The Chateau Diaries: HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

All of the Lalanders join together to create a beautiful New Year's Eve party. Each person has a different role - Marie is in charge of cocktails, Michael Potts is on entertainment, Nati and Philip are laying the table, Selmar is decorating the Grand Salon, and Ruth and I are in charge of the main course. We unite together to welcome 2021 in style!!!
The Chateau Diaries Episode 181 ✨🏰✨
Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ 🏰
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[@kittykerri]

Nick’s Marie seems like such a delightful & fun soul. I’m glad we get a bit of her again. I love the energy Michael Potts brings when he’s there as well. Such a lovely bunch of people to ring the new year in with.

[@katehobbs2008]

I admire about Stephanie that although she loves to glam up to the max, she is also quite happy to appear in scragged-up hair and unglamorous clothes. Good on her for that confidence and naturalness. 🇦🇺

[@chasethecat3839]

Scraggly up hair? Oh my lol 🤔

[@hollyssimplelife1634]

Yes that it what I love about her as well. She is a real down to earth person.

[@Mark723]

@@hollyssimplelife1634 Well said, Holly - and anyone who's tag line mentions a Simple Life is a qualified expert on such matters...

[@rsrch412]

A bit of a backhanded compliment, that, but I'm sure Stephanie will look for the good.

[@svg7335]

I totally agree!! What a wonderful person!

[@Jayrose59]

I love the look on Antoine's face when asked if he is going to enjoy going shopping at the porcelian shop. 🤣😂🤣😂

[@Jayrose59]

@@valeriethompson3584 His mother and his father are caring for him just like they do wherever he is. They all has covid tests before they came and are negative. Stephanie and Co have been in lockdown so have been hardly anywhere. They are only there on holiday and he enjoys himself there.

[@hanner7626]

@@valeriethompson3584 This is not the channel for hateful trolls. Please move on and be miserable elsewhere.

[@PrincessHarlotte]

@@valeriethompson3584 Don't assume you're ur only one that's lost a loved one or family member. Go to another channel please; it's one thing to express an opinion kindly but if you can't refrain from criticism involving a minor child (that's not yours) this isn't the channel for you. We have all been affected by the pandemic and have loved ones working on the front lines and many of us have serious health issues. Unbelievably rude!

[@PrincessHarlotte]

@@Jayrose59 Just went back and looked at her previous comments is there a way to block this user she's been really abusive and made some horribly nasty comments (over 70!) 🤦🏻‍♀️ xo

[@jamieselph2264]

Oh Michael Potts you are so charming! You add so much to these vlogs! Good to see Marie and Antoine (and the back of Nick’s head) back at LaLande! Happy New Year to all!

[@hollyssimplelife1634]

Yes he seems so interesting and not pretentious in any way. Love that he is always so open minded and understanding.

[@teresacarle294]

It is lovely to see these four residents return, esp. for these 🥂special celebrations🍾. Marie & Antoine are the sweetest, and the gentlemen add a nice touch too. We got spoiled bcos we saw so much of them earlier in the year. Hope ☄Lady Isabelle & Sir Percy☄ as well as Scotman👨‍🎨 are all happy, healthy & safe abroad. (Wishing the best for Kat Tomaz, Mandy, Hanni & other former volunteers too!) Looking forward to their return in 2021.

[@lisanewell2780]

I love it when Michael Potts is there!

[@ta3970]

The ONLY kind of Drama I want to see in the coming year, is the Fabulous Funfilled Drama from Chateau Diaries 💫🏰💫 Happy New Year to All🥂

[@nancytysor7098]

Mama Bear...Creative..2 Happy New Year to the LaLande family....Surely am delighted at all the fun and creativity that I experience on your vlog. Bless each and every one of you..Ya'll bring me so much joy and laughter. Warm regards and success in 2021.

[@squirrelswithpearls]

Happy New Year! Marie's explaining her experience @ McDonald's is hilarious - love her!

[@jmk1962]

Me too. She is so funny and so understated.

[@manupsucka]

so if a tree falls in the forest and no one is there to hear it - it really does make a sound. so happy everyone is ok.

[@christinevr7698]

Lol!!

