Author: Garrison Leykam
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625846916
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
Over twenty thousand miles of highways and main streets crisscross the state of Connecticut, inviting hungry travelers and locals into the more than one hundred diners that dot the roadways. Among these eateries are some of the most prized American classic diners manufactured by such legendary builders as DeRaffele, O'Mahony, Tierney and Kullman. Author Garrison Leykam hosts a road trip to Connecticut's diners, celebrating local recipes and diner lingo--order up a #81, frog sticks or a Noah's boy with Murphy carrying a wreath--as well as stories that make each diner unique. Tony's Diner in Seymour still keeps pictures of the 1955 flood to always remember the tragedy the diner overcame. Stories like these--of tragedy, triumph, sanctuary, comfort and community--fill the pages in this celebration of classic and historic diners of the Nutmeg State.
Classic Diners of Connecticut
Author: Garrison Leykam
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625846916
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
Over twenty thousand miles of highways and main streets crisscross the state of Connecticut, inviting hungry travelers and locals into the more than one hundred diners that dot the roadways. Among these eateries are some of the most prized American classic diners manufactured by such legendary builders as DeRaffele, O'Mahony, Tierney and Kullman. Author Garrison Leykam hosts a road trip to Connecticut's diners, celebrating local recipes and diner lingo--order up a #81, frog sticks or a Noah's boy with Murphy carrying a wreath--as well as stories that make each diner unique. Tony's Diner in Seymour still keeps pictures of the 1955 flood to always remember the tragedy the diner overcame. Stories like these--of tragedy, triumph, sanctuary, comfort and community--fill the pages in this celebration of classic and historic diners of the Nutmeg State.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625846916
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
Over twenty thousand miles of highways and main streets crisscross the state of Connecticut, inviting hungry travelers and locals into the more than one hundred diners that dot the roadways. Among these eateries are some of the most prized American classic diners manufactured by such legendary builders as DeRaffele, O'Mahony, Tierney and Kullman. Author Garrison Leykam hosts a road trip to Connecticut's diners, celebrating local recipes and diner lingo--order up a #81, frog sticks or a Noah's boy with Murphy carrying a wreath--as well as stories that make each diner unique. Tony's Diner in Seymour still keeps pictures of the 1955 flood to always remember the tragedy the diner overcame. Stories like these--of tragedy, triumph, sanctuary, comfort and community--fill the pages in this celebration of classic and historic diners of the Nutmeg State.
Diners of New England
Author:
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811731416
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811731416
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Connecticut's Best Dining
Author: Patricia Brooks
Publisher: de Gustibus Press
ISBN: 9780962694646
Category : Connecticut
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Publisher: de Gustibus Press
ISBN: 9780962694646
Category : Connecticut
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Lost Restaurants of Fairfield
Author: Patti Woods
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1467118036
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
The Culinary History of Fairfield, Connecticut, brims with bygone and beloved eateries and watering holes. Discover some of these lose classics, from the Sun Tavern-where George Washington enjoyed a few victuals-to the Scenario, where local celebrities always had a seat reserved at the bar. The best doughnuts in town were at the corner of Post and Beaumont at Devore's, while Art Green served up his famous chocolate cream pies at the Pie Plate. Join author Patti Woods for a generous serving of nostalgia complete with nachos from Sidetrack's, chili from Kuhn's and maybe even an ice cold beer from the Driftwood. Book jacket.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1467118036
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
The Culinary History of Fairfield, Connecticut, brims with bygone and beloved eateries and watering holes. Discover some of these lose classics, from the Sun Tavern-where George Washington enjoyed a few victuals-to the Scenario, where local celebrities always had a seat reserved at the bar. The best doughnuts in town were at the corner of Post and Beaumont at Devore's, while Art Green served up his famous chocolate cream pies at the Pie Plate. Join author Patti Woods for a generous serving of nostalgia complete with nachos from Sidetrack's, chili from Kuhn's and maybe even an ice cold beer from the Driftwood. Book jacket.
