THANKSGIVING AT THE CHATEAU!

[@fishermann1102]

i can watch Amaury for hours. He is so well mannered and articulate and thoughtful. Good looking, of course. But it is his kindness and thoughtfulness that i like most.

[@ehpeachylove]

I totally agree and his door to keep dust at bay is amazing.

[@shirleycunningham8828]

Have you noticed how he and Nattie always sit next to each other? I sense a romance has bloomed!

[@VietQuanT]

IF the door is anything to go by , the grand salon will be amazing!!!

[@MsLinda165]

@@shirleycunningham8828 I hope it's true. Love blossoms at La Lande. They all work so hard, they deserve love and companionship.

[@shirleycunningham8828]

@@MsLinda165 they do make an attractive couple and are such good people. Lucky girl!! He is swoon worth!!! Lol

[@pennytemple-watts4083]

Hi Steph, piano teacher here. May I suggest that you wrap the grand salon piano's pedals up so they are protected from the dust? The dust will affect their mechanism. Am also hoping that you have put a big blanket under the piano tarpaulin. A bigger tarpaulin might be good or even some plastic wrapping (like the sort that mattresses come in) over the top of it all right down to the floor, ie 3 layers of protection. Pianos are awfully difficult to clean. You have to take EVERYTHING apart, fiddly and expensive and I'm sure everyone is already busy enough without needing to fix a dusty piano! Cheers, Penny xo

[@maggiecraigie8114]

Hi, not a piano teacher or player but I did think the piano needed more protection. Thanks for explaining why, cheers.

[@gerdavandesteen599]

That seems like a pretty good advise !!!

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Up!

[@PipeDreamerJacques]

Wrap the whole piano! Not just the pedals. Heavy cloth, too. And I’d go so far as to pull it as tight as possible around the bottom as well. Ruche it together and wrap it with a cord. This will help prevent dust from wafting up from underneath and still getting into the instrument. Alternatively, you could get a Mylar sheet and drape it over the piano and tape the edges to the floor. That would probably be best.

[@pennytemple-watts4083]

@@PipeDreamerJacques Excellent idea James. If it was me, I would be getting the piano movers in to take it apart and shift it into another room, but I live in a big city, not in the French countryside and am super fussy about my pianos

[@samanthabloggins1775]

For such a young man Michael is so knowledgeable about so many things!

[@sarahburton3110]

It’s clear Amoury is a hit at the château with his soft spoken voice and mild manner and obvious good looks, I hope he stays for ages 💕

[@kathsmith4924]

Amaury is a joy he’s such a craftsman perfection at its best at all he does

[@tamaliaalisjahbana9354]

It is glorious a nd I love that you have a French craftsman working on it. It integrates the program with the land where Lalande is located Like how you supported the renewal of the old village pub. It would be lovely if you could introduce us to one or two of the people in the village..

[@riomcgonigle]

Michael and Amaury and Davey are just so lovely, nice to have gentlemen around. When Michael and Stephanie are together it’s magic

[@chrismaraccini8108]

There are a lot of great men together there, Michael, Dan, Amaury, Phillip & Davey and a few I don't know their names. All of them have special talents & shine bright.

[@manita2653]

@@chrismaraccini8108 Let's not forget Oliver, Oli...he is an amazing artist among other things. I believe he did the two paintings ...one of Isabelle (in Stephanie's bedroom) and one of Stephanie...they are both outstanding!

[@eileeng2492]

I think being with Stephanie brings out the best in Michael. So glad to see Davy back and Oliver there!

[@lozinozz7567]

I love the joy on Amaury’s face when he talks about his project :)

[@Adriana_mg]

I just can’t get over the handle on the door Amaury built. So much attention to detail and care! Nice to see everyone, happy thanksgiving!

[@creative227]

And it is temporary!

[@Adriana_mg]

@@creative227 yes, true! Imagine the permanent stuff 😊

[@andrewfrench4087]

Yes he is a very clever young man - seems quite popular too !

[@noelinecumming4963]

The chapel repairs- i cannot wait to see the progress. The chapel is truly a wonder.

[@jeanburgin160]

The haircut looks great!!! AnnaLise does a great job. So exciting the Chapel is being restored!!! So beautiful.

