by RetroRuth | Jan 15, 2016 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails
It’s Friday and it’s time for a drink! This is Turf! From The Culvert Party Encyclopedia, 1965 [cooked-sharing] I always love the cover of The Calvert Party Encyclopedia. So classy. “What does it taste like?” “It tastes like a lot of things.” The Verdict: Complicated...
by RetroRuth | Jan 8, 2016 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails
Vintage Cocktail Friday is back! After a very long hiatus, I am happy to say that Tom and I are both drinking cocktails again. Whew. It was kind of dicey there for a bit. We are also back with some great new vintage cocktail pamphlets and books. This particular one...
by RetroRuth | Feb 13, 2015 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails
This week we have a cocktail that is going to take your breath away. This is the Tummy Tightener! From Bottoms Up, 1934 [cooked-sharing] 3.2.1311 “It’s strong, but good!” “Did you just have to suck in some air when you took a drink?” “I guess that’s why it’s called...
by RetroRuth | Oct 10, 2014 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails
Who’s ready for a cocktail? This is Robert Burns! From 2-in-1 International Recipe Cards, 1977 [cooked-sharing] Call Mr. Plow, that’s my name, that name again is Mr. Plow! “How is it?” “It’s strong, but pretty good.” The Verdict: Pretty Good From The Tasting Notes...
by RetroRuth | Oct 1, 2014 | Casserole, Fish, Main Dishes
This week we are opening cans, dumping them together, adding vermouth and calling it a casserole! This is Salmon Vermouth Casserole! From 2-in-1 International Recipe Card Collection [cooked-sharing] I haven’t taken a prep photo in a while, but I just had to share...