[@riomcgonigle]

So delighted Michael Potts the two Marie’s and nati are all here, it feels like watching the originals and of course selmar and Stephanie & diesel

[@robsondog01hazel47]

When you were sat at the table polishing glasses, the likeness to Isabel was crystal clear😁

[@jitaamesuluma9730]

you really need to collect the red wood it costs a fortune to buy , and get a tree surgion to see if the rest of the tree is rescuable or if it needs to come down too , they are how ever pretty sturdy trees , collect all the wood thats only fallen because of storm , its free wood and free is my favourite price , lol

[@karenleeduffy2215]

The fallen red wood would make beautiful cutting boards and table tops?! 🤗 Yes or no? 😉

[@gaslitworldf.melissab2897]

They do use fallen wood. 😀

[@christinevr7698]

Selmar is going to have some joy milling that beautiful redwood. Looking forward to his future creations.

[@dagnyrivers5750]

Happy New Year!!! 2021 we are here🎉

[@Taliesin6]

it looked pretty rotten on the inside though.

[@christinevr7698]

I did not realize Michael was one of the Knights of Nee, until tonight. 🐴🥥

[@mlady204103]

Loved meeting organic Stephanie walking in the woods and transformed into dazzling Stephanie for the New Years Eve party. Both Stephs are lovely! All the best for Lalande in 2021!!

[@elisabethnymann6306]

What a wonderful way to start 2021! Happy New Year, dear Lalanders and dear co-followers!

[@kathleenholliday5910]

I second that! x

[@theresaromero2855]

I third that! 💗

[@moniqueorourke5034]

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[@theresaromero2855]

@@valeriethompson3584 Each one got a rapid COVID test right before getting together.

[@theresaromero2855]

@@valeriethompson3584 Valerie, go away. You obviously haven’t watched enough to know what’s been happening and how many people are newly there. No new people fir New Years, etc. Just go away.

[@lindamiller3382]

There are 30 minutes left for the premier. I am so excited to join in la Landes’ celebration. As my husband and I are quarantining, Stephanie’s party is the place to be!

[@lynnpetti3817]

Hi all

[@arowe4745]

@@valeriethompson3584 im sure you already know the workaways live there, and three families are owners of the chateau together.

[@susanbrant1339]

HAPPY NEW YEAR LALANDE FAMILY!! CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU ALL IN 2021 🌈💕🥂🥳🤙 love Sue xx

[@katieirish5765]

Oh if I could just get a slice of Michael's magnificent bread, toasted with some lovely butter...…..Mmmmm!

[@300books]

Exactly my thoughts every time I see that beautiful bread.

[@marlenesistrunk5300]

Sending Everyone A Virtual Hug❣️

[@phoenixwych]

Happy New Year to all LaLanders as well as Isabelle, Percy and Gerry...also to Kat, if you're watching...you are missed!

[@jomcgee6094]

Oh that was wonderful! I can never get enough of Michael, he makes me smile! Happy New Year LaLande team!!!!

[@chefMags]

We love you! Good bless you all. Thank you for lifting our spirits.

[@TatyanaValdaBelindaHill]

I love when Michael Potts is back at the château - especially when he is in his sweety mood! It would be lovely to have Isabelle and Hanni back soon. And it was nice that Hash (sp?) visited; he seems so kind. 😺... (You are still 1st favorite though Selmar darling. ❤️)

[@denisemarle4141]

Oh how I would like to be a fly on the wall at this party! Everyone looks wonderful and Michael wearing his trademark hair... looking like he just put his finger in the light socket... love it! Happy New Year! 🏰🥂🦘

[@Mark723]

So right! That gorgeous bedhead on that scrumptious man!

[@Motherhubbard170]

I was SO hoping we'd get another dance routine from Philip and Selmar I've kept the episode with the dance routine , Stephanie I'm sure you could master Philips dance and wear that tassel dress from the show you were in a while ago

[@patdowney4984]

Wish you all a happy ,healthy ,and prosperous new year x 2021

[@brennanmartinez3723]

Does anyone know what the blurring out is about in the intro?

[@joshspeed7794]

If I had to guess it may have to do with projects being filmed or considered by the BBC film crew for a show Stephanie is participating in.

[@twotanks6427]

Seems strange watching the normal intro after the advent series. Happy New Year to everyone!

[@susandewolfe4876]

That's so funny you said that I thought it was on the wrong blog. I thought it was last year's

[@jf1a8x1]

Yes it did! I had to double check to see I was on the right video!

[@breakfastattiffanys741]

Does anyone know why there was a blurry oval in the intro?

