UK fans have been glued to their tele on Sundays, now known as Downton Day. I know Season 3 will be over soon on ITV, but the good news is that the Jan. 6 PBS launch is getting closer. There really is something special about watching Downton on PBS Masterpiece. Do join me … [Read more...] about Enjoying Tea with Delicious Jam Tarts
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Pumpkin Season Offers Up Guilt-Free Pumpkin Tarts
Welcome to my virtual tea party, an online tribute to the art of having tea. "A Proper Tea is Much Nicer than a Nearly Nice Tea"- A.A. Milne. Life is grand in the UK now that Season 3 is well underway, sad in the US as PBS won't be broadcasting the new season until January. … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Season Offers Up Guilt-Free Pumpkin Tarts
Downton Abbey Season 3 Launched with Treacle Tart
Welcome to my virtual tea party. "A Proper Tea is Much Nicer than a Nearly Nice Tea"- A.A. Milne. Life is grand in the UK now that Season 3 is well underway, sad in the US as PBS won't be broadcasting the new season until January. Americans however did get a glimpse of their … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Season 3 Launched with Treacle Tart
Bakewell Tarts to Celebrate & Console Downton Abbey Fans
Welcome to my virtual tea party, dedicated to the art of having tea. "A Proper Tea is Much Nicer than a Nearly Nice Tea"- A.A. Milne. Life is grand in the UK with the launch of Season 3, sad in the US as PBS won't be broadcasting the new season until January. However, there are … [Read more...] about Bakewell Tarts to Celebrate & Console Downton Abbey Fans
Quick and Elegant Berry Phyllo Tarts
The British may have failed miserably in other culinary areas, but they excel in the tea ritual and I love sharing recipes of bite-sized dishes to serve at tea or special occasions. As Henry James once said: “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated … [Read more...] about Quick and Elegant Berry Phyllo Tarts