Classic Diners of New Hampshire
Author: Bruce D. Heald
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Breakfast at O'Rourke's
Author: Brian O'Rourke
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 081957595X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
From a beloved New England eatery, “recipes for some of the best diner breakfasts anywhere” plus “invaluable words of wisdom, advice, [and] local history” (Michael Stern, author of Road Food). Since 1941, O’Rourke’s Diner has been a beloved eatery and a second home to generations of Middletown families, Wesleyan students, and diners from all over the Connecticut River Valley. Capturing the magic of the diner itself—classic, hip, eclectic, and full of positive energy—Breakfast at O’Rourke’s is a trove of hearty gourmet recipes from one of Connecticut’s most beloved diners. The book features menus for twenty-three complete O’Rourke’s breakfasts and over eighty recipes, including Irish Soda Bread, Eggs Galway, Bread Pudding French Toast with Caramel Sauce, Firecracker Omelet, Breakfast Cheesecake, Pumpkin Brie Quiche, and Red Flannel Hash. Each main dish is paired with a side, baked good, and sauce—so that cooks at home can recreate their favorite O’Rourke’s brunch. Lavishly illustrated with over fifty photos from food photographer Tom Hopkins, it also includes many vegetarian options. This is a must-have cookbook for diner aficionados and food lovers everywhere.
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 081957595X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
From a beloved New England eatery, “recipes for some of the best diner breakfasts anywhere” plus “invaluable words of wisdom, advice, [and] local history” (Michael Stern, author of Road Food). Since 1941, O’Rourke’s Diner has been a beloved eatery and a second home to generations of Middletown families, Wesleyan students, and diners from all over the Connecticut River Valley. Capturing the magic of the diner itself—classic, hip, eclectic, and full of positive energy—Breakfast at O’Rourke’s is a trove of hearty gourmet recipes from one of Connecticut’s most beloved diners. The book features menus for twenty-three complete O’Rourke’s breakfasts and over eighty recipes, including Irish Soda Bread, Eggs Galway, Bread Pudding French Toast with Caramel Sauce, Firecracker Omelet, Breakfast Cheesecake, Pumpkin Brie Quiche, and Red Flannel Hash. Each main dish is paired with a side, baked good, and sauce—so that cooks at home can recreate their favorite O’Rourke’s brunch. Lavishly illustrated with over fifty photos from food photographer Tom Hopkins, it also includes many vegetarian options. This is a must-have cookbook for diner aficionados and food lovers everywhere.
Insiders' Guide® to Connecticut
Author: Eric D. Lehman
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493016180
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Insiders' Guide to Connecticut is the essential source for in-depth travel information for visitors and locals to the Nutmeg State. Written by a local (and true insider), Insiders' Guide to Connecticut offers a personal and practical perspective of the state that makes it a must-have guide for travelers as well as residents looking to rediscover their home state.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493016180
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Insiders' Guide to Connecticut is the essential source for in-depth travel information for visitors and locals to the Nutmeg State. Written by a local (and true insider), Insiders' Guide to Connecticut offers a personal and practical perspective of the state that makes it a must-have guide for travelers as well as residents looking to rediscover their home state.
American Diner Then and Now
Author: Richard Gutman
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801865367
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
This edition includes a state-by-state directory, "Where the Diners Are,listing locations for currently operating diners.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801865367
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
This edition includes a state-by-state directory, "Where the Diners Are,listing locations for currently operating diners.
Connecticut's Best Dining, 1991
Author: Patricia Brooks
Publisher: de Gustibus Press
ISBN: 9780962694608
Category : Connecticut
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Publisher: de Gustibus Press
ISBN: 9780962694608
Category : Connecticut
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
The American Diner
Author: Michael Karl Witzel
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 0760324344
Category : Diners (Restaurants)
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The rise of the American diner is the most savory of phenomenons, where classic architecture, a friendly face behind the counter, and some mean pie all combined to make these little roadside stops a treasured part of history. From the early days when Walter Scott brought his horse-drawn lunch wagons through the streets to the heyday of mass-produced chrome and neon diners in the 1950s, The American Diner offers a full blue-plate special of nostalgia for all those who loved the counter culture of these great eateries. More than 250 historical and bright colorful photographs help remind us of life before fast food, and generous helpings of classic advertisements, cool collectibles, and architectural highlights also highlight the era. Diners from coast to coast are featured, giving readers a trip to some of the best stainless-steel and neon diners that still dot the American roadways.
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 0760324344
Category : Diners (Restaurants)
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The rise of the American diner is the most savory of phenomenons, where classic architecture, a friendly face behind the counter, and some mean pie all combined to make these little roadside stops a treasured part of history. From the early days when Walter Scott brought his horse-drawn lunch wagons through the streets to the heyday of mass-produced chrome and neon diners in the 1950s, The American Diner offers a full blue-plate special of nostalgia for all those who loved the counter culture of these great eateries. More than 250 historical and bright colorful photographs help remind us of life before fast food, and generous helpings of classic advertisements, cool collectibles, and architectural highlights also highlight the era. Diners from coast to coast are featured, giving readers a trip to some of the best stainless-steel and neon diners that still dot the American roadways.