Can you have your cake and eat it too…

…why, yes, you can! This amazing vintage cake plate, spatula and serving dishes are the perfect way to “present” your favorite dessert to guests (or family on a random Tuesday).  Just click on the photo for more info on purchasing this 22k gold trimmed vintage set on line via the Beekman 1802 Vintage Collection.

Need some baking inspiration? Try this basic chocolate cake recipe:

INGREDIENTS:
2 cups white sugar
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9″ round pans.

In a large bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla, mix for 2 minutes on medium speed of mixer. Stir in the boiling water last. Batter will be thin. Pour evenly into the prepared pans.

Bake 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cake tests done with a toothpick. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

Use your favorite icing to top off this delicious chocolate cake and enjoy!

xo,

Jodi
The Vinge

Vintage Valentines

Just thought I would share some vintage love this Valentine’s Day! These “kissing kitties” are actually vinegar and oil containers. Just perfect for any vintage kitchen or vintage loving cook!

This precocious pair is available for sale via the Beekman 1802 Vintage Collection. Just click on the photo to be directed to the listing.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

xo,

Jodi
The Vinge

Beach Blanket Bingo….

I see visions of Annette Funicello dancing on the beach in a bathing suit like this! Made for the “Miss Hawaii” label in the 1950’s or 60’s, this retro beach fashion staple is in great shape.

This suit is available for sale at “The Vinge” on Etsy. Just click on the pic to be directed to listing. 

Va-Va-Va Versace!

Vintage Versace…need I say more? This GORGEOUS feather print blouse is in mint vintage condition. Super high fashion and made of 100% silk straight from Italy. This amazing piece from icon Gianni Versace is now available for sale on Ebay. Just click on the photo to be directed to the listing. Hurry! This one might not last for very long….

Sochi or Bust!

These two vintage ice skaters are all ready for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi! Could they beat the great American ice dancing duo of White and Davis?

These “Olympians” are available for purchase on line via the Beekman 1802 Vintage Collection. Click on the photo to be directed to the listing.

Who Needs a Shot?

Get your drink on with the “western themed” vintage shot glasses. Six total, all in great shape and ready for your next cowboy get together. (Makes me want to go to a saloon and order a shot and a beer!)

These awesome vintage pieces are available on line via the Beekman 1802 Vintage Collection. Click on the photo to be directed to the listing for more info–but remember, once they are sold, the listing will be gone.