When Davey pulled out his cell phone it dawned on me... we rarely, if ever, see LaLanders and their guests with their noses in their phones. How lovely!

I find I love Kirsty more and more every time Steph tours the garden and she gives a rundown of what's going on. She's adorable and her laugh is contagious and she is incredibly knowledgeable and witty. She and Pavlina are an indomitable team and they make me want to quit my day job and become a full-time gardener.

Davey is so charming especially when he’s smiling

I think the black iron looks MUCH better!

Mummy is going to be OVER THE MOON when she see's the improvements at LaLonde! One thought I have.... in the heat of summer you should put a covering on your kitchen patio ceiling! It would be gorgeous and help keep you all more comfortable...?? It could be either retractible OR permanent! I think it would be a huge asset.... Xx

I am a HUGE fan of Kirsty! She is so industrious and friendly!

Adding one more vote for the black on the ironwork - much more elegant looking! Love all the progress, especially in the garden.

@whatever2106

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely ❤️

Magnolia petals make great tasty canape cups. Wisteria flowers have a nutty flavour and are super pretty on spring deserts. My mother could keep us kids busy for hours painting egg whites onto violets , violas and primroses and dipping into sugar for cupcake toppings. Maria brought back a lot of memories for me! Thank you!

@jennistevenson796

2 жыл бұрын

That’s so interesting x

Daveys pondering face is the cutest 🤣🤩

The wrought iron in black looks wonderful. I'd love to see it from outside.

Happy birthday to Mummy! 🎂And a shoutout to Kirsty-- Well done! The vegetable garden is looking fantastic. Great job, garden team.💖💖💖

Maria's food always looks delicious. Can't wait till I'm well enough to visit the chateau, and explore the gardens and try the delicious food. Happy Birthday Isabelle. X

Can't wait to see Mummy and Percy. Hope they spend a long time with you at Lalande. The black railings look wonderful.

The swallows are magical. Them singing for you is just fantasying. Love it. 🥰💞🥰

Gerry is the special hero of LaLande. So nice that Mummy of the Chateau is coming back and we viewers are excited about her expression when she will arrive in her new car and see the garden courtyard, the garden and later, the woods- That is going to be something unique!

@mariahoulihan9483

2 жыл бұрын

I do hope all these reactions are filmed a the time. it will be wonderful.

@dees3179

2 жыл бұрын

And with two working eyes for the first time.

Just here to say it’s a joy seeing Kirsty in your videos! I just feel such beautiful, kind energy radiating off her. I swear she’s sunshine in human form 🤍🥲

They are called grape tomatoes where I live in Maryland. The grape ones are oblong and the cherry are round.

@carolz5090

2 жыл бұрын

👋 Hi from Rockville, outside DC.

@katelanxner6483

2 жыл бұрын

Greetings from another Maryland resident. I have not had the pleasure of meeting another Lalande fan here yet! We should get together for coffee/tea. I am in Rockville.

@reneedavenport4322

2 жыл бұрын

@@katelanxner6483 Annapolis

Kirsty is such a lovely person. Very down to earth and warm.

Who knew dahlias were edible? Davey seems a veritable library of knowledge and information. I think I am about as excited at the prospect of seeing Isabelle and Percy as Stephanie is. It seems a very long time since they were at LaLande.

I'm so excited mummy is coming back!! I cant wait to see her reaction to all the wonderful changes that have been made!! Please share her reactions with us! I hope her eyesight is still well!

The black looks much much better. I just love seeing all of the improvements and work being done. It’s incredible.

May I say, well I am, that the black painted railing is better I think, they say it's easier to blend to the background versus cream. I had a cream steel security rail put on a balcony of my ex residence, it looked good but I think black is best. 💖. The photo of you both melts my heart, it's such a beautiful photo !!!!!

Was watching a few of the Sunday at the Chateau videos earlier and was freshly reminded just how much work has been done and what remains. It is truly amazing what you and the Lalande family have accomplished. The gardens! Various rooms! Courtyard! And the food! Your ingenuity and hard work are making this centuries old building and grounds bloom in every sense of the word. Wishing all of you continued success and joy.

It's like Sith was taking her babies to the grocery store shopping for some goodies!

@mariahoulihan9483

2 жыл бұрын

I thought something similar. now.. On your left you will find Blackberries. when the humans are not looking you can steel them but when they are around its best to feign disinterest.

@christinevr7698

2 жыл бұрын

@@mariahoulihan9483 lol!