[@suehall3298]

The chapel restorer man is so sweet can't wait for him to start 😊Amaury door brilliant he is amazing.🤗the thanks giving meal Was feast to behold.🤗 You could not make it up the water leek could not stay out of the video😂😂😂 Love Sue ❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

[@kellymyerson29]

Thank you all this is why you guys are so popular you truly are a family!!! families aren't always made up of blood

[@EmilyBoltz]

I am blown away by Amaury"s work style. The organized work shop is fantastic and the attention to detail on the door blocking the dust is amazing! What a blessing to have him there. This is going to be a stunning room when finished. 🌸💕

[@tkucey8689]

"champagne glasses are all you need for any Chateau emergency" if ever there were a quote to create merch from Stephanie, this is it! wonderful

[@rafaeltorres4728]

If you had a small room with no use, you could put some mirrors and a chair so when Annalise attended you you could have a place to do hair and beauty treatments. La Lande is a huge community and people could have beauty treatments . :)

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Thankful you chose to share your Lalande with us all. Happy everything folks xx

[@barbarawaldorf330]

Phillip shaved, he cleans up good.

[@LC-bb6jd]

Annalise is such a beautiful person.

[@patsylodge6746]

Hi everyone, I agree Annalise is a natural beauty, Dan is a lucky man, as they are both along with their adorable boys.

[@EricaMeloe]

I am new to this channel but I have been "binge" watching all the videos! They have been inspiring and a comfort to me during these times. I miss traveling the way I normally do and when I watch I can pretend I am there! A beautiful Thanksgiving feast and table. Thank you.

[@imhappy3093]

Welcome to the good addiction 😆

[@jaclynroth1440]

Every episode is my favorite until the next one comes out! I can’t get over the door Amoury made to keep out the dust! Never ceases to amaze me. Love the teamwork while cooking and laughed when I saw Dan cooking after he said he wasn’t. Haha. Dinner looked spectacular

[@icuinthelight]

Mary's special package has really made LaLande's Thanksgiving a special one!

[@elainejoyce2395]

How wonderful to have a carpenter (Amaury) so meticulous with his work I am so looking forward to seeing what he does ,he is such a lovely man

[@shannonstone2690]

La Lande really lucked out when Amaury came to stay! I just love his positivity, and especially his attention to detail! His workshop is beyond organized! Cannot wait to see the Grand Salon finished. Happy Thanksgiving!🍽🍁🦃

[@chrismaraccini8108]

It also will be nice for the restorer to use Amaury's work shop.

[@fredbear72ify]

He seems so grounded a great person to have around

[@brendapeterson1956]

Love you Philip, you add a finishing touch to everyone’s life! Mine too!

[@SylvieLaflamme]

Amaury is so wonderful! I prefer videos when we see him working because he does everything so perfectly! Thank you Amaury! God bless you.

[@dawnchorus7167]

The chapel is going to look wonderful after restoration.

[@eledatowle7128]

"I read the comments. Safety first!" Nicely done Amaury. You take great care of your tools, and your body is your best tool, so it's great that you're keeping it safe, too. That door was brilliant, with the latch working from both sides and the dust guard. Brilliant. Philip, those hedgehog cufflinks are freakin' adorable! Thanks to all of you for brightening our days!

[@mirandaandrea8215]

Yeah he’s a real sexy hunk! I’m sure he takes good care of his tools 😜💋

[@mariacanto1871]

You have such a loving disposition towards everyone that comes to the chateau you truly are a people’s person, Stephanie! One day I want to come to the chateau and spend a week as a paying costumer!

[@annettesharrock1236]

Loved every second tonight so much going on . The Chapel, the Salon. The cooking. The table. The preparation for the Thanks Giving. Michael as usual cooking to the very best that he does it looked extremely yummy. The door that Amaury was of course artisan workmanship. In all I loved watching each and everything. Merci Bien xx

[@EmmeChatterton]

As we are about to prepare Thanksgiving 2023 here in New York, it's a sweet moment to travel back in time to visit our 'friends' at Lalande and have thanksgiving dinner with you all too, it gives such a festive and merrry feeling to have a houseful of loved ones, all working together to make a wonderful meal and enjoy, there is nothing like a big gathering and I'm thankful that at least through these vlogs, I get to experience that again after several years of small little dinners.

