“Remember, remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, Treason & Plot. I see no reason why gunpowder, treason should ever be forgot.” Traditional British Rhyme A lesser known holiday to Americans, tonight is Guy Fawkes Day, aka Bonfire Night, celebrated across the United Kingdom … [Read more...] about Celebrate Bonfire Night with Comfort Foods Like British Flapjack
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Halloween Downton Dining Upstairs with Squash Risotto
We are a few days from Halloween. Did you know that Halloween has ancient origins in Ireland? It was originally called Samhain, and the day marked the end of the harvest season for Celtic farmers. Irish immigrants brought their traditions to America and adapted to their new … [Read more...] about Halloween Downton Dining Upstairs with Squash Risotto
Downton Abbey Cooking Lesson: Perfecting Your Pumpkin Pie
You don't have to be watching the latest episodes of Downton Abbey to enjoy a special night with fellow fans. Granted the UK is currently dining on Season 4, but with fans in over 220 countries, and so many ways to watch from TV to Tablet, it is likely someone is savouring an … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Cooking Lesson: Perfecting Your Pumpkin Pie
Tea Tuesday is a Lovely Day to Enjoy Almond and Rose Petal Squares
Welcome to Tea Tuesday, my weekly ritual of sharing tea with Downton Abbey fans. Downton fans are counting down the days until the January 6th PBS launch. This will give US foodie fans time to carefully plan S3 launch parties (check out my link to upstairs/downstairs theme … [Read more...] about Tea Tuesday is a Lovely Day to Enjoy Almond and Rose Petal Squares
Fall Signals the Arrival of Pumpkin Season
Welcome to my virtual tea party, an online tribute to the art of having tea. "A Proper Tea is Much Nicer than a Nearly Nice Tea"- A.A. Milne. Life is grand in the UK now that Season 3 is well under way, sad in the US as PBS won't be broadcasting the new season until January. … [Read more...] about Fall Signals the Arrival of Pumpkin Season