OH I rather like the black wrought iron! It would be nice to see them all done from the outside. It's only paint, if you don't like them they can always be repainted. I think it will look very stately. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ISABELLE! 🥳

@kellyhawes9293

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! It will make everything come together, the French blue shutters will look awesome.

@mariahoulihan9483

2 жыл бұрын

@@kellyhawes9293 I thought Stephanie said in an earliler blog, with the architect I think, that the shutters were going as they were out of place to the period of the facade, at least, of the chateau

AAAHHH ...... IS GERALD LEAVING YOUR BEAUTIFUL CHÂTEAU SO SOON STEPHANIE ? ? ? WE SHALL ALL MISS "SUNSHINE'S" LOVELY SENSE OF HUMOUR ~ STEPHANIE ! ! !

Davey is so wonderful. Keep him around. I wish he lived there.

The garden sure is full of food. So glad your Mummy is coming back soon.

The garden is bountiful this year! Great to see Maria incorporating the produce and flowers into daily meals. Happy Birthday to sweet Isabelle who is a very lucky girl to receive such a lovely gift. Thanks Stephanie🙏🏻❤️

YAY!! I’m so happy you are doing the balcony iron work in BLACK!!! My balcony ironwork on my home is black and it makes it soo rich looking. The compliments I get are unending!! 💜💜

Loving the garden! When I have a ton of zucchini in the summer I grate them and freeze them in portions to use for zucchini bread in the winter time.

@karlasmit7535

2 жыл бұрын

Yes that works wonderfully and with the new freezers Stephanie may have freezer space?

@jomeyer13

2 жыл бұрын

i also freeze the green peppers all chopped.

The black paint on the balcony wrought-iron looks great. Those little birds were really chattering up a storm. Isabelle is so fortunate to have you for her daughter, the car is perfect for such a lively lady. I'm anxious to have her and Percy back again. The peacock napkin rings are so elegant and look great on the wedding band china and charger plates. South Africa in in the southern hemisphere, so they're having winter right now which means they just had their shortest day a few weeks ago. Natie should know. I believe she's from the southern hemisphere too.

Love the black it look more finished off and elegant. Xxx so love seeing Gerry at the chateau. AndxI csnt wait to see Mummies face at all the changes. X

When you have a lot of different flowers in bloom at the same time sometime, you should make a flower salad! It's an unforgettable experience to eat. Just look up which all flowers are edible, and put them together to make salads for everyone. I had one once, and I've never forgotten it.

@carolinegooder7091

Жыл бұрын

We did a flower salad for a bride's party once. Shel loved it.

Hello Stéphanie, hello Jerry , Mr. Scotman ! It is so good to see you, and hope that ❤ you are doing well ? Hello Kirsty ! You have done so much work ! And you are an expert.

Sarah Raven on her podcast said that dahlia petals are delicious scattered over salad. Btw I like the black railings x. Love Simone x

@lawood-to-os

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Simone!

The peahens are adorable 🥰 The walled garden is so abundant! 🤩 The courtyard is spectacular! Happy Birthday to Isabelle 🍾 🥂 I can’t wait to see her reaction to all the progress that you’ve made since she was last there. ❤️🇨🇦

Kristy is a prize! Such a sweet smile and all kindness! No wonder the plants do so well! ❤

I just love how everything is unfolding beautifully at Lalande. It will be so exciting when your Mummy arrives. The only one left to return now is Maria, who we miss so much.

@TheBTG88

2 жыл бұрын

She has come back for a few, short visits, but she has her business to run in the UK.

Stephanie I've had a rough time caring for my mum who is 90 but when I saw Gerald a smile wrapped around my whole head. What a burst of joy at LaLande.

It was so wonderful to see Davy and Mummy!! Happy Birthday Isabelle!! You are loved from around the world and we can't wait to see you again !

Now we need a Michael Petherick reunion

Black wrought iron looks stunning.

Joyeux anniversaire chère Isabelle! So looking forward to seeing you and Percy back at the chateau, it's been so long. xxx

I love the black railings against a light wall. It feels very New Orleans , I like it painted cream as well but it needs a strong wall color to be seen!

@twobluestripes

2 жыл бұрын

Black and various shades of green make me think of New Orleans. I have never been, but that’s what we have in New Orleans Square at Disneyland on all the ironwork… teal, sage, deep forest greens…

@tango2paris

2 жыл бұрын

I've seen greenish black too, love the black...I have plans to add iron to my circa 1925 2 story stone building

Happy Birthday Isabel! 💐 The black balcony railing shows up so nicely against the green lawn and trees. looks perfect.

