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 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 From The Tasting...
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 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 the Tummy...
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 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 I haven’t taken a prep photo in a while, but I just had to share all these cans with...
