It has been a hard day for me, the day after the PBS Masterpiece broadcast of S3E5 (or E4 if you go by PBS calculations: they showed ITV E1 & 2 together as one for the premier). As millions of Americans watched this episode, there were gasps of disbelief as events unfolded. … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Fans Could Use the Comfort of a Good Rice Pudding
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Raise an Oatcake for Robert Burns Birthday
On January 25, Scots around the world celebrate the birth of the famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns. You know at least one poem, "Auld Lang Syne' which we sing on New Year's Eve, written in 1788. Traditional Burns Suppers are often held the weekend before or after his actual … [Read more...] about Raise an Oatcake for Robert Burns Birthday
Its Burnt Toast for Downton Abbey Characters
America is settling in nicely to Season 3 of Downton Abbey. I freely admit that I am an avid Downton fan, and even during the frantic stress of finishing my cookbook, the opening theme for the show never, ever ceases to give me peace and calm. Thank you John Lunn for your … [Read more...] about Its Burnt Toast for Downton Abbey Characters
Downton Days Return to America: Bring on the Deviled Eggs
Welcome back Downton. After a long wait fans across the US and Canada were finally rewarded with Masterpiece's presentation Sunday night of not one, but 2 episodes of Season 3. It was like having two pieces of wedding cake at Mary and Matthew's reception: they finally made it to … [Read more...] about Downton Days Return to America: Bring on the Deviled Eggs
Visions of Sugar Plums Dance in our Heads
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. Christmas is just a week away. Are you ready yet? Have you taken the ladies out for a relaxing tea to unwind? I do love the spa experence, but afternoon tea is so relaxing. Perhaps someone should combine the two. Part of our holiday plans … [Read more...] about Visions of Sugar Plums Dance in our Heads






