Few customs are more iconic of England than afternoon tea. And Downton Abbey illustrates this custom beautifully. For fans of both teatime and Downton Abbey, you will love these tea recipes to make at home.
Celebrate the new film with a 1920s feast befitting the Queen’s visit to the Crawleys, with these dishes from the new cookbook devoted to Downton…
Create an elegant Downton Abbey dinner of Roasted Cornish Game Hens, Decadent Duchess Potatoes, Baked Asparagus and Crème Brûlée with easy recipes.
A recipe for kedgeree inspired by the television series, Downton Abbey.
This heritage recipe for caraway seed cake is from The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook by Annie Gray. An English seed cake perfect for afternoon tea.
Create an elegant Downton Abbey dinner of Roasted Cornish Game Hens, Decadent Duchess Potatoes, Baked Asparagus and Crème Brûlée with easy recipes.
I often wonder whether my degree in History has any practical application in life, particularly since I ended up not pursuing law (sorry, Cousin Matthew) and became a corporate marketer. I do think though, that studying history has impacted the way I view the world; I tend not to take things at face value and strive to understand how things […]
Anyone who has use of their limbs can make a salmon mousse. PATMORE, DOWNTON ABBEY
This recipe makes 1 loaf pan or 3 small (3 1/2" x 6" pans)
The bridal shower is my favourite of all the pre-wedding events and traditions. A girly luncheon, exquisite high tea or even brunch in honour of the bride.
To hard cook eggs, boil the water; place the egg gently, one at a time using a spoon, into the water. Bring to boil; set the timer for 10 minutes. Remove from the boiling water, run cold water over the eggs. Peel under running water!
Even if you're not a Downton Abbey fan, you're going to love these Crab Canapes that are a favorite appetizer of Lady Mary!
Today's post is brought to you by World Market. The recipe is my own. These Downton Abbey Christmas Thumbprint Cookies are a mouthful of royally festive yumminess in every bite. #DowntonAbbey #DoTheDownton I've mentioned my love for the royally smashing show, Downton Abbey a time or two on this blog. Can't. Get. Enough. Last week, I hosted a Downton Abbey party and these were one of the treats I served. Check out the recipe below and enter for a chance to win an awesome Downton Abbey prize pack below. It's brilliant {said in my best English accent}. There was a bakery in the town I attended college called McKay's. It's the entire reason I got hooked on thumbprint cookies. They also had some killer cakes, too. But wow...those cookies. I started taking my mom's dough that she used for her Christmas Cherry Cookies and making thumbprint cookies with it...filling them with a variety of jams and jellies. I knew they would be AMAZING with World Market's Downton Abbey Christmas Preserves...and wow, they did not disappoint. I made these for my #DoTheDownton party that I hosted in my home last week. They were the perfect little treat on our royal buffet. I'll be sharing all of the party photos tomorrow, so pop back by! And sweet mercy...these Downton Abbey Christmas Preserves are amazing {and adorable!}. I may or may not have eaten a spoonful {or three} straight out of the jar. Their Lemon Curd is ridiculously delicious, too. You can register to win both of these items as well as a bunch of other amazing Downton Abbey goodies in a World Market giveaway below. Downton Abbey Christmas Thumbprint Cookies <<>> Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 sticks salted butter, softened 1 1/3 cup sugar 2 1/3 cups flour 1/2 cup Downton Abbey Christmas Preserves Directions: Beat cream cheese and butter with a mixer on medium-high for 2-4 minutes until fluffy. Scrape down the sides of your bowl and mix again for another minute. Add in the sugar and beat again for a couple more minutes...making sure it keeps its fluffy consistency. Reduce mixer to low and gradually add in flour. Mix just until the dough is combined. Remove dough from bowl and wrap it in plastic wrap {I just wrap the entire ball}. Refrigerate for an hour. Remove dough and unwrap from plastic wrap. Take rounded tablespoons of dough and form balls between the palms of your hands. Place each ball of dough two inches apart on a prepared cookie sheet. Using your thumb, create a small indention in each ball of dough, but be careful not to press all the way through. Fill each well with a teaspoon of the Downton Abbey Christmas Preserves. Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 12-14 minutes, just until beginning to brown on the edges. Cool on pan and remove to wire racks after 10 minutes. Makes 4 dozen. <<>> I'm not going to lie...the actual dough is kind of amazing for nibbling, too {no eggs!}. Something about a dense cream cheese cookie filled with a lovely spiced jam. These would be a perfect addition to your holiday baking. Here they were at my Downton Abbey Party on my buffet. I bought a lot of great Downton Abbey items to use at my party through the World Market Downton Abbey shop here. I'll show you all of the party fun tomorrow. But, check out all of the Downton Abbey awesomeness you could win below>>> Downton Abbey Teapot | Downton Abbey Teacups and Saucers (set of 4) | Downton Abbey Plates (set of 4) | Downton Abbey 2-tier serving Stand | Walkers Luxury Assorted Shortbread Tin (21oz) | Republic of Tea Downton Abbey "Downton Estate Blend" Tea Tin | Downton Abbey Wrapping Paper | Downton Abbey Blackcurrent Jam | Downton Abbey Christmas Preserves | Downton Abbey Lemon Curd | Downton Abbey Napkins | Notecards| Mrs. Patmore DA Apron | Downton Abbey Tea Towel | Downton Abbey Gifts Bags Enter to win one of two of these prize packs below in Rafflecopter: a Rafflecopter giveaway Here's hoping you and yours have a royally smashing holiday! Okay. I'll quit speaking in my faux-British accent now. Neglect your chores like me and don't miss a thing: Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter | Follow on Pinterest | Follow on Google+ | Follow on Instagram {i linky-party here}
Downton Abbey menu of what the downstairs staff and servants might eat. Recipes include bangers and mash, toast and beans, and Bilberry pie.
