It was a busy night in Canada for fans of Post Edwardian period drama. Last night Vision TV delivered back-to-back episodes of the final two episodes of Season 1 of Downton Abbey, the immensely popular British drama. Coincidentally, the final episode overlapped with Part 2 of … [Read more...] about Fellowes Night in Canada: Downton Garden Party vs. Titanic Haute Cuisine
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Tea Tuesday: Classic Never Fail Shortbread
Welcome to another Tea Tuesday. The weather is always a safe topic to discuss when having tea, and this week we are experiencing the unsettled weather of Spring, shifting from cool to warm and then back to cool again, sometimes all within the same day. Dressing in layers for … [Read more...] about Tea Tuesday: Classic Never Fail Shortbread
Tea Tuesday: Have Some Madeira (Cake), my Dear
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. We are all now in Downton Downtime. UK fans just finished a lovely meal of Season 3, and now waiting for the dessert course: the Christmas Special. Meanwhile, North Americans are still waiting to be seated for the Season 3 service. Appetizers in … [Read more...] about Tea Tuesday: Have Some Madeira (Cake), my Dear
Add Some Downton Touches to Your Holiday Table
Across America, experienced cooks are finalizing their Thanksgiving dinner menus, and double checking their order for fresh turkey. Less experienced cooks are summoning up the courage to take on their first big meal, excited about starting new family traditions of their own, but … [Read more...] about Add Some Downton Touches to Your Holiday Table
Tea Tuesday: Not to “Mince” Words, But it’s That Time of Year Again
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. The leisurely pace of summer has long left us. All eyes in the US are set on this Thanksgiving Weekend, but Downton Fans will surely make time for the Downton Abbey Revisited special this Sunday (see below). When life does get hectic, taking time … [Read more...] about Tea Tuesday: Not to “Mince” Words, But it’s That Time of Year Again