Monday was Remembrance Day, commemorated across the British Commonwealth. As you may recall from Season 2 of Downton Abbey, the family and servants gathered on 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month which signified the end of World War I. In the United States it is observed … [Read more...] about Lest we Forget with Bonnie Cranachan
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Celebrate Bonfire Night with Comfort Foods Like British Flapjack
“Remember, remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, Treason & Plot. I see no reason why gunpowder, treason should ever be forgot.” Traditional British Rhyme A lesser known holiday to Americans, tonight is Guy Fawkes Day, aka Bonfire Night, celebrated across the United Kingdom … [Read more...] about Celebrate Bonfire Night with Comfort Foods Like British Flapjack
Downton Cooking Basics: How To Make The Creamiest Scrambled Eggs
It has been an interesting few days in the online world of Downton Abbey. There is another plot twist afoot in Season 4, so if you don't want to know anything about Season 4 before January's launch, I would strongly advise you stay away from social media for the next three … [Read more...] about Downton Cooking Basics: How To Make The Creamiest Scrambled Eggs
Whip up a Lovely Lemon Tart with Your new Mixer
A few days have now passed since Sunday's double whammy. I am still processing the events. UK Downton fans had high hopes for S4E1, US fans for Emmy wins. There was sadness on both sides of the pond came away sad. UK fans needed time to grieve for Matthew so big splash to kick … [Read more...] about Whip up a Lovely Lemon Tart with Your new Mixer
When Life Gives you a Bushel of Tomatoes Make Tomato Tarts
Downton fans across North America are still sulking about the ITV launch this Sunday, but we the Emmys are coming up so at least we have something to look forward to. Downton has garned 12 nominations, including Best Drama. Since my audience spans the globe I will be watching … [Read more...] about When Life Gives you a Bushel of Tomatoes Make Tomato Tarts
