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Retro Recipes from the '50s and '60s: 103 Vintage Appetizers, Dinners, and Drinks Everyone Will Love

February 29, 2024
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I just love old recipes. I have a slew of vintage cookbooks but the recipes are usually hard for me to understand. I appreciate a cookbook that takes old recipes and fleshes them out for the modern day cook. Retro Recipes from the '50s and '60s: 103 Vintage Appetizers, Dinners, and Drinks Everyone Will Love by Addie Gundry has heaps retro recipes that include appetizers, dinners, sides, soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts, and drinks. 

This cookbook not only shares some delicious retro recipes from the 1950's and 1960's but each recipes includes a detailed photo of what the end result should look like. I am a very visual person and the photos included in this retro recipe cookbook are so helpful. I also need my recipes to be as short as possible and to the point. These recipes give all that and so much more.

If you love old recipes as much as I do and you're interested in getting a copy of this retro recipe book you can score your own copy HERE.

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We're All Pretty Bizarre From 80s Tees

February 26, 2024
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Back in 1985 the late John Hughes wrote the words, “We're all pretty bizarre. Some of us are just better at hiding it, that's all.” For those of you that grew up watching The Breakfast Club (1985) it was the first movie that really showed the complexities of being a teen. Trying to figure out who you are, peer pressure, cliques, feeling like an outcast, family turmoil, and the pressures from family-all were displayed in the characters in this John Hughes movie. 

Although Hughes himself was in his thirties when he made this film, he never forgot what it was like to be a teen. He never forgot how odd we could all feel and no matter what our outsides looked liked we were all really going through the same things. 

As I have entered my 48th year I have never forgotten how weird I am. This quote from this iconic film from the 80's is a reminder that all those things that make us who we are can be seen as bizarre and that some people hide it better than others. I have never been good at lying especially to myself-so I embrace the weird and bizarre and accept that it what it is. What you see is what you get and so much more.

We are all pretty bizarre, aren't we?

**In collaboration with 80stees.com: All my opinions are my own**

That Thing You Do! (1996) Soundtrack Vinyl from Mondo

February 25, 2024

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Have you ever watched a film that you just loved and enjoyed the soundtrack to the film just as much? You can listen to a soundtrack and it can transport you right back into the movie or you can hear the music in the film and suddenly the quality of a scene is lifted to new heights. 

My record collection like my cd and cassette tape collections, all contain soundtracks. One of my favorites in the 90's was from The Last of the Mohicans (1992). I think I wore that cassette tape out. The 1990's had a lot of good movie soundtracks. That Thing You Do! (1996) was one of them. The film was set in 1964 and follows a group of friends who form a band called the Wonders who set the world of music on fire.

I recently purchased my own copy of the film soundtrack from That Thing You Do! (1996) from Mondo. Mondo has all sorts of vinyls and specializes in rare movie soundtracks which you can find HERE. When I gave this new record a listen and it is like having the Wonders singing right in your living room. Pure Magic. Are you a big fan of movie soundtracks? If so, which are your favorites?

A Vintage Nerd Amazon Storefront

February 12, 2024
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I'm taking a few steps as a blogger to not only enhance my blog and the work I have been doing for over ten years but also to build on the business side of my blog. I recently opened an Amazon Storefront on Amazon. There I have categories where you can shop from. Each category is carefully curated, true to my brand, and caters to all things that I love. 

The classic films and old Hollywood books I added to my storefront are a result of years of watching, reading, discovering, and endless trips down the rabbit hole of researching. In those two categories alone in my shop you can find endless titles of films and books-many which are hard to find or you may have never heard of before. 

I am adding to my shop frequently but know that what I add I have either worn, seen, read, or used before myself. I will never recommend a product that isn't good quality. Each time someone from my storefont shops, I will receive a small commission once the item is shipped. 

I would love for you to stop by my new Amazon Storefront. I love what I do as a blogger here on A Vintage Nerd and hope that this new endeavor will make the grade.


