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Tablescapes
Here we feature our favourite seasonal tablescapes.
Watercolour Botanicals
Snow, snow, snow. Every time we get it cleared away, more arrives. The dogs love it; the grandchildren love it, Us oldies? Not so much. Longing for warm weather, when I could clip fresh herbs from the garden, I picked up some pots of herbs from the grocery store and...
Barnyard Toile for a Sunny Sunday in January
Black and white with cheerful touches of lemon yellow seemed just the ticket for a chilly January day. I stumbled on this charming set of square luncheon plates on eBay when I was looking for additional pieces for my sparse collection of Maxcera's Toile Bunny. ...
In an English Garden
Soft pastel shades and fresh flowers are an instant cure for the winter doldrums. English Garden by Certified International was new for 2020. The trellis pattern on the soft green, scallop-edged dinner plate was an instant hit with me. I can see styling it a dozen...
An Army of Feathered Combatants
You can't beat antique French Faience for weird and whimsical tableware, and this colourful collection is one of my very favourites. At the head of this feathered army, we have Le Roi or The King. Rather haughty, isn't he? These plates seem to have been through...
Time to Spring Forward with Wedgwood Williamsburg Aviary
Spring is in the air! Let the nesting begin. For now, we may have to content ourselves with birds and butterflies of a painted nature, but we know they'll be here in the flesh very soon. As my granddaughter, Juliana is fond of asking, "For real?" For real. This...
Rooster Français by Williams Sonoma
My granddaughter Juliana is crazy about ducks, which (in her world) include swans, roosters, and when you get right down to it, any feathered creature. I love the broad-mindedness of her approach! So when I saw these Rooster Français pasta bowls on eBay (at a...
Recipes
Enjoy browsing our new recipe section which has been organized to simplify creating the perfect menu.
Seasonal Food and Flora
Here are some of our favourite seasonal recipes.
Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake
Zesty lemony, buttery cake studded with tangy blueberries—a perfect afternoon pick-me-up or dessert. It could even qualify for an indulgent breakfast at a stretch (ok, a large stretch). It would certainly fit the bill for brunch, with perhaps Asparagus, Tomato and...
Lemon Soufflé Pudding
A silky smooth, tangy lemon sauce sits below a light-as-air soufflé. What could be more delightful? Easy to make, this is the perfect bright citrus dessert to finish off a rich winter meal. The boxed version doesn't come close, so whip up those egg whites and enjoy a...
White Lasagne with Swiss Chard, Spinach and Gruyere
Who could resist such a gorgeous display of Swiss rainbow chard? Not me! It was in my grocery basket before I had time to think about how to use it. But wait...I've got the Paprika app on my phone! So pull up the recipe portion and enter Swiss chard. There it is—White...
Arugula and Radicchio Salad with Apple and Winter Parmesan Crisps
Winter darkness calls for bold flavours. The bitter notes of arugula and radicchio are tempered with the sweet-tart flavour of thin apple slices, all enrobed in a Dijon mustard dressing and topped with salty, rich parmesan crisps. Perfect for a starter or in larger...
Spiced Pear Sparkler
Who doesn't love a glass of bubbly? This festive cocktail has the rich, fruity flavours of pear and cinnamon, perfect for the holiday season and ringing in the New Year. The Pear Simple mixes up quickly and is delicious with sparkling water, drizzled in a cup of hot...
Ebelskivers
For anyone not familiar with these little round pancakes, Ebelskivers hail from Denmark. The fluffy, light balls of pancake dough ooze with fillings ranging from savoury to sweet and are the breakfast of choice when the grandgirls sleep over. In a bid to have at least...
Entertablement Abroad
Enjoy our travel journal of castles, cathedrals, country houses, wonderful tableware and delicious meals.
Entertablement Abroad: The Family Trip to England and Scotland
The Big Family Trip has been long in the planning. Originally on the docket for 2020 (sigh), it was pushed out to 2022 so as not to overlap with the Clans and Castles train journey Glenn, and I had booked for 2021 to celebrate our respective significant birthdays (you...
Entertablement Abroad—Stirling Castle
Castles have a long and complex history, much more so than stately homes. Fortified structures built during the middle ages by the nobility or royalty, their primary purpose was defence—keeping those inside the castle walls safe and keeping the violent attackers out....
Entertablement Abroad – England in the Autumn Part II
Following our time in England in the Autumn. Determining which train to take to Chichester was more complicated than I had envisioned. Staff shortages, line repairs, and similar disruptions ruled out the usual route from Victoria Station. Lauren and I eventually...
Entertablement Abroad – England in the Autumn
The long-awaited, oft-rescheduled trip to England was a heady mix of emotions: apprehension as to how difficult it might be to navigate changing requirements, elation at the freedom of travelling again, disappointment and frustration with the National Trust, amusement...
Entertablement Abroad – Ely Cathedral
As cathedrals go, Ely Cathedral is one of the biggies. Literally, at 537 ft long, but also because of its story, which began in 672. A lot has happened in the intervening 13+ centuries. Not just the usual political squabbling and overly ambitious clerics, but...
Entertablement Abroad – Sudeley Castle
Most of the grand manor houses we see in England have a history involving a lot of ups and downs. Sudeley Castle is the veritable Snakes & Ladders of the genre. The tale began innocuously enough with a commonplace event: William le Boteler of Wem married heiress...
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