Baby Back Ribs made Chili’s famous. Now, it’s the baby back booths making a comeback. The iconic casual dining chain is serving up a hefty side of nostalgia this year, rolling out a retro-inspired glow-up that revives the signature red booths, colorful décor and quirky details that made Chili’s a ’90s dining institution. The nationwide … Read more
American Airlines is leaning into nostalgia as it marks its upcoming centennial, unveiling a new set of retro-inspired trading cards for passengers. Starting in early May, travelers will be able to collect the cards directly from pilots on select flights, with wider availability expected ahead of the summer travel season, the airline said in a press release. … Read more
The humble Jell-O salad and its savory ancestor, aspic, are shaking up American kitchens and even getting a glossy, fine-dining revival. Aspic originally began in medieval kitchens as a way to preserve meat using collagen-rich broths that solidified into savory jelly; it later evolved into a mid-century American status symbol, thanks to pastel Jell-O molds. But by … Read more
Theater review ART Ninety minutes with no intermission at the Music Box Theatre. Much in the way that Serge’s two best friends cannot fathom why he purchased a totally white painting for $300,000, I fail to understand the enduring popularity of the play “Art.” French writer Yasmina Reza’s 1998 whine-and-cheese comedy, which opened at the … Read more
An unusual cookbook recipe from decades ago is making waves online because it calls for pancakes fried in bacon fat to be dunked into a savory broth. The recipe, found in a community cookbook from 1975, according to a photo shared on Reddit, calls for a batter seasoned with nutmeg to be fried on a griddle greased … Read more
She parties like it’s 1899. Oregon’s Adelaide Beeman-White is winding back the clock on haute couture by dressing like she stepped out of a time machine from the late 19th century. Instead of the usual suit, the 27-year-old associate attorney wears a handmade long skirt with puffed sleeves, a feathered hat and even a parasol, … Read more
Young folks are desperately trying to reconnect with the world around them. The method many have chosen? “Dumbphones” — otherwise known as the millennial-era Blackberry. Ironically, Gen-Z is taking to social media — which isn’t even supported on a dumbphones — to spread the word. For months now, users ranging in age from mid-20s to … Read more
Stylistas are falling for this retro fabric this season. As temperatures begin to cool and wardrobes are refreshed, suede is making a smooth comeback. Straight from the runways of Gucci, Ralph Lauren and Miu Miu, this ’70s favorite is back, as couture connoisseurs are strutting in suede with skirts, dresses, jackets, boots and more. The … Read more
Back to school — and back to the future. Millennials are getting déjà vu looking at the retro school items that Gen Alpha is adding to shopping lists as they return to the classroom. This year, young students are bringing back classic school supplies that the older generation onced loved, according to Axios. The iconic … Read more
Trendsetters turning back time. Choker necklaces, a nod to the punk and goth styles of the 80s and 90s, made a splash on the Grammys’ red carpet Sunday evening, adorning the necks of Janelle Monet and Karol G, who scored a golden gramophone for Best Música Urbana Album. Most notably, Taylor Swift sported a glittering choker … Read more
How does one save money on Disney World amid soaring prices? By going back in time. An enterprising TikTokker managed to gain admission to the Orlando, Florida-based theme park for only $8 by using a “golden ticket” that was nearly 50 years old. The incredible inflation-negating hack was detailed in a TikTok video with over … Read more
Suzannah Powell already knew that the Drifter Hotel was a great place to host a party. The New Orleans-based independent musician, working under the stage name Boyfriend (her latest single “El Niño” features rap star Lil Wayne), she had performed a number of gigs at the renovated motor lodge built in 1956. So when she … Read more
Holograms, hovering cars, ubiquitous robots, video calls — they’re all an integral part of “Hello Tomorrow!” — but with a slight twist. The Apple TV+ series, starring Billy Crudup as a slick huckster selling timeshares on the moon, is set in 1950s America — yet it’s an alternate-reality version of the decade that still feels … Read more
Bathing suits have become increasingly skimpier over the years — but one woman’s vintage piece has inspired followers to want the 1950s-style swimsuit to return. TikTok user Gabrielle “Gabi” Jones often posts videos of herself wearing vintage clothing, showing off her favorite looks and quirky style. While her followers love her beautiful dresses and stylish hats, … Read more