45: Blast from the Past: Thanksgiving Celebrations Through the Decades
11/21/24 • 40 min
Join us as we explore what was on the table during the 1930's Depression Era, when creativity and resourcefulness were keys to kitchend success. Lisa shares insights from old newspaper archives, revealing some surprising Thanksgiving dishes from across the country.
Ever wondered what Thanksgiving dinner looked like in the South in the 1930s? Or how old family recipes were passed down?
Tune in to hear our interesting finds and learn how the flavors of the past shaped today’s traditions!
Keep exploring with these resources mentioned in this episode:
- The newspaper pages talked about in the episode:
- The Press Democrat – Fri, Nov 21, 1930 ·Page 10 (Santa Rosa, CA)
- The Chronicle, 1939 (Scottsburg, IN)
- Hickory Daily Record – 1935
- ChroniclingAmerica.gov
- Newspapers.com
- FamilySearch.org
- Ancestry.com
- Find My Past
- Homemade gravy (the way Ashley’s grandpa used to make it)
See the show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/45
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
Join us as we explore what was on the table during the 1930's Depression Era, when creativity and resourcefulness were keys to kitchend success. Lisa shares insights from old newspaper archives, revealing some surprising Thanksgiving dishes from across the country.
Ever wondered what Thanksgiving dinner looked like in the South in the 1930s? Or how old family recipes were passed down?
Tune in to hear our interesting finds and learn how the flavors of the past shaped today’s traditions!
Keep exploring with these resources mentioned in this episode:
- The newspaper pages talked about in the episode:
- The Press Democrat – Fri, Nov 21, 1930 ·Page 10 (Santa Rosa, CA)
- The Chronicle, 1939 (Scottsburg, IN)
- Hickory Daily Record – 1935
- ChroniclingAmerica.gov
- Newspapers.com
- FamilySearch.org
- Ancestry.com
- Find My Past
- Homemade gravy (the way Ashley’s grandpa used to make it)
See the show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/45
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
Previous Episode
44: Food as a Time Capsule: Decoding Culinary Clues in Family Photos
In this episode, we’re diving into family history with a unique twist by exploring how food can act as a time capsule, capturing memories and cultural heritage. Join us as we discuss the idea that food in family photos can reveal stories of tradition, innovation, and personal narratives shared around the dinner table.
Tune in for a discussion that blends genealogy and gastronomy, and discover how you can use food in photographs to enrich your understanding of family history.
Keep the learning going:
- Explore Your Culinary Heritage During Your Genealogy Tour
- Are You Missing Important Family History Clues in Your Old Family Photographs? - Webinar
- MyHeritage Photo suite
- Ashley’s “food” photo that brings lots of memories
- Cracking the Family Photo Code Masterclass
- Learn more about the Kodak Brownie Camera
- Our Facebook Live with MyHeritage (Nov 26, 2024 at 9 AM Eastern)
See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/44
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
Next Episode
46: Turkey Day Detox
Happy Thanksgiving! In this episode, we're tackling the age-old question: what to do with all those Thanksgiving leftovers? Turkey and stuffing, and everything in between, we'll share our favorite recipes and tips for turning your post-holiday leftovers into mouthwatering meals.
So, sit back, relax, and let us help you make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers.
Keep detoxing with these resources and websites mentioned in the episode:
- The "famous" cornbread in Episode 2: Capture Your Family Recipes Before They Fade Away
- Explore Your Culinary Heritage at Are You My Cousin?
- Homemade bone broth
- Learn how to make homemade turkey (or chicken!) gravy
- Thanksgiving Central: recipes, tips, + more for your holiday table
- Tips for Thanksgiving leftovers
- Turkey and mushroom casserole
- Easy baked taquitos
- Turkey salad sandwiches with dried cherries
- Instant Pot mashed potatoes
- Stuffing waffles
- Stuffing vs. dressing
- Stove Top Stuffing
- Serena Wolf’s stovetop stuffing with sausage, apple, and onion
- Tutorial: how to spatchcock a turkey
- Fajitas
- Mini turkey pot pies with puff pastry
- Spiced cranberry sauce
See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/46
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
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