And the yard work begins...

One of our (many) favourite things about our big old house was the expansive yard. We were so fortunate to find a home with a huge lot. It may have been a beautiful space in its day, but by the time we arrived it was far past its prime. Having found old plant labels in what was once a greenhouse, we could tell the yard would have been filled with gorgeous flowers, herbs and vegetables, not long forgotten.

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Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

This particular recipe doesn’t need to be just for the holidays, really it could be all year long. Or maybe when you’re planning an annual binge of Downton Abbey. I’ve adapted my grandmother’s shortbread recipe by adding some spoonfuls of earl grey tea and lavender for a different take.

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