Welcome back Downton Abbey fans. Time to get back into our normal routines. I love virtual tea parties and you may find my Online Guide to Afternoon Tea helpful in understanding traditions and recipes to serve at your own tea party. Today’s treat is Banbury tarts. … [Read more...] about Enjoy Afternoon Tea with Banbury Tarts
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Visions of Sugar Plums Dance in our Heads
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. Christmas is just a week away. Are you ready yet? Have you taken the ladies out for a relaxing tea to unwind? I do love the spa experence, but afternoon tea is so relaxing. Perhaps someone should combine the two. Part of our holiday plans … [Read more...] about Visions of Sugar Plums Dance in our Heads
Enjoy Simple Mincemeat Cake for the Holidays
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. Christmas is only thirteen sleeps away, that time of year when we frantically try to cram as much merriment as we can into a few weeks. Why not start a new tradition and invite your friends for a relaxing afternoon tea to help calm the … [Read more...] about Enjoy Simple Mincemeat Cake for the Holidays
The Best Fruitcake is Made with Love which Matures over Time
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. The countdown to Christmas is upon us when socializing switches into high gear. Why not start a new tradition and invite your friends for a relaxing afternoon tea? I love to dish on Downton Abbey and other topical issues one might discuss at tea, … [Read more...] about The Best Fruitcake is Made with Love which Matures over Time
Not to “Mince” Words, But it’s That Time of Year Again
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
