Alas another season of Downton Abbey has come to an end. The timing of the finale was the perfect ending of a great weekend for Canadians who beamed with national pride as we beat the Swedes for Gold in men's hockey. Like the Dowager we took some pleasure poking fun at the … [Read more...] about Downton Season S4 Finale Deserves Crowning Roast of Lamb
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Downton Abbey Promotes Swiss Tourism, Renewing our Love for Fondue
With only one episode left in Season 4 of Downton Abbey, I am at once excited about the finale, but at the same time sad that when the season ends, many fans will turn to other shows with their bright shiny new episodes. Never fear, I will continue to faithfully blog regularly … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Promotes Swiss Tourism, Renewing our Love for Fondue
A New Fridge at Downton Would Keep Vichyssoise Conveniently Cold
Winter continues to have a firm grip on many parts of the country. How well do you cope with change in the weather, or change in general? At Downton, it is Mrs. Patmore who appears to have a particular challenge of embracing new technology. First, a mixer and a refrigerator will … [Read more...] about A New Fridge at Downton Would Keep Vichyssoise Conveniently Cold
Dream of Spring with Ivy’s Simple Asparagus Feuilletés
Another dreary Winter's day and Spring is still far on the horizon. This is good weather to be snuggled up in front of the TV to catch another new episode of Season 4 of Downton on PBS and dream of brighter and warmer days ahead. "Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how … [Read more...] about Dream of Spring with Ivy’s Simple Asparagus Feuilletés
Downton Abbey Fans See Red When They Think About Green
Just as Downton fans were starting to recover from the S3 shock of Matthew's passing, Sunday's episode confirmed that there are fates worse than death, and bad things still happen to really nice people on that show. When I first saw this episode on ITV this fall, I thought it was … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Fans See Red When They Think About Green