Happy Pokémon Day! February 27th is the anniversary of the first two Pokémon games’ release in Japan, and it’s a minor holiday in my house...

A recipe straight from the mid 20th century with a long, long history. Although American Girl has snipped Maryellen's Christmas...

Keeping British kids fighting fit during World War II! I feel like September has always been a really rough month for the blog. I...

A temporary exhibit that really brings you a sweet taste of history! Last post, I mentioned an exhibit at the National Archives tha...

And perfect for a picnic! It’s cherry blossom season in Washington, which means hordes of tourists flocking to the Tidal Basin to v...

Homemade bread made easy! If there’s a baked good to enjoy on St. Patrick’s Day, it’s definitely traditional Irish soda bread. I sh...

Just like Mrs. Mitchell used to make… more or less! I really can’t gush enough about how hungry I was reading Nanea’s books. It see...

Bringing you a taste of history in your teacup! Last year I picked up a neat little treat from Mount Vernon, and then promptly neve...

A full course breakfast fit for any Turn of the Century enthusiast! My fiancée was teasing me the other day about how I secretly want...

Kicking off Year Five with a treat! Hard to believe it’s really been four years, hasn’t it? I know it is for me! When I first started...

A World War II era favorite with a tropical twist! Everyone, meet Nanea Mitchell! She’s American Girl’s newest historical character...

The perfect no fuss snack for a hot summer day! I’ve been sitting on this post for almost a whole year, which is both embarrassing ...

Proof that historical bakers didn't mess around! You know who has two thumbs and is glad the semester's over? This gal. I...

Featuring interesting animals and lots of good food! Whew, finally got this post out there. As you guys know, I'm dating a love...

A presidential family favorite! Love him or hate him, there's no question that Teddy Roosevelt was probably the most influential ...

The perfect light meal, any time of year! I really enjoy tea, both the drink and the semi formal meal by the same name. Living in the...

Also known - as per Lottie LaBouff - as Tiana's Man Catching Beignets. I've always been intensely intimidated when it comes t...

The 70's health food craze that's turned into a difficult sell in my house! When I was a kid, one of my favorite picture bo...

Be careful not to break your teeth! As some of you may know, I'm going to be uprooting my life and moving to get a Master's...

Or: Gwen visited the National WWII Museum and Never Wanted to Leave! Happy VE Day! Have I got a post for you. Brace yourselves, guy...