"Better get outside, there's only two more days of summer." That is my mantra every August to help encourage myself and my co-workers to get outside at lunch because soon it will be too cold to sit outside in the sun. Soon the days will get shorter, cooler and all the fresh … [Read more...] about Think Pink with Classic Downton Rhubarb Summer Cocktails
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Summer is a Great Time to Enjoy English Plum Crumble
Canadians are back today after celebrating a long weekend with family and friends. A civic holiday, it is known by different names across each province, but the tradition was started in 1869 by the Toronto City Council in honour of Lord Simcoe, the first Lieutenant-Governor of … [Read more...] about Summer is a Great Time to Enjoy English Plum Crumble
Downton-Inspired Fundraising Idea: Afternoon Tea
I am jetting back today from my "surf and turf" holiday with my family out in Calgary, Alberta. I spent week one salmon fishing with Dad and my brothers on the west coast, and week two on the family estate (farm), complete with horses and hay, dogs and other working animals. In … [Read more...] about Downton-Inspired Fundraising Idea: Afternoon Tea
Enjoy Sinfully Light Chocolate Frozen Yoghurt at your Garden Party
Another Father's Day has come and gone. Our son, Master James, dined with us as Lord D proudly prepared his famous grilled roast beast (steak) feast. Celebrated around the world, Father's Day started at church, much like Mother's Day did. Check out my quick history on Father's … [Read more...] about Enjoy Sinfully Light Chocolate Frozen Yoghurt at your Garden Party
Downton Downstairs Dessert: Rhubarb Orange Brown Betty
In the land of Downton (and across the British Commonwealth), homage is paid to those who gave their lives for their country on Remembrance Day, the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. In the US this is called Veterans Day, celebrating the service of all … [Read more...] about Downton Downstairs Dessert: Rhubarb Orange Brown Betty
