Retro Food and Drink Blog

What did people really cook in the 1940s–1970s? We curate & test Mid-Century recipes.

We’re here for the storytellers, home cooks, memory keepers, and anyone who loves a good tuna casserole served with a wink and a gingham tablecloth.

Lost Palm Springs

Latest Curated Collection. We test vintage Palm Springs recipes, lost restaurants, and celebrity-era classics.

✦What was Dinah Shore serving in Palm Springs?

✦Don the Beachcomber's Sweet & Sour Pork

✦The Gene Autry Hotel’s Famous Margarita

✦ Mid Century Picnic & Summer Cookouts

Retro picnic recipes • Potlucks • Vintage-inspired summer drinks • Retro cookout favorites

✦ 1960s Kellogg’s Cornflake Baked Chicken

✦ 3 Retro-Inspired Iced Drinks for Summer

✦ 8 Retro Sandwich Spreads to Try!

✦ Individual Jell-O Ribbon Dessert

Casseroles & Jello Molds

✦ Dole Pineapple & Jell-O Rings

✦ Spumoni Layered Dessert

✦ Green Bean Almondine

✦ Orange & Pineapple Jell-O Ring

✦ The Retro Summer Shop

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Framed Vintage Matchbook from Gene Autry Hotel - Free Shipping
$20.00
Shipping Included in Price. Step back in time with this vintage matchbook from the legendary Gene Autry Hotel, showcased in a 4x6 black frame. Perfect for adding a touch of retro charm to any space. 
♥ Celebrate Retro Style ♥
  • Authentic vintage matchbook from the iconic Gene Autry Hotel in Palm Springs, CA.

  • Displayed in a sleek, black 4x6 frame ready to hang or display.

  • Perfect for vintage collectors or as a unique piece vintage bar decor.

Capture the charm and nostalgia of classic Palm Springs with this distinctive artifact. This framed matchbook is not just a piece of history; it’s a conversation starter, a window into a glamorous era.

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1971 Better Homes and Gardens: Cooking for Two - Free Shipping
$16.99
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Experience the nostalgia and charm of vintage cooking with the 'Better Homes and Gardens: Cooking for Two' cookbook. Perfect for couples. (Shipping included in price.) Used Product

  • Classic cookbook featuring a variety of recipes tailored for two people.

  • Offers practical cooking tips for creating memorable meals together.

  • Includes a diverse array of menus suitable for every occasion.

Rekindle the joy of cooking together and make every meal a special occasion with these delightful recipes.

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Physical Products Return Policy

We accept returns on physical products if there is a defect or issue with the item. To initiate a return, please follow these steps:

  1. Contact us within 14 days of receiving your product.

  2. Provide a brief description of the issue along with photographs of the defect, if possible.

  3. Return the item in its original condition and packaging.

Once we receive and inspect the item, we will promptly process your return. You will receive either a replacement or a full refund, including return shipping costs no questions asked.

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8x8 Framed Vintage 7Up Coaster - Authentic Retro Decor - Free Shipping
$39.99
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Capture a nostalgic moment in time with this framed vintage 7Up coaster, perfect for adding a retro flair to your decor. Enjoy an authentic piece of advertising history from the mid-20th century, beautifully preserved and ready for display.

  • Authentic vintage 7Up coaster, dating back to the mid-20th century.

  • Beautifully framed in a warm wooden frame, ready to display.

  • Features the classic slogan 'First Against Thirst' for nostalgic appeal.

Immerse yourself in a piece of history with this vintage 7Up coaster, adding a unique touch to your decor and a conversation starter for guests.

Details

  • Authentic vintage 7UP coaster

  • Old new stock / unused vintage item

  • Framed in an 8x8 wood frame

  • Ready to display

  • Mid-century soda fountain style decor

  • One-of-a-kind display piece

Perfect For

  • Retro kitchens

  • Soda fountain decor

  • Bar carts

  • Vintage gallery walls

  • Mid-century modern spaces

  • Vintage advertising collectors

Vintage Note

Due to the age of the coaster, light signs of natural aging or discoloration may be present and are considered part of the item's vintage character. Estimated late 1950s to early 1960s

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We accept returns on physical products if there is a defect or issue with the item. To initiate a return, please follow these steps:

  1. Contact us within 14 days of receiving your product.

  2. Provide a brief description of the issue along with photographs of the defect, if possible.

  3. Return the item in its original condition and packaging.

Once we receive and inspect the item, we will promptly process your return. You will receive either a replacement or a full refund, including return shipping costs no questions asked.

Mid-Century Vintage Recipe Printable Set (Retro Binder Inserts)
$2.50
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Bring a little mid-century charm to your kitchen with this 8.5 x 11 inches vintage-inspired recipe card printable set. Designed with classic retro details, these pages are perfect for writing down your favorite recipes, organizing family favorites, or building your own nostalgic recipe binder.

Each page features a clean, easy-to-use layout with space for ingredients and instructions, along with a “From the Kitchen Of” header just like the classic recipe cards from the 1950s and 1960s.

Whether you're preserving handwritten recipes or starting a fresh collection, this set adds a timeless touch to your kitchen routine.

Perfect For

• Building a personalized recipe binder
• Organizing vintage or family recipes
• Creating a thoughtful gift for home cooks
• Adding a retro touch to your kitchen or pantry
• Pairing with your Vintage by the Bite collections

📁 What You’ll Receive

• 2 Printable Recipe Page Designs
• File Type: High-resolution JPEG files
• Size: 8.5 x 11 inches
• Resolution: 300 DPI (print quality)

🖨️ How to Use

Print at home or at your local print shop on standard letter-size paper.
For a true vintage feel, try printing on cream or textured paper and storing in a 3-ring binder.

⚠️ Important Notes

This is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped.
Colors may vary slightly depending on your screen and printer settings.

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  • Portions of this artwork may include AI-assisted elements that were modified, edited, and incorporated into an original Vintage by the Bite design.
  • No returns on digital products

✦ Vintage Soda Fountain Drinks & Classic Diner Desserts

Vintage by the sip make fizzy inspired sodas, creamy floats and frosty Ices, just like the soda fountain days.

Fizzy Drinks

Shakes & Floats

Classic milkshakes & floats blended the old-fashioned way.

For More Fizzy Drink Recipes

✦ Homemade Rum Sauce Over Strawberries & Ice Cream

✦ Easy Banana Split Cake

Features & Stories

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Browse blog roundups, Retro DIYs and a free recipe library, with over 100 archived vintage recipes to explore.

Vintage by the Decades: Featuring era-based hubs, vintage recipes, entertaining ideas, and historical content directly sourced from and associated with specific decades.

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A retro storytelling series where food, history, and mid-century life come together. The Diane Blogs

1964 - Diane Tries Kraft Box Spaghetti While America Falls for the Beatles
1969 - Date Night A Movie & Pretzel Dessert

✦ DIY Mason Jar Pour Spout

✦ Retro Record Player Stand Makeover

✦ DIY Coca-Cola Home Freezer 1950s Style

✦ DIY Atomic Table

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