Nostalgic for Irish Oatmeal
(photo source) While touring the United Kingdom a few years ago, I was treated to a traditional British breakfast each morning. No matter where I stayed in Britain, each hotel […]
Fortnum & Mason for the Holidays
(Fortnum & Mason – photo source) Fortnum & Mason has been the quintessential English store for over 300 years. Situated in the heart of London’s Piccadilly, F&M is known for […]
Bring England Home for the Holidays
(photo source) As many of you know, I admire English traditions. and I particularly love them at Christmastime. Whether it’s the beauty of a Victorian Christmas or the decorations at […]
‘Tis the Season for Traditional English Toffee
From cookies to pies and cake to fudge, Christmastime is the season for all things sweet. Although many people associate this time of year with gingerbread and sugary cutouts, my […]
Literal “Roots” of the French Yule Log
(Photo source) There are many Christmas traditions that are shared by those in the US and in France, including tree decorating, gift giving, and the belief in Santa Claus (or […]