[@maryhollenbach4966]

What a charming man to restore the chapel

[@stacykelly9962]

What a wonderful gathering of friends preparing food together and dining at a beautifully set table while eating dishes this southern cook from the Midwest in the States has not eaten. The chapel restoration has me in awe. I am the proud caretaker of my family’s Century farm ( established in 1837) . It is 278 acres of mostly woods now with no original structures, only my great grandmothers simple farmhouse that her son’s built for her with wood milled on our property. Nothing grand, as they were farmers, but the history And stories I uncovered during the years it took to clean the house of papers stacked taller than myself changed my life for the better. I never knew my father’s family until after they had all died. The area is rich in history of the early settler’s of the county and Civil war. My great grandfather was born in 1866. One year after the chapel was built. Sadly, I have never left the United States ,so having the privilege of seeing France and other Countries through you and your KZbin friends; it has been a wonderful experience and I thank you.

[@ehpeachylove]

How fabulous 😀

[@sheraaa9169]

Love that Amaury was swigging out of a can of lager 😂😂😂

[@cheriesharp234]

Lovely to hear the Chapel restorer explaining what he's going to do, it's going to glorious, but he's going to have to move in with everything he has to do. Plus I love to see the house buzzing with your friends, it's such a positive place, minus the leaks 😆 Happy Thanksgiving x

[@michellehughes1537]

Half an hour is just not long enough. I never ever get fed up watching all of you in the wonderful La Lande.

[@inthehouse1960]

The easiest way to prepare a pumpkin is to put the whole thing in the oven and slowly roast until the meat is soft, let it cool and the skin will separate on its own and the seeds will scoop out easily. And the roasting keeps all the flavor and nutrients in. Try it sometime. SO easy! Thanks for sharing this festive day. It was so fun to watch.

[@ehpeachylove]

Thank you for this suggestion. Does this work for other hard skins squashes?

[@RTCPhotoWork]

@@ehpeachylove yes

[@beverley1539]

Hiya lovlies Ontario Canada 🐝 Happy Thanksgiving to my American neighbours. Blessings

[@reneedunn7660]

Many Blessings to All. As an American, I am grateful for your vision that show how wonderful friendships are maintained. Thank you.

[@bradley2492]

Dan is also a Man of many Talents

[@beehill1]

Philips table was wonderful and didn’t he look so smart!? A true gentleman. X

[@snoopybluejeans]

He's got great flair in dressing, like Selmar. The chateau needs a few of those. Dan cleans up great as well.

[@JohnRogerMoler]

so happy to hear about your patreon account! everything is meant to be for you! i am thankful that your home and dream is paying for itself. anytime you have your heart in something, the money will ALWAYS follow! happiest holidays to you and your's!

[@lilkirsche]

Can't wait for the Chapel Restorations to start. It will look amazing. ❤️❤️ And it's a blessing that you have so many wonderful people around you Stephanie. This is everything and the greatest gift. ❤️🎁

[@moonspath1598]

Thank You all for sharing yourselves, and the smiles you've put on my face and my heart ❤

[@beautyallaroundme724]

Looks beautiful & delicious! Loved that bear sweater that Michael had on. The presents were so cute.

[@lynnoliver9423]

Oh and Amaury the room will look fantastic you have so much talent love watching you

[@AuthorKelseyChapman]

Amaury, "I read the comments." My mind immediately goes to all of us swooning over him in the comments section 😅.

[@manita2653]

I'm imagining someone closer to home will be the recipient of his attentions...if not already. It's in the air, truly. Look carefully. 💌🦚

[@denisemarle4141]

The chapel restoration is going to be amazing to see, and I'm sure Amaury is going to be very interested in watching this wonderful man at work first hand. So good to see everyone enjoying Thanksgiving together, it's not a tradition here in Australia, but good food and good friends is always a time for celebration... 🥂🦘

[@patdowney4984]

What a fantastic looking table and delicious looking food .it was so good to see some of the old team back .so pleased to see Oliver ,Michael and Dave back x x

[@marykelly9698]

