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
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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
The Best Fruitcake is Made with Love which Matures over Time
Welcome Downton Abbey fans. The countdown to Christmas is upon us when socializing switches into high gear. Why not start a new tradition and invite your friends for a relaxing afternoon tea? I love to dish on Downton Abbey and other topical issues one might discuss at tea, … [Read more...] about The Best Fruitcake is Made with Love which Matures over Time
Downton Abbey and Thanksgiving “Makeovers”
Thanksgiving in the US has past, and many are still savoring "leftovers" from huge family dinners. I never really liked the term "leftover" as it carries a negative connotation, as if the food has lost some value somehow. I like to use the term "makeover", implying that … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey and Thanksgiving “Makeovers”
