It has been an eventful week for the Queen as she quietly celebrated her official reign of 60 years on the throne. And if you wondered about when to start planning your own Garden Party, the Queen has already held her annual event. As you may know I often dish about Downton … [Read more...] about Enjoy Lovely Light Lemon Loaf with your Tea
Edwardian recipes
Plenty of Rhubarb Recipes, from Savoury to Sweet Gems
It is getting closer to the lazy days of summer, but for now, we are still contending with May showers spilling into June. As I was setting up for the large charity tennis tournament our firm co-hosted on Sunday, I imagined lords and ladies gathering on grand grass courts on … [Read more...] about Plenty of Rhubarb Recipes, from Savoury to Sweet Gems
A Light and Healthy Vegetable Terrine for Mom
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
At Downton There was Always Room for Jiggly Jelly
I am still patiently waiting for Spring to take a firm hold. We did have a thunder storm last night, but apparently are expecting snow on the weekend. In some parts of the world it is the bloom of the cherry blossom which signals the arrival of Spring. I have fond memories of … [Read more...] about At Downton There was Always Room for Jiggly Jelly
Dreaming of Downton Garden Parties Served with Garden Cake
Spring is here, the snow around us has melted, and you can see tulips breaking through the soil. Even the golfers have come out of hibernation on the golf course where we live. Of course we all anxious to shed our winter clothes, but not quite yet. Our patience will be rewarded … [Read more...] about Dreaming of Downton Garden Parties Served with Garden Cake
