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
Downton Abbey recipes
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
Downton Downtime: Downton Abbey at Play
With longer days of sunlight, improving weather conditions in northern climes, Memorial Day and June drawing nearer, our minds are becoming more focused on play time. We all have our favorite activities to enjoy outside in warm weather. Walking along a body of water, hiking … [Read more...] about Downton Downtime: Downton Abbey at Play
Downton Downtime: Review of Beyond Downton Abbey & Strawberry Delimma
Tomorrow is Food Revolution Day around the world, so support real food and go cook something. Here in Canada, while we are normally a very conscientious lot, I am not sure how much work is actually being done in the workplace today, so apologies in advance for today's post if … [Read more...] about Downton Downtime: Review of Beyond Downton Abbey & Strawberry Delimma
Victoria’s Secret Might Have Been Sponge Cake
Victoria Day is just a few days away, a Commonwealth holiday celebrating the birthday of Queen Victoria, our first sovereign queen. May 24th marks her official birthday, but the holiday falls on the last Monday before May 25. While still proud of our English heritage in Canada, … [Read more...] about Victoria’s Secret Might Have Been Sponge Cake
