Discover a fascinating glimpse into 1930s culinary culture with this vintage "Thought for FOOD" recipe booklet, issued weekly by The Kroger Grocery & Baking Co. Dated August 21, 1939, this charming piece of ephemera focuses entirely on sandwiches, proclaiming they "GO PLACES" with delightful period imagery of a couple enjoying a picnic. It features detailed instructions for hearty Depression-era meals such as "Wiener and Egg Sandwiches for a Crowd," designed to yield approximately 30 servings, and offers insights into the ingredients and cooking methods popular during the late 1930s.
This two-page publication also includes a column by Jean Allen offering tips on sandwich preparation and presentation, alongside additional recipes like "Minced Lamb Sandwich," "Apricot Tea Sandwiches for a Party," "Watercress-Cheese Sandwiches," and a "Mystery Sandwich." A "Reception Punch" recipe completes the collection, perfect for a vintage gathering. This historical document provides a unique window into American home economics and the marketing strategies of a major grocery chain during a significant decade, making it a wonderful collectible for food history enthusiasts, vintage advertising collectors, and Kroger brand memorabilia seekers.