OLD-FASHIONED BAKING, DESSERTS & A LITTLE SAVORY
Classic cakes, breads, desserts, and some savory dishes, highlighting vintage favorites for today's kitchens.

Old-fashioned comfort!
Vintage Cookies
Recipes that are worth making and stand the test of time. From lemon shortbread to linzer cookies, they're pure nostalgia.
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I'm Paula, and I create simple recipes to make baking fun and less daunting. I'm mostly self-taught, which means I made all the mistakes and now have tips and tricks to share with you.
MODERN VINTAGE
Old-fashioned classics and favorites with a twist for today's kitchens. Mash-ups of popular vintage recipes.
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SEMOLINA BREAD
"Excellent recipe! Worked perfectly the first try." - Libby

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STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM
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Inspired by my heritage (Latin, Italian and Irish) and family traditions.