My heart filled with joy when I saw the man who is going to restore the art work in the Chapel omg this is going to be a masterclass of art at its very finest ❤ mummy is right with her qoute and I'm going to remember it myself as just a few weeks ago I have been given oxegen to help me breath today im truly grateful for it ❤ its lovely to see everyone so happy at lalande all the beautiful people together having the craic there shall be a few Irish hangovers 😄 happy thanksgiving god bless all of you and all whom has moved on from lalande everyone is amazing in their own right , thank you stephaine for this volg it has always made me smile but I still miss mummy the legend 🙌 but I'm happy her and Perry are well and enjoying life together in a warmer climate , happy thanksgiving beautiful people ❤ 💕 ♥

[@brendabevacqua9617]

Wishing you good health Mary ❤️

[@AvidHistory]

It’s wonderful to see the chapel restorer is well and able to start on the chapel now. It will be beautiful when it’s restored. All the salt and pepper shaker gifts are darling…so cute. Great to see Oliver snd Davey.

[@taitweigel64]

Thanksgiving and many people to be thankful for including the marvelous chapel restorer, and your genius cousin. Seeing other friends of LaLande is also a treat. It's going to be a wonderful year with many of the projects jumping forward at once. Apartments for Gerald and Natty. What about the main floor bathroom? Wallpapered and then...... did I miss something?

[@beehill1]

They’re waiting for Selmar to return from his travels. The project was his ‘baby’ and Stephanie wanted him to be there to finish it.

[@karlasmit7535]

This is the best of vlogs with sooo many happy familiar faces. The Best!! Happy Thanksgiving.

[@twobluestripes]

They were initially waiting for Selmar, then they got busy filming for Chateau DIY and also had all the leaks. Now Selmar has left again for some time, and they are going to finish it up without him at the next chance, I believe. Because they all want that loo back!

[@michelerowes4340]

Affectionately thinking of you as I go about my day , so sweet , so joyful ,next time I prepare a turkey I will take much more care, thank you micheal . Here I think quantities !now I’ve been converted ,oh yes! I’m very old so that is an accomplishment! Thank you Phillip your love of the table is stirring my heart now I regret giving away all my table adornments ,now I shop! .thank you everyone for sharing your life . You have made my life so much richer

[@lorileenew9227]

We're grateful for all of you! Much love and happy Thanksgiving!💗

[@maryallen6334]

omg!! About to serve the main course and the ceiling leaks. I think I went past laughter. It's like seeing a play with the behind - the - stage as well, and the lighting specialists, and the wardrobe people, and the ticket collectors, etc. All at once. I love it.

[@Rosebudd1957]

fabulous fabulous vlog- how gorgeous is Michael and great to see him back at the chateau- Phillip, stunning as usual.

[@carolehanrahan]

I am so thankful for all of you at Lalande. I don't know what I would do without having your vlogs to look forward to. Life has been pretty grim here for me and you have all been like my best friends who pop in to brighten my world. Thank you all so much. You'll never know how much you mean to me.

[@trishecoole8421]

Stephanie, you can say to Michael that Heston Blumenthal and all the big restaurants use a Thermomix as they see the benefit lol It helps with the things that take a lot of time so that they can spend quality time on the other things :) I love mine too!

[@ozazure]

Dave's moustache is next level 🧔 Love it!

[@lisaakinlabi]

I was watching an older video about the chapel and I was wondering when the restore was coming - this makes me so happy. I can't wait to see all that is done.

[@TheFiown]

I heard that the 'man' is coming next week ! Might happen !

[@snoopybluejeans]

@@TheFiown - I think he needs help. Maybe he should wait till Amaury is finished the salon. It seems a daunting task for just one older gent. Warmer weather would also help. I do however think some kind of permanent heating should be installed. Best to keep the damp at bay. Are you reading this Amaury?

[@jimm8682]

Is it just me , but it Seemed like a lot of work for one person don’t you think so? Hopefully he brings other restoration artists, …….non?

[@lisaakinlabi]

@@TheFiown Seems so as it was addressed in the video.

[@lisaakinlabi]

@@snoopybluejeans Very sure since he is a professional he has it all figured out.

