Category: Nostalgia
Pine Nut Tassies
Another recipe from a 2003 Gourmet magazine. Instead of an appetizer, I decided to make something sweet—Pine Nut Tassies.
Spiced Nuts
I found so many worthy recipes in the December 2003 vintage Gourmet that it was hard to know where to start backing.
Almost Vintage Holidays continued…on to December!
If you recall, dear reader, I am embarking on a holiday theme entitled “Almost Vintage.” I’m scouring through my hoarded Gourmet and Martha Stewart Living magazines from the 90s, 00s and through 2022 (when MSL ceased publication). It’s been a stroll down memory lane for sure. It’s on to the December issues now. I first…
Thanksgiving Appetizers (or the Relish Tray)
For the next three posts, I’m highlighting some “relish tray” appetizers from MSL November 2021.
The Holidays (vintage style)
My new goal is to do another holiday theme for November and December. It’s been a while….
Baking Yesteryear by B. Dylan Hollis, a review
I decided to keep going with my reviews of new(ish) cookbooks. Obviously, I’m still rolling through those published in 2023. I’m not sure the featured book today made any “best of” lists, but it should have. I laughed out loud from page one. I love nostalgia and I love retro and I love a good…
100 Morning Treats by Sarah Kieffer, a review
This may be it, dear reader…this might be the very last “best of” cookbook review. Obviously, 2024 is drawing nigh. It’s been a cool ride. About the book: Named a Best Cookbook of the Year by NPR, Epicurious, Library Journal, and a Best Cookbook of Spring 2023 by Bon Appetit, Forbes, and more. From Sarah Kieffer, the beloved baker…
Sour Cream Apple Pie w/Walnut Streusel for M&M’s film, Mall Cop
While I wasn’t that impressed with Mall Cop, I was totally impressed with this apple pie. The family loved this pie, too. and I think it will become a Thanksgiving tradition.
It’s Great Pumpkin Bread, Charlie Brown!
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown for Movies & Munches, October edition.
Cutting Board Conditioner
Here’s a great homemade gift. I’m also recapping Christmases past….