While English cuisine still gets some bad press, taking tea is still revered as one of the pinnacles of social grace and civility. Today we are going to focus on the social graces of taking tea. Our recipe today is Clotted Cream, an essential part of Afternoon and Cream Tea. … [Read more...] about Proper Manners are Always in Style
Downton Abbey Food
The Oscar Effect: I’d like to thank God, my husband and fellow Downton Abbey fans…
Canadians are applauding Christopher Plummer's win last night for Best Supporting Actor, dubbing it "The Canadian Oscar." Today's news is filled with clips of all the wonderful acceptance speeches. Yes, the Academy Awards always puts me in mind of the art of the thank you. … [Read more...] about The Oscar Effect: I’d like to thank God, my husband and fellow Downton Abbey fans…
Downton Abbey: In the Beginning There was Titanic, the Entail…and Pie
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
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