[@julestheagent3932]

I'm going back in the living room and make them applaud for me

[@niamhbradyhalmschlag5168]

Too busy eating to clap... The highest of compliments 😂 loved this video! Seeing everyone at the château again is so 🥰 and the table and food looked amazing! As did everyone's outfits, especially your hair Stephanie 😍 in very thankful for these vlogs 😌

[@melissad9454]

So happy Michael and Stephanie are back together! AND Davey!!! Ya!! lol

[@dianebaker5243]

Lovely Thanksgiving dinner. Thanks for sharing 👍 🥰

[@charleswalker1185]

When i was in London..a guy who had been to America took me to a pub that had turkey...it was lovely and touching...

[@annettewalter2273]

A brilliant thanksgiving day. Many of the important people in your life there, sadly your Mama and Percy couldn’t be. The table and the food looked wonderful.

[@NewEscapade]

@Sandie Luedi NewEscapade 1 minute ago (edited) Well, I noted that, too, but then I thought......... they're British, not American, and Thanksgiving isn't really a thing there, so it's not like being left out at Christmas. LaLande being multi-national, they're just wanting to observe this holiday. It's quite cute that they're doing that. Funny to think the early Americans fled Britain largely for religious freedom and were inspired by their experiences here to create this institution, and now the Brits look over and say "Hey, I like that," and participate in it.

[@tnt8092]

I also was sad to seeDan without his family, certainly makes 1 wonder?

[@annettewalter2273]

I think that Annalise would have take the boys home to bed, it would have been a late night for them.

[@christinevr7698]

@@tnt8092 I don’t think there is anything unhappy going on; Annalise did say she was getting over a cold and also little boys that age can’t wait for such a late supper… they’d have been in bed asleep by the time dinner was served I imagine. She was just being a loving mum and wife.

[@elenis.786]

@@christinevr7698 we found out later they have been living apart for months☹️

[@tinamarina8983]

Agreed, yes this is a much more elevated version of Thanksgiving! And it looks wonderful. Thankful for all of you and this channel for raising my spirits countless times over the past 20 months! ❤️

[@aly3002]

Wonderful vlog as always, thank you! Amaury, you should cover up the baby grand piano a bit more in the grand salon so no dust gets in and ruins the strings. It's my dream to have a piano like that and I know how expensive they are. :)

[@roannecampagnolo4629]

Thankful for the Chateau de la Lande family and the joy they bring into so many lives. Cheers from Canada. 🍁🍁🥂🍻❤

[@AndyMeholick]

I love this group of people! I am about to watch two weeks worth of content to fill my day with optimism.

[@einafets1962]

Dan: why am I always here for that made me crack up

[@user-qz5dq8kn4p]

Stephanie thank you so very much for inviting us all into your home for this wonderful thanksgiving I and I’m sure everyone else appreciates it as well so I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your videos and the delightful commentary I’ve learned so much watching your vids and I have to say you truly are a wonderful person inside and out so thank you for being you 🥰 and I thank everyone there as well 🥰 for all that they do there 🥰

[@helenstella2666]

Lovely.. just in time to watch before I go to bed ☺️

[@aldrindevega5113]

I'm eating my breakfast while watching this

[@luluandmeow]

Chateau Diaries always brighten up a stressful day, thank you!

[@MissCDM1979]

Phil is the Best Friend Ever!!! 😍😍

[@MariaM-yn9tl]

🥰💕Happy Thanksgiving to all our dear friends at LaLande! 🦃🍁We are all so grateful for many blessings! 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁

[@cherylmorrison3]

You are amazing Stephanie.

[@carolenooyens1189]

I love to watch your KZbin videos. I watch every day that it's on . I am so happy to see all of you together . It makes my day and feels like I am a part of it THANK YOU.

[@maylisandepoulin3235]

It’s nice to see so many people came back to Lalande for Thanksgiving!!

[@alliejones9864]

What a great bunch of people, would have been lovely to see Kat and Josie along with their dry humour. I hope someone remembered to put together a plate of food to go home to the beautiful Annalise, poorly Mums on Kid duty need to keep their strength up.

[@dianetaylor9834]

How nice to see Michael so relaxed and happy once again at Lalande! He has been sadly missed x

[@kerryharding5587]

Happy thanksgiving to all the lalanders. So enjoyed hearing French spoken and the lovely chapel restorer- he’s seems so passionate and warm. Very exciting to hear the restoration plans. 🥰🕊🌟

[@katrinatoland7553]

I love the Chapel, its just so, so beautiful. You really are blessed to have such a magnificent one 💛 in your garden XXX

[@snoopybluejeans]

It's the finest I've seen on all these chateau reno channels.

