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Tablescapes
Here we feature our favourite seasonal tablescapes.
Tables from the Loire: A Spring Table with Gien’s Château Series
There's something timelessly elegant about a spring table dressed in blue and white, and few collections capture the romance of the season quite like the Gien Château Series. With soft French hues and architectural detail worthy of a travel journal, each plate invites...
An Old World Rabbit
Years ago, digging around for Easter inspiration, I came across a picture of an elegant rabbit and his wheelbarrow in a magazine—Victoria, I think—but frustratingly, the manufacturer was not attributed. I searched online using every description imaginable. Nada. I...
In Mr McGregor’s Garden
Now, who is that peeking out from behind the carrots? Oh my! It's a fluffle of bunnies who have come to enjoy a veritable feast of greenery and vegetables. Perhaps they wanted to visit with their Bunny Toile friends on plates by Jay Willfred. This charming pattern was...
I’m Dreaming of Spring with Sarah’s Garden by Wedgwood
It's the day after Epiphany, and Christmas is officially over. The trees are down, ornaments packed away, and I've done the seasonal turnover in the kitchen cabinets. I don't know about you, but I'm ready to skip winter and move right into spring. Let's avert our gaze...
Quail Blue with Yellow Peony Tulips
It is almost peony time. The plants have gone from little red nubs poking through the ground to three-foot bushes in weeks. The flower buds are waxing fat, and my anticipation is mounting. I can't wait! But in the meantime, we have peony tulips to help ease my...
A Little Bird Tells Me It’s Officially Spring!
Chirp, chirp! It's time to start preparing our nests. Every spring, it's the same. She starts nagging me to redecorate as soon as the weather warms up. What's wrong with last year's nest? It's so ... tatty ... she invariably comments. All right, already....
The Makers Behind the Magic
The Makers Behind the Magic celebrates the artistry, stories, and design legacies of the creators who shaped our tables—from beloved heritage potteries to imaginative modern makers.
Caskata — Nature, Observed
Some pieces feel as though they have always existed — as though they belong to a long tradition...
Miles Mason: The Visionary Behind Ironstone China
Miles Mason may not have been a ceramic scientist like Josiah Spode or Josiah Wedgwood, but his...
Royal Doulton: Two Centuries of Craftsmanship, Character, and British Style
In the heart of British pottery lies a story of artistry, craft and quiet transformation. For...
Makers Behind the Magic: Mottahedeh
A Tapestry of Two Worlds Let’s begin far from the world of candlelit dinners and spring...
Josiah Wedgwood: The Potter Who Revolutionized Industry and Taste
Few names in British history carry as much weight in the world of ceramics and industry as...
Josiah Spode: Master of Bone China and Transferware Innovation
Josiah Spode may not be as widely recognized as his contemporary, Josiah Wedgwood, but his...
From Soap Cartons to Crystal: A Collector’s Guide to Depression-Era Glassware
During the Great Depression, when dinner tables were scanty and budgets tight, American...
Portmeirion: The Garden Blooms
Few tableware patterns are as instantly recognizable or enduringly beloved as Botanic Garden by...
Mitterteich: Bavarian Porcelain with a Floral Soul
Nestled in the heart of Bavaria, Mitterteich's porcelain works quietly produced some of the...
Gien: French Faience with Provincial Poetry
To hold a plate of Gien faience is to hold a little piece of the French countryside—romantic,...
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.
Coq au Vin
A French bistro classic with tender chicken, sweet carrots, and a deeply savoury wine-braised sauce. Served alongside buttery small potatoes and crisp French green beans, this comforting meal is a culinary port in any winter storm.
Smoked Salmon Tart with Poppy & Sesame Seeds
This salmon tart strikes the balance between ease and refinement. Flaky Rough Puff pastry forms a sturdy base for a generous layer of cream cheese, lightly seasoned and scattered with poppy and sesame seeds for texture and quiet savour. Smoked salmon is arranged...
Lemon Raspberry Cake
This lemon raspberry cake is a classic. Pale, tender sponge layered with softly whipped Swiss buttercream frosting, and the tart punctuation of fresh raspberries. A ribbon of lemon curd runs through the centre, offering just enough sharpness to keep the sweetness in...
Maple Pots de Crème with Blackberry Coulis
These maple pots de crème are creamy and composed; they lean into the earthy warmth of pure maple syrup, balanced by the bright, tart clarity of blackberry coulis. The contrast is subtle but memorable — a spoonful that feels both comforting and refined, rich without...
Spring Minestrone
Spring Minestrone, bursting with fresh green vegetables, is a lighter take on a hearty classic. It's perfect for those chillier spring days when you want a little comfort food. The abundance of slightly crunchy vegetables is fresh and appealing, while the chicken...
Hot Cross Buns
Hot Cross Buns are an Easter confection, traditionally made to break the fast on Good Friday and herald the end of Lent. More virtuous than Cinnamon Buns, their icing-free countenance borders on healthy. Though they can be eaten plain, they are most often split,...
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