[@charleswalker1185]

I just smile all the way thru these

[@melissamohr8985]

Agreed!!!!! I was grinning ear to ear watching this. Happy New Year, Charles

[@janemadej8608]

I love how Marie say’s every flower is her favourite 😆🥰

[@UDUMBARA_Helsinki]

It is fantastic that Limoges still manufactures porcelain in France! Sadly, all the Northern European brand have relocated their production to Asia. The craftsmanship of the manufacture of ceramics is lost. It is very short-sighted; Hurrah to France! Happy New Year to you all, and thank you for your entertainment. It is wonderful to follow your Lalande restorations. Happy to be able to contribute little as a Patreon.

[@twobluestripes]

I love this bit about the glasses sanding; I think I’m a bit more like Stephanie and Phillip and would be excited to open them up and start sanding them

[@donnastevenson6700]

Happy New Year dear Lalander’s

[@hatshepsut8329]

Stephanie sure does clean up good! HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL at the chateau and out there in KZbin land! Cheers 🥂!

[@metropcs7560]

Have a blessed year!!! Everyone!!!

[@johnwilson1163]

Happy New Year to you all I hope 2021 will be a good one. Also for Mummy & Percy.

[@cliffhorman6846]

It has been a joy being transported to La Lande away from the worlds pain. I enjoyed all the preparations for the dinner and party. But I absolutely loved the filming of the stream.. so enchanting.

[@rankinstudios5342]

Stephanie, that dress was meant for you. Stunning! All the ladies look great. I would like to see more of Ruth when she is there. Maybe she is camera shy... HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone!!!

[@300books]

Now, Stephanie, this is my kind of video! There's lots of fun, class, culture, playful teasing, lessons in glassware, friendly banter, and no vulgarity. Keep those coming in 2021. Happy new year everyone at Lalande.

[@eileeng2492]

I love all the blogs. People being themselves. As a therapist, it's rare to see people taking a risk at showing all sides of themselves. Nevertheless, I so appreciate which ones you enjoy the most!

[@843543574]

Thank you Chateau Diaries for bringing a bright and joyful escape to a dark year. Here's to 2021 may it bring you all good health and much happiness.

[@janicew9]

I didn't realize how much I loved the regular vlog opening until I heard the first few notes of this video! Brought me back to when I found your channel in Feb of 2020 :)

[@taitweigel64]

Happy New Year to all of you creative and bright people who have been so generous with viewers.

[@marlenesistrunk5300]

Today is History Tomorrow’s a Mystery 2020. 2021

[@sarahburton3110]

Yes and today is a gift- the present. Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery and today I a gift- the present !!! I love that 🙏🏻💖

[@marlenesistrunk5300]

@@sarahburton3110 correct

[@jacquelinearcher1158]

And today is a gift which is why it’s called “the present ..”

[@yummboy2]

Happy New Year to all LaLanders everywhere!

[@jmk1962]

Many Happy returns. Here's to a better year for all of us.

[@lovereikiASMR222]

I've watched this one at least 3 times and every time I love it even more than the last time! xx

[@izzy1563]

Liked Michael’s rendition of Monty Python. Nice glassware.

[@mindakahn9964]

I agree with Marie. McDonald’s is terrrible. (Rolled R’s). Have a great new year and as always stay safe and healthy.

[@lisaglynn3121]

🥳 Happy New Year 🎉 Everyone 🎊

[@Randy8923]

Enjoyed. You all look beautiful! Love the glasses and the vase Marie bought. The party room looks like a fantasy dance club so elegantly lit. Have a great time! Happy New Year and love to all ❤

[@debrastrange6241]

You might consider leaving some of those fallen trees as long poles for the old boat house restoration, if you can drag them to the wood shed. It looks like you will still have more than enough wood to cut for firewood. Happy New Year and thanks for making this strange year not a complete loss.

[@kimphilpin1062]

May the new year bring you all love wealth, and happiness. X

[@pamyh.37]

Oh the trauma for poor Marie!!! Having to eat the food like substance known as McDonald's! That was hilarious.... Happy New Year to all. Tonight's post showed me how much I had grown accustomed to the advent posts each day and how much I had missed you all since then. Here's to positivity in '21 🤞

[@breakfastattiffanys741]

She secretly loved it, otherwise why eat it? 😂😉

[@pamyh.37]

@@breakfastattiffanys741 maybe because Marie is polite? Or maybe, as you suggest, she enjoyed it. Can't imagine why, though.

