Whip Up An MCM Backyard Picnic
Enjoy the last bit of summer—from your own backyard with an MCM picnic! Click the link to see how to create a stylish and tasty afternoon event that’s just a few steps beyond the patio. #atomicranch #atomicranchmagazine #midcenturymodern #midcenturystyle #midmod #midmodlife #midmodlove #summer #backyard #picnic #staycation
A Mid Century Summer Menu
Mid century summers were filled with days of playing croquet in the backyard under hot, sun-kissed skies. Kids raced by on their bikes, laughing and jingling their bike bells. Dad was at the grill, barbecuing ribs with his special sauce while mom prepared cookout favorites like homemade potato salad, lemonade, and cherry pie. Take a day to enjoy that era again this summer with this vintage backyard barbecue menu!
Mid Century Easter Dinner Menu
Easter at Grandma’s House brings back memories of aunts and uncles chatting over champagne cocktails, cousins playing hide and seek, and the smell of home cooking wafting through every room. Each dish was made from scratch, and mealtime brought everyone to the dining room where Grandma had set her good china. Why not recreate a little of that nostalgia this year? Following is a typical crowd pleasing mid century Easter menu.
A Vintage Holiday Meal
The holiday season is a time for traditions, and what better way to embrace the spirit of yesteryear than by recreating the magic of a 1950s vintage holiday meal? Join us on a journey back to a time when the kitchen was the heart of holiday festivities. Try some of these beloved 1950s recipes that are sure to make your celebration—starring the vintage holiday meal and those who join you to enjoy it—truly timeless.
A Vintage Holiday Meal
The holiday season is a time for traditions, and what better way to embrace the spirit of yesteryear than by recreating the magic of a 1950s vintage holiday meal? Join us on a journey back to a time when the kitchen was the heart of holiday festivities. Try some of these beloved 1950s recipes that are sure to make your celebration—starring the vintage holiday meal and those who join you to enjoy it—truly timeless.
Spice up Your Summer Cocktails
Summer calls for cocktails, whether sipping by the pool for a happy hour at home or for a party you’re hosting. Serve in retro or retro-inspired barware for a fresh take the cocktail, a mid century staple! Here’s a roundup of fresh summer cocktail recipes from around the web. #atomicranch #atomicranchmagazine #cocktail #recipe #summer #pool
7 Essentials For Your Mid Mod Thanksgiving Table
#Midcenturymodern #cookbooks are popular with fans of cooking, true, but also with those who love graphic design because they feature colorful illustrations and spritely graphics. Some even feature eyebrow-raising dishes like Lima Beans with Marshmallows. On second thought, maybe stick to a pumpkin chiffon pie from Betty Crocker’s Pie and Pastry Cookbook, from 1968. Find vintage cookbooks on @rubylane.com
Set The Scene For A Mid Century Modern Garden Party
For Mid Century Modern menu inspiration, use a vintage cookbook, like Betty Crocker’s Outdoor Cook Book, discovered on @rubylanecom. Whether it’s a poolside buffet, patio party or barbecue, you’ll have a themed menu perfect for the occasion. Photo: Courtesy Ruby Lane