Downton Abbey is seen in over 100 countries around the world. This week BBC launched the series in South Africa (Sunday nights), and in Canada Vision TV is broadcasting the series on Wednesdays. Many of us around the world have seen all episodes (there are two seasons), … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey: In the Beginning There was Titanic, the Entail…and Pie
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10 Reasons Why you Will Love Downton Abbey
Downton, (not Downtown) Abbey, is a British produced period drama. Perhaps you have heard a bit about the story line, the quotes ("what is a weekend?"), the critical acclaim, as well as the awards it has won. You might have heard that PBS carried it on Masterpiece Theare--that … [Read more...] about 10 Reasons Why you Will Love Downton Abbey
For the Love of Those Little Tea Sandwiches
Most people think of tea sandwiches when they think of Afternoon Tea. Crustless sandwiches are the benchmark of tea trays for hundreds of years. They also are found at Garden Parties, which I like to call tea outside. … [Read more...] about For the Love of Those Little Tea Sandwiches
Lovely Little Tea Sandwiches
Tea sandwiches are a staple of English cuisine. They have graced Afternoon Tea trays and have been served at garden parties for hundreds of years. They are traditionally light, delicate sandwiches sliced small enough to be picked up with the fingers or those little sandwich … [Read more...] about Lovely Little Tea Sandwiches
Easy Meringue Cookies
Meringue is really easy to make and quite versatile. You can drop on cookie sheets like Hersey Kisses or pipe into nests or other shapes. Bonus is that this is a low fat dessert. To make Keto (sugar free), simply replace the caster sugar with your favorite sugar substitute, … [Read more...] about Easy Meringue Cookies