Hello Reader, The lunchbox shuffle is back! Keeping meals fun, balanced, and not boring can be a challenge once the school year kicks in. I’ve rounded up recipes and ideas that are packable and kid-approved, without adding more stress to your days. I share my picks with a special section featuring friends' recipes. Who knows, you might find new favorites 🎉 My picks Baked taquitos are a sure hit! Empanadas (beef handpies) are a lifesaver that can be made ahead. Leftover rice or risotto? Make...
6 days ago • 1 min read
In case you missed them, check out our latest recipes, both new and updated ✍🏻 We regularly improve older posts with more tips, images and readers' questions. You can click the orange button to get the recipe, or the link below and save it to your Pinterest boards! Or do both 😉 SALSA RANCHERA TIRAMISU BROWNIES APPLE OAT MUFFINS BLACKBERRY APPLE CRUMBLE Salsa Ranchera - Pin and save for later! Tiramisu Brownies - Pin and save for later! Blackberry Apple Crumble - Pin and save for later! Apple...
10 days ago • 1 min read
In case you missed them, check out our latest recipes 🥳You can click the orange button to get the recipe, or the link below and save it to your Pinterest boards! Or do both 😉 BLUEBERRY MARGARITA STRAWBERRY PINEAPPLE COBBLER HAMBURGER BUNS MY FAMILY'S APPLE CRUMBLE Blueberry Margarita - Pin and save for later! Strawberry Pineapple Dump Cake - Pin and save for later! Hamburger Buns - Pin and save for later! Old Fashioned Apple Crumble - Pin and save for later! If you make a recipe from the blog...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hi again Reader, Some recipes just hit the spot. Here are our most clicked and searched ones for August. They’re packed with easy steps, seasonal flavors, and just enough comfort to ease into fall or spring, depending on where you are in the world 🌎 Small Bakes & Bread Old-fashioned, simple muffins with 🥥 One of our most popular berry muffins! Quick, 3-ingredient cookies with a shortcut. Chocolate for breakfast? Bake a perfect loaf of Italian bread for toast and bruschetta. Savory and a drink...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, The blog just got a facelift! I’ve been quietly working behind the scenes to refresh Vintage Kitchen Notes, and it’s finally live 🎉 The new look keeps everything you already loved, just cleaner, better organized, and easier to navigate (especially on mobile). The entire site is faster and sleeker. The logo got a glow-up. The recipe index is more user-friendly. Everything’s still there—your favorite bakes, vintage recipes, and everyday desserts—but now it’s easier to browse,...
27 days ago • 1 min read
What went on in July Hello again Reader, July seemed longer than usual. Or was it just me? I'm knee-deep in fall and holiday content, so apples and pears will start making an appearance soon. The blog is getting a small facelift in the coming weeks! It'll have a new and easier to navigate homepage, a simpler category archive and a new logo ❤️ I'm excited for all of you to see it! This month, I published several new recipes and fully updated some posts from my first days of blogging (more than...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi again Reader, This week’s ideas are all about simple prep, bright flavors, and that magic that happens when tart citrus meets juicy fruit. A little nod to those old-fashioned bakes, with a few modern updates and some tried-and-true favorites 🎉 Juicy & zesty Sweet and juicy muffins. Old-fashioned cake that's always a crowd-pleaser. Quick and easy classic dessert. Gorgeous muffin loaf with orange and berries. Prepare a refreshing pitcher of pink lemonade! Make berry cheesecake ice cream with...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi again Reader, Last month, I asked you to tell me how you feel about baking and about this newsletter. And wow, you delivered! A massive THANK YOU to all of you who dished out their thoughts. Your feedback is gold ⭐️ From your love of cookies and vintage recipes to your not-so-secret wish that a fairy godmother do your dishes (same), the responses were honest, fun, and super helpful. Turns out, we’re all looking for the same thing: recipes that work (extra points if they're easy and don't...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi again Reader, Here are our historically most clicked and searched July recipes to enjoy the sunny, grilling season that's in full swing, or cozy up on cold days, depending on where you are in the world 🌎 Most Clicked July Recipes Pineapple cream cheese pie Blackberry muffins Fresh Cherry Dump Cake Potato bacon salad Pear Cobbler Blue Cheeseburger Zucchini Carrot Muffins Lemon Pound Cake No Knead French Bread Oreo Cheesecake Walnut Chip Oatmeal Cookies Sour Cream Cheesecake MORE SUMMER...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read