[@katrinatoland7553]

@@snoopybluejeans 💕

[@ehpeachylove]

I am in awe every time it is used for a special service. My eyes always fill with tears. I also love that Selmar uses it every morning he is there to pray before he starts his day. It’s truly beautiful and will be more so after it is restored. The gentleman who will do the work is so kind, sweet and gentle.

[@katrinatoland7553]

@@ehpeachylove 💕

[@SibaldydeMonboois]

I looove when you speak French and when others speak it too as I'm French hehe ! The chapel is absolutely gorgeous, can't wait to see it back to its former glory !

[@fionaodwyer9371]

I'm so so so excited that the restoration is about to start on the Chapel 💒 I can't wait.Looks like ye had a wonder full Thanksgiving 🍾🥂.

[@lunar5674]

Aww Tomas is so sweet being shy. ♥️

[@bradley2492]

What a Talent Amaury 👏 is

[@cathytilghman]

It is lovely to see all of you together for this day. We call it Happy Friendsgiving here in the states. Friendsgiving is a mashup of the word “friend” and “thanksgiving” that refers to a large meal among friends eaten during the Thanksgiving season. The level of formality is dependent on the participants, but the word first appeared around 2007 as an informal replacement for the holiday typically spent with family. xx

[@charlotteortiz1233]

For Thanksgiving, I made pea salad, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, a huge ham , chicken dressing, giblet gravy, macaroni pie , macaroni salad, & Cole slaw . I heard you ask how this measures up to the American Thanksgiving, we fill our plates with each item at one sitting, then we eat dessert, if our bellies have room for them . Desserts were apple pie, sweet potato pie, lemon cake , chocolate swirl cake,& pecan pie . Your celebration and the table setting was lovely. Happy Thanksgiving from SC.

[@kristadixon3272]

Count your blessings.....a great song from my childhood as well and a reminder that God is good!! Get to know Him this year!!

[@vikivictoria7343]

The thought of you and Philip as a couple makes me smile❤️

[@JLoz1852]

Happy Thanksgiving to you all from North Carolina 🦃🍽 Amaury I was wondering how Stephanie’s cousin was going to manage that paneling but now I’ve “met” you I see it will be impeccable 😂😂😂

[@fringedwellermccatintyre730]

The sight of you wearing that shirt in front of your fathers' painting - great! (13:30)

[@247crl]

Please put in a flue and un-cap the fireplace in the grand salon, it would be so beautiful.

[@carolwood9270]

There is nothing like a CUZ. I have two. We have such fun. We appreciate each other……..so much…..

[@OnlyLoveCan38]

I am so thankful to you Stephanie. I love you and the family of Lalande. Each of you remind me of how grateful I am to be alive. I once loved to entertain but then life happened. I thought I would never be able to experience the love of hospitality again but you bought the joy of life back to me. Here's to you and all of the special people who make Lalande a life restoring experience!

[@gisellenorbury2369]

Looks beautiful. We did are thanksgiving already from Canada .

[@snoopybluejeans]

Yes, we have ours at the beginning of October.

[@cassandraivers1105]

You made me smile and laugh out loud. Thank you xx

[@drusabs]

I have watched in order all the Château diaries and just finished I loved all of them. Gives me an idea of starting my own version the Château in the ghetto lol. I live in Kansas in a neighborhood that has daily gun shoots but not many people hurt, just people making noise. The rooster crowing all night long. No idea who has the rooster but you can hear him a l l n I g h t l o n g. Watching all these vlogs removes me from Kansas and makes me feel like I am visiting France. All the cheese and olives looks incredible. I can almost smell the bread fresh from the bakery or oven. All I can do is smell it gluten is my bodies enemy. One question you keep talking about clotted cream, what is it?

[@m.d.t.8389]

Oh my goodness, thanks Amaury, I thought it was a hippo too long ago when Stephanie showed the knob. She said lamb and I was like "lamb you mean hippo!" 😂😂😂