Browse our collection of from-scratch comfort food recipes from the 1940's, 50's, 60's and 70's featuring classic mid century handwritten recipes with occasional modern updates included. Have fun with our rat-pack era cocktails for the modern mixologist. Enjoy our mid century glasses and dishes and take yourself back in time -- to the future!
Recent Additions
Check out our newest recipes, cocktails and mid century dishes and glasses!
- Fast and Easy Deviled Egg Salad Recipe with Macaroni
- Rock Hudson's Favorite Chicken Casserole Recipe
- Frank Sinatra's Favorite Gingerbread Cake Squares
- Frank Sinatra's Favorite Spicy Pumpkin Pie Recipe
- Elizabeth Taylor's Favorite Recipe -- Chasen's Chili
- Taylor Swift's Holiday Recipe for Chai Sugar Cookies
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Main Dish Recipes
These classic main dishes are as filling as they are delicious.
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Dessert Recipes
Mid century cooks created the most tempting desserts ever!
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Classic Cocktails
Drink like you mean it with these classic cocktails that stand the test of time. Explore a host of different drinks that movies and television have inspired, along with some of our personal favorites. If you're feeling like a taste of the Tropics, then check out our Tiki cocktails.
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If you're into mid century dishes and glasses, then let's talk.
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About Me
I'm Nancy and I collect vintage handwritten recipes from my family, friends, antique stores and auction sites. Let's cook some mid century classics together!
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