Black on the grilles is just right for the chateau. As Davey said, the continuity is there, very calming to the senses, over the sprawling area. Tying things together; unifying. Love the globe? locket you have on, lapis?

I love ironwork, but never even noticed the chateau had ironwork. I think the black is much more beautiful and dramatic.

The birdsong alarm was enchanting Stephanie, SO la Lande! Great to see Gerry and so sad he is leaving already but such good news that mummy and Percy will be back again next month. Happy Birthday wishes and blessings Isabelle.🎂💖 I absolutely loved the ‘bling’ of the table setting with those beautiful napkin holders and the close up views showed the beauty of the gold edging pattern on Davy’s parents’ plates. Another enjoyable video full of lovely people and happenings around the Chateau. ❤️🏰❤️

Davey is just adorable. I would never let him leave.

Such a joy to see Isabelle again! I know she can be cross sometimes, but when she smiles, she lights up the whole room and we all can't help but smile with her! The photo of you and Phillip is lovely, and will be a joyful thing to have at your desk.

I love the black railings hope you decide to do all of them that way,Dan is looking very handsome today always love seeing him

Oh a very happy birthday dearest Isabelle…….so looking forward to you being back in this magical place. God bless xx

Been paying attention to the heat and fires affecting Europe and hoping all the denizens of Lalande, including of course - the gardens, chickens, and peacocks, are staying safe and well.

Like the black railings and looking forward to seeing all the improvements

RECIPE TO DEAL WITH THE COURGETTES' PROBLEM (sorry for the caps lock) In the kitchen you talked with Maria about the tons of courgettes your vegetable garden is producing. I have a vegetable garden too and every end of June there's an invasion of courgettes: so, after frying, boiling, using them fresh in the salad or in the pasta, my mother found this recipe so you can enjoy the courgettes throughout the year and not be overwhelmed during June and July to the point of desperation. This version could be used as an appetizer or a side dish. It's really easy to do. * - * - * “ZUCCHINE IN AGRODOLCE” (Sweet and sour courgettes) Ingredients: 1 kg of courgettes (the smaller/thinner the better) 2 white onions 1 spoon of white sugar 1 spoon of table salt 400 ml of white vinegar 400 ml of corn seed oil or sunflower seed oil (not olive oil) Procedure: You cut the courgettes into small round slices around ½ cm (1/8 of an inch) and the onions into slices until they're about 2-3 cms long (1 inch long). Then you put all the ingredients into a pot and you bring them to boiling for around 5 minutes. There's no need for water, white vinegar and oil are enough. Still hot, you put everything into glass jars, and, once closed, you could boil them for 5 minutes for extra security.

Verdigis is a great colour for railings as black will peel faster in the heat as it attracts the sun more. Old French blue is also wonderful!

@lolodee3528

2 жыл бұрын

Verdigris! THERE’s a novel idea. But how will it look when the exterior is re-plastered?

@dig3671

2 жыл бұрын

@@lolodee3528 Pretty fab! Very French and old looking! Bronze paint for the windows are full of ground brass and would protect the windows similar to Chatsworth but not as costly!

Our weekly entertainment begins...❤👍

One of the things I find very very fascinating is how different the food you guys eat is from what I am used to. Even if I am not THAT far away from France and we basically use the same ingredients! Tip for using more courgettes: slice them in thin slices and fry them like you would do with potato chips. I don't think anyone would mind dipping courgette chips in various sauces during aperitif time. Eh?

@jennifercampbell7698

2 жыл бұрын

I love peeling long slices of courgettes with the potato peeler and using on sandwiches and in salads. Makes sandwiches lovely and moist.

I agree with the black railing ☺️ looks so strikingly beautiful against the landscape

What does Scotman do for a living? The gardens are coming along nicely with Kristy now taking care of them. I am sure you are missing Dan helping out in the garden, but he has his hands full with remaking of his chateau. But it is always good to see him there at your Chateau from time to time.

Love the lavender flowers in full bloom, Stephanie! There’s something whimsical about lavender flowers! One day I want to come and spend a few days at the chateau as a costumer, and get to know you lovely people! You know how to make people smile, even when they are far!🌳🌲🌿

Love the black railing.

Happiest of birthdays to our darling Mummy Isabelle! Can’t wait to see her on here again! Love the car! Good Job Stephanie!