Enjoy some Downton Abbey inspiration with our elegant and delicious recipe for The Dowager Countess's Cherry and Peach Trifle. Made with angel food cake and fresh cherries and peaches, no one will every know how simple it is to make.
The King and Queen are apparently coming to Downton Abbey in the movie. I get excited when my girlfriends come over for book club so I can't begin to imagine the excitement involved when actual royalty come to visit (although I suspect my friends are more fun!). This recipe is the absolute best for a proper tea party or even to accompany your morning coffee if there are no tea parties in your future. The blueberry, lemon, and almond flavors go together beautifully. I have no doubt it meets the high standards of the Dowager Countess. If I ever meet her, I will certainly ask her.
A recipe for Raspberry Meringue inspired by Mrs. Patmore from season one of Downton Abbey.
I ate an un-ladylike number of these precious appetizers from my Downton Abbey Party Menu. Darling and delicious, you CAN have it all with these tiny, appetizer-sized Yorkshire puddings! Perfect l…
Afternoon Tea is arguably the best contribution the British have made to cuisine. This guide gives you all the tools to enjoy this ritual.
A recipe for mini fruit tarts for our afternoon tea menu inspired by the television series and movie, Downton Abbey.
England has Bubble and Squeak, Ireland Colcannon and in Scotland, the delicious fry-up of vegetables is called Rumbledethumps.
Mock Devonshire cream (clotted cream substitute) is simple to make in about 5 minutes and will give your scones a delicious upgrade! It's delicious with strawberry shortcake, pound cake, and croissants, too.
The second recipe in my Downton Abbey tribute series is also from Heirloom Cooking with the Brass Sisters. It dates back to the 1920’s and seriously, this may be one of the most delicious things I’…
If you are looking for a great recipe to bring the spirit of Downton Abbey alive, then it can be found in this Downton Abbey Lemon Tart.
Author and tea historian Bruce Richardson has been a leading voice in America's tea rennaissance for 30 years.
A recipe for tea sandwiches inspired by the television series, Downton Abbey. These tea sandwiches are just one part of this afternoon tea spread.
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Discover the history and flavors of the original Waldorf Salad through three vintage recipes from an old cookbook. They're perfect for fans of classic American cuisine.
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This almond-and-jam-filled tart is all but a national treasure in England and is, possibly, the ultimate teatime sweet. Though it’s named for the town in Derbyshire where it’s likely that it was fi...
The original version of this confection, popular in the Regency period of the early 1800s, was a sturdy, unsweetened biscuit (aka cookie) stamped with the traditional feather emblem of the Prince. ...
Attention Fans of Downton Abbey - The Official Downton Abbey Afternoon Tea Book was published last month by Frances Lincoln.
Whether you're throwing a full-scale Downton dinner party or just want to see if you'd ever have been able to give Mrs Patmore a run for her money, we...
A recipe for Apple Charlotte inspired by Mrs. Patmore in Season 1 of Downton Abbey.
A recipe for Victoria Sandwiches for afternoon tea inspired by the television show and movie, Downton Abbey.
A recipe for crepe suzette inspired by Mrs. Patmore in season two of Downton Abbey.
This famous dish was served to accompany the meat dishes served as part of the Fifth Course in 1st Class on the Titanic. Mrs. Beeton, the great Victorian cookbook diva, was rumored to have advised that "you should cook carrots no less than 90 minutes". If you are planning your own Titanic dinner, you may wish to concede to our more modern tastes and cook the carrots only until easily pierced by a fork.
Proper British Scones (Mary Berry Recipe) • Semisweet Chocolate Chip Scones • Cinnamon Chip Scones • Caramel Apple Scones • Blueberry Scones • More ...
Test your knowledge about the characters, brilliant and witty remarks by the Dowager, Violet Crawley with FREE printable Downton Abbey Trivia
