Catsup (or ketchup, as it is usually spelled these days) has a fairly definite meaning today: it is a thick, sweet sauce made from tomatoes. Before about the mid 20th century, though, and especially in the 19th century, catsup was … Continue reading →

Back in March, 1901, Good Housekeeping had an article that featured an older, experienced homemaker helping out a young, recently-married woman who was completely adrift at cooking in the home. It’s an interesting article because it highlights the differences between … Continue reading →