We Wish You A Most Excellent Christmas from 80s Tees

December 23, 2023
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It wasn't until Marlon Brando and James Dean burst onto the Hollywood scene in the 1950s, that the t-shirt became popular not only as a piece of clothing but as a sign of rebellion and masculinity.  The popularity of t-shirts grew exponentially in the 1970's and 1980's. Both women and men wore them as a symbol of their devotion to a band they loved to listen to or for the sheer casual, comfort of it all. 
I personally love to wear tees because I feel you can share some of your personality through them. Not to mention that they are comfortable-which is a must when I am putting an outfit together. At 80s Tees you can find a variety of fun tees to express yourself. They have tees dedicated to 70's and 80's films, tv shows, and music. They also have a section for those who love the 90's and the 2000's. You can find tees devoted to all your favorites movies such as, The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Back to the Future. 
80s Tees also has hard-to-find designs from films such as; Bad News Bears, Airplane, and Willy Wonka. What I love about 80s Tees is their selection. My generation spent a lot of time on the boob tube watching endless hours of cartoons, music videos, tv shows, and films. Whatever I am looking for I can find at 80s Tees. 
While spending an afternoon in the city during the holidays I couldn't help but wear my tee from 80s Tees. Nothing says Merry Christmas better than the Wyld Stallyns from Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989).
Check out 80s Tees for your next order of super, awesome t-shirts. And I wish you the most excellent Christmas!

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**In collaboration with 80stees.com: All my opinions are my own**

Retro Food: 1970's Christmas Dinner

December 22, 2023
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When most people think of vintage recipes they usually think of  the kitschy recipes from the 1950's and 1960's. I am here to tell you that the 1970's was just as wild and creative when it came to food as the decades before it. If you ever decide to recreate some retro recipes from the 1970's for your next Christmas dinner, here are some photos for inspiration.

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The Ultimate Guide to Sleepy Hollow, New York

November 20, 2023
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Last year we took our first trip to Sleepy Hollow, New York. I have been wanting to explore more of our state and we figured Sleepy Hollow was the perfection Fall season destination. Mini or day trips are easiest and most affordable for our family of five. We explored a great deal of the area and did most of the activities they have to offer. Everyone enjoyed themselves so much that we all want to go back again one day soon.

Here are some useful tips that might help you if you are planning to visit Sleepy Hollow

  • You can get a lot of your research done by checking out the website Visit Sleepy Hollow.
  • You can take a train to Sleepy Hollow or drive. The drive was easy peasy but parking around the town can be tricky because parking spaces can be very tight.
  • The town area is a lot smaller than it looks on videos. Be aware of how hilly and challenging it can be to walk around. 
  • There are many food options-best to do your research on the places you want to eat before going.
  • Book all your events way before the trip. Especially The Great Pumpkin Blaze.

Here are the places we went to and the things we did that I recommend the most:

Sleepy Hollow Street Fair 

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Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Tour 

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Headless Horseman Bridge 

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The Cube Inn 

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Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze 

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Washington Irving's Sunnyside 

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The Taco Project 

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The Armour-Stiner Octagon House

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Watching Movies on Redbox

November 13, 2023

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Redbox recently reached out to me because they heard I was a big fan of DVD Netflix. They wanted to send me a box of goodies and to enjoy watching some movies. I can't tell you how surprised I was to receive all of the things I needed to have an awesome night in front of the boob tube. They sent me a cozy blanket, some treats, a gift card, movie codes, popcorn with a popcorn container, and a cup with their logo. Everything was super cute and my kids are already clamoring on what movies we get to watch together.

Redbox is an easy and super affordable site where you can rent movies. You can rent two different ways, on-demand streaming and a physical dvd from one of their many kiosks. Being a mom of three I am always watching my wallet. I compared their prices for movie rentals to what I found on my firestick and I have to say that their prices are literally half of what you would pay in other places. I was happily surprised by this and also extremely excited because now I can watch the movies I have been looking for without worrying about high costs. 

I can't tell you how cool it is to have access to films that I have been wanting to watch without breaking the bank. That means I can watch stories unfold before my eyes worry free unless I am watching a horror movie.  Redbox will now be my go-to for movie watching galore. I hope you can check out it and if you do let me know how you liked it.

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**In collaboration with Redbox: All my opinions are my own**

 
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