[@christophemeathrel508]

Bacon wrapped around a sausage, would this be known as pigs in blankets. HAPPY NEW YEAR La LANDE lovers, think COVID, stay safe forever, remember those you love depend on your actions. 💋🍷🇫🇷🎭💝💝

[@Sparrowdean]

Yes, pigs in blankets are either sausages wrapped in pastry or wrapped in bacon.

[@lawrencebaker2318]

In the Midwest USA, pigs in a blanket are hot dogs or sausages wrapped in crescent roll dough.

[@debshaw680]

Where I’m from that is sausage and rice wrapped in cabbage leaves and baked. Disgusting stuff.

[@itsmebius8092]

To me it would be a dream to spend the holiday season at Laland.I cant think of anything or anyone more festive than Laland and people there .Just pure joy to watch it! :)

[@AvaT42]

That was wonderful!!❣️ nothing like watching Stephanie and the gang in the Chateau for New Years!! Wishing everyone a healthy happy new year❣️🥳🎉🥂❣️

[@marjoriesterling8137]

Love when Michael Potts is in Wishing everyone a Happy New Year

[@chantalpinsonneault1299]

Stephanie you are truly magical and attract people who are the same. Thank you for bringing us joy throughout the year and may 2021 bring you health, love and cash!

[@msb5775]

Antoine looks just like his mom

[@laurenl5843]

Well this has certainly made my new years eve eventful. Thank you Stephanie for including us in on the celebration! Happy healthy new year to all! 😁💜🎉🇨🇦

[@saralewis3269]

Oh man, the carved spoons that could be made out of the fallen redwood!

[@kathyrogers1703]

Thank you for helping make this difficult year a very enjoyable escape! Have a Happy New Year!

[@sillybeeful]

Katy, I want to wish you all the very best for 2022 and I hope 2021 was alright for you and those that you love.

[@karenleeduffy2215]

Happy And Healthy New Year to all at Chateau LaLande! And thank you so much for making entertainment that lets us escape whatever is going on in our own little worlds inside of this big world of chaos. I appreciate all of you and the talents that you all have shared with all of us. ♥️🎉🍾🥂🙏🏼

[@wyldchild346]

Stephanie I have 5 wooded acres and a wind storm in the fall of 2015 took out over 75 tall pine trees all missing my home and other structures. It took 5 hours and two chainsaw to cut thru my driveway of 80 feet. I AM STILL CUTTING AND CLEARING. I want to THANK YOU for all your love and entertainment from the political corrupt USA.

[@perkissluv]

Happy New year to all and may 2021 be filled with adventures and above all health 🥳❤️🥂🙏🏻

[@jomeyer13]

i do love marie's impishness/ and honesty. Love the color of her flowers.

[@MissCDM1979]

In Belgium, your norwegian stew-soup is called 'waterzooi'!!

[@vanessaisom8620]

Thank you all for the enjoyment you give everyone with these vlogs. Your different characters, strengths, talents, and nationalities, teach and inspire us every week. Happy New Year to you all!

[@andreagoodman1636]

I love how Philip is so into table settings! 👍🏼👍🏼💗

[@robinchurch5658]

Wishing all the LaLanders (both residents and watchers) a wonder FULL 2021. True confession: I tried to join the live chat last night, but even though I can do the Charleston, I can’t watch the goings on and comment at the same time🤪

[@anuhjarpe1812]

Stephanie i just love you!!!🇸🇪💝😘

[@janebentley5521]

Love the new glasses. What a gorgeous addition to the New Years table. I’m envious of your New Years celebration. Your so lucky to have so many talented people in your household. Happy New Year from Canada!

[@Mark723]

Philip is truly a glass polisher extraordinaire!

[@clyde7911]

@@Mark723 b

[@ruthcarter8895]

Happy New Year, Lalande!

[@vickycaldwell9303]

Thanks to all at the Chateau! What a wonderful time together! See you all next year! Cant Wait!

[@sharynhughes1061]

THANKU!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!!

[@mariezumwalt893]

As always, glasses are exquisite! Thank you Stephanie and Philip

[@marcust4238]

Happy Wishes to ALL!

[@NewEscapade]

What a lovely scene with the rushing stream and the green moss.

