunch or perhaps Afternoon Tea is a great way to make the best of … [Read more...] about Dress up your Tea Tray with Gougères, Cheese Puffs
Downton Downtime Dreaming with Traditional Florentines
February is ticking down and when March arrives we can finally think of Spring, and eventually Summer. My thoughts, like many others, are already drifting to imaginary travel to the UK, complete with dreams of leisurely afternoon tea at some of the famous tea houses. Part of … [Read more...] about Downton Downtime Dreaming with Traditional Florentines
