Lord D and I are back from a wonderful visit to Bermuda. Stay tuned for an accounting of our visit to this beautiful island and a delightful award winning afternoon tea at the Fairmont Princess Hotel in Hamilton. Mother's Day is this Sunday for North Americans. For my recap … [Read more...] about A Light and Healthy Vegetable Terrine for Mom
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Downton Valentine’s Day Man’s Meal: Steamed Lobster Tails in Beer
Happy Days. American viewers were treated to another double dose of Downton last night on PBS, showing two episodes, S3E7 and 8. With Valentine's Day coming up this week, it was lovely to see love in the air. Cora and Robert are back on track, Matthew and Mary are settling into … [Read more...] about Downton Valentine’s Day Man’s Meal: Steamed Lobster Tails in Beer
Enjoy Afternoon Tea with Banbury Tarts
Welcome back Downton Abbey fans. Time to get back into our normal routines. I love virtual tea parties and you may find my Online Guide to Afternoon Tea helpful in understanding traditions and recipes to serve at your own tea party. Today’s treat is Banbury tarts. … [Read more...] about Enjoy Afternoon Tea with Banbury Tarts
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
Enjoy Simple Mincemeat Cake for the Holidays
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. Christmas is only thirteen sleeps away, that time of year when we frantically try to cram as much merriment as we can into a few weeks. Why not start a new tradition and invite your friends for a relaxing afternoon tea to help calm the … [Read more...] about Enjoy Simple Mincemeat Cake for the Holidays
