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A Lost Palm Springs Recipe from Don the Beachcomber
This Don the Beachcomber sweet and sour pork recipe from 1979 is a classic example of vintage tiki-style dining, recreated for today’s home cook.
Make The Perfect Palm Springs 1970s Margarita!
Recreate a 1970s Palm Springs margarita inspired by Gene Autry’s hotel smooth, lightly frothy, and full of old-school restaurant flavor.
Classic 1950s Diner-Style Fries Recipe
On the first Friday night of June 1957, a handful of coins was all it took six girls, a borrowed Ford, and a booth at Terry’s Diner. We shared paprika fries, passed around a pitcher of cola, and made a night out of almost nothing.
Strawberry Pretzel Dessert
On a late spring Friday in 1969, Diane agrees to a movie date that feels different from the start. There’s a motorcycle ride, a film everyone is talking about, and a strawberry pretzel dessert waiting at home that’s already set. Not every evening is meant to last forever some are simply meant to be remembered.
A Wall for Julia: Diane’s 1964 Kitchen Project
Build a Julia Child–inspired pegboard wall with this easy DIY guide. Simple materials, cheerful teal paint, and practical mid-century charm for your kitchen.
Indulge in a Creamy Spumoni Dessert
Indulge in a creamy spumoni dessert with layers of rich chocolate, cherry, and pistachio flavors. Perfect for special occasions or nostalgic treats. 60’s inspired.
Howard Johnson’s Vintage Split & Grilled Hot Dog
Bring back the golden age of roadside dining with this vintage Howard Johnson’s hot dog recipe! Split, grilled, and served in a butter toasted bun just like they did it back in the day.
Hollywood Glam for Your Retro Bar Cart: The Mary Pickford Cocktail
Shake up some silver screen sparkle with the 1920’s Mary Pickford cocktail! This flirty rum-and-pineapple drink is perfect for vintage lovers.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Sundae
Combine the nostalgia of your favorite childhood cereal with the indulgence of a classic ice cream sundae.
Southern Dinner Menu Retro TV Style
A nostalgic dining experience with six southern recipes inspired by the retro Andy Griffith TV Show and Aunt Bee’s Mayberry Cookbook. Plus Bonus Peach Tea Recipe.
Two Ways To Shop
Each shop has its own secret stash of vintage-inspired exclusives