It is a historic week in the UK. While American Downton Abbey fans might be envious about the launch of Season 5 on ITV this Sunday, it is the Scottish Referendum which has the captured the world's attention. This Thursday, September 18th, Scots will vote on a simple question … [Read more...] about Final Days until Historic Vote & Downton S5 in the UK
Downton Abbey Food
Summer is The Time for Fools, A Downton Favorite
It never ceases to amaze me how Spring weather transitions into Summer in a matter of days. Even more sad though is how quickly time passes in Summer months. Granted we are annually tortured for about of month of hot then cold weather in the Spring, making wardrobe decisions … [Read more...] about Summer is The Time for Fools, A Downton Favorite
Enjoying Downton Downtime with Seasonal Rhubarb Dishes
Now that the US, UK and Canada have enjoyed long weekends this month (and other countries in hot pursuit), we can all in the mood for taking it a little easier at work and enjoying life outdoors. Less time looking for missing files, and more time searching for gardening tools. … [Read more...] about Enjoying Downton Downtime with Seasonal Rhubarb Dishes
Spring Means Rhubarb Season is Upon us
After a long cold winter, Spring has finally arrived, what great craic! Craic is an Irish word for fun and enjoyment, typically mixed in with alcohol and music, but still an expression of delight that we can shed our winter clothes and enjoy the sun, and a new growing season. I … [Read more...] about Spring Means Rhubarb Season is Upon us
Downton Season S4 Finale Deserves Crowning Roast of Lamb
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
