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Seasonal Food and Flora
Here are some of our favourite seasonal recipes.
Pumpkin Pie With a No-Roll Crust
What would Thanksgiving be without pumpkin pie? While it’s not universally popular in our house, the Pumpkin Pie Proponents are in the vocal majority. This recipe is great because of the no-roll crust. Much less messy and practically foolproof. ... read more
Leanne’s Apple Bundt Cake with Apple Butter & Bourbon Glaze
As I mentioned in my previous post on Apple Spice Cakelets, when our friends John and Leanne visited us in the Cape this summer, Leanne and I had a wonderful time with the new apple and leaf baking pans from Williams Sonoma. We both admired the lovely contours of the... read more
Stacked Waldorf Salad
Apple season is upon us, and while I love all the braised, rich dishes that come with fall, a tangy, crunchy and fresh appetizer is always welcome. This salad is from an old issue of Victoria Magazine (October 2014). I was intrigued by by the modern... read more
Purple Plum Torte
This delectable cake has a venerable history. When Amanda Hesser, former editor of the New York Times food section, began compiling recipes to create the very marvellous The Essential New York Times Cookbook, she asked for suggestions from readers as to what... read more
Mediterranean Vegetable Gratin
This marvellous combination of vegetables makes a beautiful side to accompany roast chicken or steak, or feature as the main event for a light supper. The gratin’s layers of breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs absorb the savoury juices of... read more
Pumpkin Soup with Spicy Pepitas
Squash and pumpkin soups are a mainstay in the fall, and for good reason. They’re both gorgeous and delicious. This soup is both quick and easy to make. The garnishes of whipped cream with sweet and spicy pumpkin seeds add something special. Pumpkin Soup with... read moreEntertablement Abroad
Enjoy our travel journal of castles, cathedrals, country houses, wonderful tableware and delicious meals.
Entertablement Abroad: Chatsworth Dining Room Fashions
The dining room was the pièce de résistance of the House Style – Celebrating Five Centuries of Fashion exhibition we saw during our recent visit to Chatsworth whilst staying at the Hunting Tower. Not only was the table beautifully, set, the entire room was... read more
Entertablement Abroad – Leeds Castle, Kent
We’ve been settled in Kent for almost a week now, in a tiny cottage on the grounds of Leeds Castle. One of the benefits of staying on the property is the ability to wander the grounds after everyone has gone home, so we got these night shots a couple of evenings... read more
Entertablement Abroad: The Hunting Tower, Chatsworth
We are very comfortably situated at the Chatsworth Hunting Tower, and have had a marvellous few days visiting Haddon Hall, Hardwick Hall and the exhibit at Chatsworth itself, House Style, Five Centuries of Fashion. More to come on all of these adventures! The... read more
Entertablement Abroad – Fortnum & Mason
A trip to Fortnum & Mason is always high on my list of priorities soon after we arrive in London. While Fortnums are probably best known for their luxury hampers, the entire store overflows with tempting goods, from teas to liquors; spices to biscuits; scarves to... read more
Entertablement Abroad: Out and About in London
We’re back in England for a few weeks, and started our trip in London this time. London. Gotta love it. Beautiful architecture, wonderful food and gorgeous shopping arcades. This one is on Regent Street. Our usual schedule is to take an overnight flight, land at... read more
A Servant’s Life – The Elms, Newport, Rhode Island
The Gilded Age mansions in Newport, Rhode Island are a time capsule, providing a glimpse into a lifestyle of wretched excess that gripped the upper echelons of U.S. society during the late 19th century. And as the Dowager Countess of Grantham... read more© Entertablement 2017 – All Rights Reserved
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