It is a historic week in the UK. While American Downton Abbey fans might be envious about the launch of Season 5 on ITV this Sunday, it is the Scottish Referendum which has the captured the world's attention. This Thursday, September 18th, Scots will vote on a simple question … [Read more...] about Final Days until Historic Vote & Downton S5 in the UK
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Plastic Water Bottle Leaves Egg on Face of Downton Promoters
Much to the surprise of Downton fans everywhere, our favorite show has been getting some unexpected press this week. Known for their attention to historical accuracy, sharp eyed fans were aghast when a plastic water bottle was spotted on the Crawley mantle in a Season 5 … [Read more...] about Plastic Water Bottle Leaves Egg on Face of Downton Promoters
Enjoying Downton Downtime with Seasonal Rhubarb Dishes
Now that the US, UK and Canada have enjoyed long weekends this month (and other countries in hot pursuit), we can all in the mood for taking it a little easier at work and enjoying life outdoors. Less time looking for missing files, and more time searching for gardening tools. … [Read more...] about Enjoying Downton Downtime with Seasonal Rhubarb Dishes
Final Countdown to Hogmanay and Downton Season 4
North Americans revel in Christmas celebrations and for us New Years is more of an after thought, one last party before getting back to business. In Scotland however, Christmas is a low key celebration with a build up to New Years, called Hogmanay, the biggest party of the year. … [Read more...] about Final Countdown to Hogmanay and Downton Season 4
Downton’s Drop Scones are Simply Delicious “Pocket” Pancakes
The US will soon will be alive with the sights and smells of Thanksgiving cooking. No time to dwell on Downton Abbey this week as shopping lists are being prepared from time honored recipes passed down from mother to daughter. If you think cooking for your extended family a few … [Read more...] about Downton’s Drop Scones are Simply Delicious “Pocket” Pancakes
