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
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Final Days and Dishes From Titanic
Today is Friday the 13th. For those who are superstitious it is a day to particularly avoid black cats and ladders. Historically Friday was considered unlucky, as well as the number 13; combine the two and you are asking for trouble. We have three this year. Today is our … [Read more...] about Final Days and Dishes From Titanic
Game Plan for Hosting a 1st Class Titanic Tribute Dinner
April 14th is approaching fast for those planning to host or attend a Titanic tribute dinner. Titanoraks (Titanic fans) pay homage annually of the famous sinking of the unsinkable passenger liner off the Canadian coast. Tribute dinners are based on the printed menus for … [Read more...] about Game Plan for Hosting a 1st Class Titanic Tribute Dinner
Keeping up With Currant Easter Events
This week Christians around the world are celebrating Easter. A moveable feast, Easter occurs the First Sunday after the Full Moon following the Vernal Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. Just check a calendar, it's much easier. Marking the end of Lent, Holy Week leads to … [Read more...] about Keeping up With Currant Easter Events
Tea Meetings and Truffles in Paradise
Another time for us to share tea and polite conversation. This typically leads to a discussion of the weather which has been most exceptional out here in our corner of the Commonwealth. One might also comment on the state on one's own garden and I am pleased to report that my … [Read more...] about Tea Meetings and Truffles in Paradise
