A very special day for virtual Commonwealth celebrates the final day of official Diamond Jubilee Central Weekend events in London. Last night, the Queen enjoyed 60 years of music at the Jubilee Concert. I have been enjoying live coverage all morning via CBC in Canada, … [Read more...] about Queen Elizabeth II Celebrates Diamond Jubilee
Downton Abbey Party Food
Throw Your Own Jubilee Picnic with Celebration Sandwich & Pimm’s Punch
Brits really know how to throw a party. Londoners are currently enjoying a rare two day Bank Holiday, allowing commoners more time to engage in official and their own Diamond Jubilee celebrations, celebrating Queen Elizabeth II's 60 years on the throne. In response to a young … [Read more...] about Throw Your Own Jubilee Picnic with Celebration Sandwich & Pimm’s Punch
Tea Sandwiches Under the Canapé
Welcome to Tea Tuesday. I trust that my American friends spent a restful and reflective Memorial Day weekend. I host Tea Tuesday each week, a virtual tea party which was inspired by Christine, a follower who lives in France, who was curious about English tea traditions after … [Read more...] about Tea Sandwiches Under the Canapé
A Grand Edwardian Feast Served with Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
The passing of time is constant, but you can certainly pack quite a great deal into a short time span as what we learned this past week. On Monday I shared our "Life IS Downton Abbey" story about closing up the family "Edwardian retreat", which is being passed to a lovely couple … [Read more...] about A Grand Edwardian Feast Served with Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Financiers are a Wonderful Tea Treat
I received a lovely petite book on Tea from the famous Fortnum & Mason, located in the heart of London. The gift came from my new friend Ellen who I have written about before. Ellen is the American who saw my tweet about a Ladies' luncheon featuring Lady Carnarvon at Tylney … [Read more...] about Financiers are a Wonderful Tea Treat
