Classic Hollywood Recipes to Keep You Warm

I am a tremendous fan of Jean Harlow -- not just her work, but the woman behind the silver screen. Her life was plagued by scandal and, in the end, tragedy. But before that, she was the kind of film star who, if she happened to meet you on the street, might invite you to that evening's barbecue. She truly wanted to make her guests feel welcome, and was known as more of a tomboy than a glamour girl to those who knew her best -- more at home in pants than in sequined dresses.

Which is perhaps why I had to try out one of her recipes, in preparation for the upcoming colder months.

Classic Cinema, Jean Harlow, Recipes, SimplicityStefanie CosmanNovember 11, 2019RecipesComment

Mae West’s Favorite Things

A perfect combination of beauty and brilliance, the name "Lucille Ball" is almost synonymous with the term "screwball." But the woman was more than just a funny redhead -- she was known to be intelligent, at times serious, and a comedic genius. And we love her for all of those things.

We aren't alone. In the book Desilu: The Story of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Desi said: "Lucy was the show. Viv, Fred and I were just props. Damn good props, but props nevertheless. P.S. I Love Lucy was never just the title."

Designer, Her Favorite Things, Lucille Ball, Perfume, Recipes, T.V. FavoritesStefanie CosmanAugust 17, 2019Mae West, Her Favorite ThingsComment

Lucille Ball’s Favorite Things

A perfect combination of beauty and brilliance, the name "Lucille Ball" is almost synonymous with the term "screwball" -- and we love her for it.

We aren't alone. Even those closest to her shared this feeling. In the book Desilu: The Story of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Desi said: "Lucy was the show. Viv, Fred and I were just props. Damn good props, but props nevertheless. P.S. I Love Lucy was never just the title."

Recipes from the Golden Age of Cinema: Jean Harlow's Cottage Meat Pie

I am a tremendous fan of Jean Harlow -- not just her work, but the woman behind the silver screen. Her life was plagued by scandal and, in the end, tragedy. But before that, she was the kind of film star who, if she happened to meet you on the street, might invite you to that evening's barbecue. She truly wanted to make her guests feel welcome, and was known as more of a tomboy than a glamour girl to those who knew her best -- more at home in pants than in sequined dresses.

Which is perhaps why I had to try out one of her recipes, in preparation for the upcoming colder months.

Classic Cinema, Jean Harlow, Recipes, SimplicityStefanie CosmanSeptember 18, 2017RecipesComment

Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Food: Spaghetti Pomodoro

She is one of the few to be on the coveted EGOT list... which means, she has won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony...

But most people know her for a little 'ole film known as Breakfast at Tiffany's.

That's right, today's recipe comes from none other than Audrey Hepburn. And based on this recipe, I think that she could add to her long list of accomplishments that she was a good cook!

Golden Age of Cinema, Recipes, SimplicityStefanie CosmanJune 12, 2017Audrey Hepburn, RecipesComment

Recipes from the Golden Age of Cinema: Elizabeth Taylor’s Curried Chicken Salad

You may know this particular actress' work if you have ever found yourself wondering how someone could divorce and remarry the same man twice (kinda romantic in an odd way, you have to admit). Or, is it possible for someone to really have violet eyes? (It is... kind of... it turns out they were such a unique shade of deep blue they really DID look purple... and they have become so iconic even a perfume is named after them).

Recipes, Summer, Classic CinemaStefanie CosmanMay 1, 2017Elizabeth Taylor, Recipes, Summer, BBQComment

Recipes from the Golden Age of Cinema: Peggy Lee's Jade Salad

Welcome to a new series in my blog..in which I attempt to recreate Classic Film Star's recipes. Even if it kills me. From Rock Hudson to Audrey Hepburn, let's try out some of their recipes together!

DIY, RecipesStefanie CosmanApril 3, 2017Peggy Lee, Recipes, Hollywood KitchensComment