Dainty Petit Fours with Buttercream Fondant

The perfect treat for Mom! Also known as Fondant Fancies or French Fancies, these fancy confections would be served at the end of dinner or with coffee and tea. All the women of Downton Abbey would want to offer this rather beautiful treat with their tea service. As we prepare the menu for Basil & … Continue reading Dainty Petit Fours with Buttercream Fondant

Simple Lemon Curd

Made with zesty lemons, sugar, and a touch of butter, this citrusy delight offers a tantalizing balance of sweetness and tang. Lemon curd is a basic custard, meaning it's thickened by eggs. Although many curd recipes call for just yolks, I prefer to use a combination of whole eggs and yolks to add a bit … Continue reading Simple Lemon Curd

This Classic Cucumber Sandwich is perfect for warm weather

Tea sandwiches are perfect for any outdoor gathering and this is our first in a summer series. Thank you to The Unofficial Downton Abbey Cookbook for sending us this gorgeous book and recipe! This gorgeous expanded edition provide features recipes for more than 150 dishes inspired by the award-winning series.  Taking inspiration from both the … Continue reading This Classic Cucumber Sandwich is perfect for warm weather