Monthly Archives: February 2016

Gluttony, Greed and Gourmandizing. Goodness!

Posted on February 15, 2016 by vintagecookbookery

Mark Kurlansky has put together a wonderful book of food wisdom, collected from writers from around the world and throughout history.   “Choice Cuts”, published in 2002, is his edited collection of works about food and definitely worth reading. One … Continue reading →

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Funky, Fascinating and Funny Food Facts

Posted on February 11, 2016 by vintagecookbookery

CLICK ABOVE TO PLAY MUSIC Music – “Don’t Eat The Food That Is Sitting On Your Plate” from Teacher’s Favorites by Barry Louis Polisar. Released: 2000 In addition to the cookbooks in my collection, I have a number of what … Continue reading →

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Limpin’ Susie, Safety Plugs and God’s Kitchels

Posted on February 8, 2016 by vintagecookbookery

CLICK ABOVE TO PLAY MUSIC Music – “Bangers And Mash” from The Peter Sellers Collection by Peter Sellers And Sophia Loren. Released: 1990 Life in the culinary world is never dull. Not only is the food fascinating and fulfilling, but the … Continue reading →

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Fascinating Facts about Food and Funerals

Posted on February 3, 2016 by vintagecookbookery

CLICK ABOVE TO PLAY MUSIC Music – “Funeral Food” from Sing Me Out by Kate Campbell. Released: 2009 Food. It is omnipresent for growth and life, for nurturing the body and the soul. We feast at the occasion of births, … Continue reading →

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