CHARMING HISTORY LESSONS

Britain is world famous for its stately homes. These homes were the taste makers of their day and they relished lavish hospitality.

Who wouldn’t want to go down the back stairs and see what life in a grand country house is really like?

I know you will probably recognize 83 year old Mary Berry from a judge on the PBS series The Great British Baking Show, but she also hosts a charming little You Tube series entitled MARY BERRY’S COUNTRY HOUSE SECRETS.

I have so loved this little series as I savor breakfast and morning coffee.

It is fascinating to learn the way of life these historic homes 

have within them and what the family life was like in the past. 

It is also amazing to see the manner in which these great houses 

have been preserved over the years.

Mary takes us inside the homes as she recreates some of her marvelous recipes such as a lovely layered sponge cake, filled with strawberries and cream that she serves at a cricket match.

She learns the art of sheep shearing, according to the shepherd. Some of the homes she features in her series are Goodwood House in West Sussex, Powderham Castle, in Devon, Scone Palace, Perth and Kinross, and Highclere Castle in Hampshire.

We are given a glimpse into the aristocratic lifestyle of working, 

living and socializing even with a magical woodland dinner party!

I know if you are a fan of PBS and fascinated with history,

you will probably enjoy this series as much as I have.