[@lindabullock6159]

I just love you all so much! You really made 2020 bearable. You, Stephanie, your 2 Michaels, Nick, Selmar and everyone else that joined you, made my life so much richer!. HAPPY NEW YEAR! from Linda in North Carolina, US. 🥰

[@dawngough1133]

To Gerry and all La Landers. Did anyone see the the Hogmany drone show over Ediburgh? Exquisitely beautiful, poignant and emotional.

[@livingthegoodlifechannel]

The only good point about the fallen trees is that you will have lots of firewood to use in the fireplaces this winter. Maybe you will be a little warmer?

[@lynbf691]

I love seeing Michael Potts! He has great personality for the vlog! BTW, with all the aprons you received, I only see Marie using it.

[@bonniebeingbonnie001]

Love your Vlogs. Wonderful seeing Michael at the Chateau more. Happy Holidays. #TheChateauDiaries #Replay #ChateauLife #ChateauBeauty #BestVlogs

[@jeanburgin160]

Those glasses are beautiful!!! Goodness, that was a big tree. You must have had strong winds? Love the sound of the rushing water!!! Can't wait until the lake comes back!!!

[@bloomsproutcottage]

Happy New Year!!🥂. Marie made me laugh so hard. She is so funny! “They made me order food from the car”. 😺🤣😂

[@valerialamberti9037]

Ohh Michel is an amazing men! Happy new year!

[@kaydonahue]

My college friends Italian grandmother put cheese and ham in holiday bread. My mother, who left us yesterday at 98yrs10months 10 days, made homemade bread with fresh butter, and homemade wine jelly one Holiday.

[@chasethecat3839]

I'm so sorry to read you lost your mom. Prayers for you and those who loved her.

[@jmk1962]

So sorry for the loss of your mum. xx

[@PeterPaul175]

Marie’s Norwegian Labskaus is the origin of the Scouse, the meat stew that gives Liverpool Scousers their name.

[@carolweaver3269]

Have the very best of the New year! May you all be safe and healthy and full of joy and love. Thank you for al making my life so much more livable. Look forward to having time with you all. Love having so many friends/family from around the world!.

[@stinki97128]

Tell Michael to take the plunge. I make about 8 different versions of sourdough bread all delicious. Happy New Year LaLanders!

[@tydanum]

Happy New Year to all 🥂🥂

[@Timhey0912]

It is all very beautiful. But my favorite was the rushing stream, I loved it!!

[@antioxidantsforyou3500]

Hi Stephanie, I know this comment on your vlog is over a year late! But we have just watched your vlog (which we missed as we did not start watching your vlogs till towards the end of January!) and with the way you are going to cook the turkey crown for New Year. Because there are normally just myself, Nick and our son, Mark for Christmas Lunch we have had a turkey crown for the last few years from M&S and they are sooo 'moist' and tender, it comes with a chestnut stuffing. We add pork and sage stuffing balls and chipolata sausages round the turkey crown in the roasting tin. No wastage and afterwards we have turkey cold and I make a Turkey Cacciatora with Penne pasta, tomatoes, herbs etc etc., which has become a tradition. I prepare the crown the same way as you did and just make sure it is constantly being basted during cooking. So I am sure yours will have been greatly enjoyed too as has your vlog as usual! Good to see Marie, is she going to start her Success Stories vlogs again soon? Very best wishes Christina and Nick Findell Crediton, Devon UK

[@sharong8511]

The more I see of Michael Potts, the more I fall in love with him. Tall, dark, handsome and makes sourdough bread? Be still, my beating heart! 💓

[@DavidSmith-vp4by]

Happy, Healthy & Safe New Years to you all..from Eureka Springs, Arkansas...Yasmine😃

[@dianairvine329]

Happy New year Stephanie and all at Lalande.xxx

[@thebantugirl]

That was beautiful. Happy New Year Everyone 🍾🥂🎊

[@joycegrant9439]

Happy new year from Dumfries Scotland 🥂

[@JohannaVeerenhuis]

Dear Stephanie and ALL Lalanders, I have been with you for way over a year now and I’m soooo happy for that. Happy, Happy 2021!! I love and appreciate you all more than I can say. Much love from The Netherlands, Johanna. 💛💕💝💕💛

[@jessicathespy]

Happy new year lalande!!!

[@kimcleminson8200]

Happy new year to Stephanie and all the Lalanders can’t wait for all your new adventures this year ! Xxx

[@susanwoodward7485]

Stephanie, you are looking tired - do take time for yourself. Marvelous content as usual

[@Frenchcountryfriends]

I love this channel!!!! Happy New Year to all of you!