I like the black railing, it brings royalty to the masonry work. I would also like to suggest a you tube channel when decorating the up coming bed room suites. Her taste of design is so authentic. "Kacha" I know you will enjoy watching.

@jennifercampbell7698

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a fan too of Kacha! Great ideas for some Emmaus finds perhaps!

What a wonderful video Stephanie! All topped off with the fabulous news of Mummy's birthday AND their imminent arrival!!! I can't even say in words how happy that makes me...Lord knows how you must feel! Philip your table settings are out of this world....this one with Davy's family set was so very pretty. Looking forward to next week!!! Love Sandi xx

Happy birthday Isabelle!

Hello from Canada 🇨🇦

Hurray- mummy and Percy are coming back!! She’s going to love that car. I think you need your own set of wheels Stephanie! The big red van will be handy but not glamourous enough.

@TheBTG88

2 жыл бұрын

She has a small silver Ford sedan.

@christinevr7698

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBTG88 oh, I did not realize. Thank you for telling me.

Another lovely Vlog. ❤️ I hope you are using the Courgette flowers when very fresh? They are wonderful dipped whole into beaten egg, then flour and gently fried in a combination of butter and olive oil. An Italian friend introduced me to doing this many years ago. They taste wonderful!

Lovely how u all gather around the table at the end of the day and celebrate another accomplished day at Laland. You have created a great community at the chateau. Happy Birthday to your mom! 🌸

They're Cherry Tomatoes and delicious whole in a salad !

Just love the countdown flowers!!!

Right when you announced that is was Isabelles birthday I was like CALL HER, CALL HER -- then you did, Love her!!

Davey you are right, black ties the outside to the chateau! Looks very elegant...

Gerry is such a sweet, humble and humorous man! Makes my heart happy to see him in the vlogs. Also Stephanie's mother is such a joy to watch :) can't wait to see her back!

I love when you sing Stephanie ❤️ Happy birthday Mummy 🎂

Omg very talkative birdie, love it! 🥰

Good day everyone, hope your having a wonderful weekend

Black looks more elegant, striking and eye catching.

God Bless Mummy! Happy Birthday , dear Lady!

What a joy Davey was today ❤️

I think the black railing helps the eye move to the view beyond. The black is calmer.

Another great vlog, thank you!!! 🌸

Happy birthday Isabelle! So excited to see you and Percy back at the chateau

So cute what a delightful way to wake

Looking forward to seeing Mummy and Percy coming back, it will be so nice for them to be there and to see all the new developments and also to have some of the beautiful home grown food from the garden...............Donna in Toronto

The garden is looking great you guys! Keep up the good work

What a great vlog. Thank you so Much.

The tomatoes look like: Sweet Sturdy Jo F1. You should also sow Carrots v. Eskimo which is sown in August and harvested throughout winter, leave them in the ground and harvest as and when you need them. Dahlia tubers are eaten as potatoes - what a waste. The Desiree potatoes will be due to harvest mid-July onwards.

So many wonderful things in this video! The black ironwork does look more distinctive than ivory; verdigris would also look nice. I've never tried eating Dahlias--I love Rose petals, Jasmine and Nasturtium. I think Lilacs and Violets are also edible. Phillip's table looked beautiful. Scotman's leaving again? He's only just gotten there! I'm so happy Isabelle and Percy are returning. The car is gorgeous! Loving the little Peachicks. Kirstie is doing wonders in the garden. Daniel Preston, Top Gun Digger Man! Thank you for putting a smile on my face! 🙏🏻🌷⚜️💗⚜️🌷🙏🏻

The walk through the garden was just what I needed , thanks!

I wish I could have seen the black iron railing from outside to see how it looked.

Mommy is coming back😍😍😍😍😍YESSSSSS! Steph you are amazing daughter god bless you and all the people in La Lande💞💞💞💞

Thank you for another lovely vlog. Great mixture of things , really interesting x

Mummy happiest of birthdays ❤️ Maria is an awesome chef

Lovely vlog! Love the black railing! Davy’s plates are gorgeous! Cannot wait to see Isabelle and Percy! Happy birthday Isabelle!

Thank you for making my Sunday a little better with this vlog. ❤️ Love the gardens Stephanie. Everything is just so beautiful. Any plans with the pea chicks? 🦚

Two of my favorite vegetables mashed together with butter pepper and salt are parsnips and carrots, my whole meal could just be that and nothing else.

Thank you ! My gratitude is genuine and renewed with each new video.