Crispy, cheesy, and straight out of 1979 Palm Springs, this retro deep-fried mozzarella recipe was inspired by Dinah Shore’s entertaining era. We tested this vintage appetizer recipe, added a few modern kitchen tips, and discovered the secret to getting that perfect crispy coating without the cheese melting everywhere. Perfect for cocktail parties, game nights, and nostalgic retro entertaining.

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.

Recreate a 1970s Palm Springs margarita inspired by Gene Autry’s hotel smooth, lightly frothy, and full of old-school restaurant flavor.