Terrines are perfect for serving at a garden party and are not difficult to make. They don't have to have meat or lots of fat for that matter. This terrine is quite colorful and perfect for the vegetarians in the crowd. Select whichever colorful vegetables you have on hand. … [Read more...] about Delightfully Light Vegetable Terrine
Edwardian cooking
Delicious Kedgeree
Kedgeree is the first dish we see on Downton Abbey in Season 1, Episode 1. It is a practical dish which, before refrigeration, allowed cooks to use leftovers from the night before to make into hearty and appealing breakfast dishes. Essentially the ingredients are boiled rice, … [Read more...] about Delicious Kedgeree
Eton Mess: A Delightful Summer Dessert Recipe
What is it and Where It Came From Eton Mess is a British summer dessert made from three things: crushed meringue, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. It is deliberately imperfect. That is not a flaw. That is the point. The dessert has been associated with Eton College, the … [Read more...] about Eton Mess: A Delightful Summer Dessert Recipe
Downton Abbey Series Finale – And They Were All Happy Enough
Well, the final episode aired last night and what a way to end the series. Yes, there are no more episodes of Downton Abbey. The Carnavrons have reclaimed Highclere Castle from film crews, and the production sets used for the downstairs scenes have been packed away. We must be … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Series Finale – And They Were All Happy Enough
Downton S6E8: Downton Abbey Has Gone Completely Bananas
Wow, there was quite a bit of drama to absorb this week on Downton; I am sorry to have to spoil the fun, but there is only one episode left of Downton Abbey. It is the traditional extended Christmas Special that we have come to love over the years, but this one will be … [Read more...] about Downton S6E8: Downton Abbey Has Gone Completely Bananas
