Why I Love Vintage Recipe Books
My better half and I popped into a thrift store on Saturday, and I had to buy a stack of vintage recipe books. I have a weakness for old recipe books – especially from the 1950s and 1960s. It’s not...
View ArticleWhat ever happened to the Swedish Smorgasbord?
All images from Better Homes & Gardens Holiday Cook Book ©Meredith Corporation, 1959 I’ve written before about my love for vintage recipe books. I thought it would be fun to do a series of...
View ArticleThese hotdogs are happening, man!
It’s that time again, where I bring you the culinary delights of yesteryear! This week is all about “Hotdog Happenings.” Just what was happening with hotdogs in 1972? Oh, so many things! All images...
View ArticleI Know What Boys Like
…and so does Betty Crocker. Yup, I’ve been rummaging through my trusty Betty Crocker recipe card file – and thought I would share a few dishes that Betty declares “Men’s Favorites.” All images scanned...
View Article1960s Buffets: Laying it all out on the table
All images scanned from Better Homes & Gardens Best Buffets ©Meredith Publishing Company, 1963 So, do you need to feed 5 to 50 people? Not sure how to get it done? Better Homes and Gardens have...
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