Love the fact that Warhol showed his work at a restaurant. Just goes to show that everyone start somewhere. His mother's calligraphy fits perfectly with his illustrations. Thanks Jolene!
And they even sold some of his prints behind the counter at Serendipty 3 for $12 in the 1950’s! I agree, Vicki, I find it inspirational. His Mother’s calligraphy is the perfect touch, hadn’t realized she had done it, assumed it was Andy.
I bingewatched old episodes of "What's My Line", and Dorothy Kilgallen was likely the brightest of the bunch (although "most likeable" probably went to Arlene Francis) Yeah, don't see Kilgallen as the domestic type, and good for her-- not easy in the Fifties. I'm confused though: Did she write the recipe, or is this what Frankfurt thought she would have written? On a totally different note, I just made pastry cream for a fruit tart. Coincidence or....(Twilight Zone theme) ?
What a gem & gem & gem some more. I found it a bit much to take my eyes off of Dorothy's Gateau of Marzipan....stunning. Thanks for sharing - and enjoy that croissant affair - I was just walking through Seattle's Chinatown and was surprised at how they'd even become a thing at the modern Asian bakeries, very cool.
I am coveting this cookbook. I had no idea it existed. Thank you for giving it some well-deserved attention here. I wonder where the originals are now...
Thank you, Dominica! I wonder the same, I’m going to do a little (online) digging at the Warhol museum in Pittsburgh. I’d also love to know where the prints the owners of Serendipity 3 were selling for 12 bucks apiece behind the counter to help Andy out in the mid-50’s are!
The chicken narrates the recipes: “I want you to see this. Then you’ll know everything. It’s a cookbook,” he says and opens to some recipes, with color photos. “I want to prepare you, very much.” This isn’t just about getting me hot till my juices run clear, and then a little rest. There’s pulling, jerking, stuffing, trussing. Fifty preparations. He promises we’ll start out slow, with wine and a good oiling . . . Holy crap. “I will control everything that happens here,” he says. “You can leave anytime, but as long as you stay, you’re my ingredient.” I’ll be transformed from a raw, organic bird into something—what? Something delicious.
"Wild Raspberries" looks like a cookbook to savor even if one never cooksxasingle recipe from it. And looking at Le Stan now, before I've had my breakfast, is making me salivate. I don't even usually like donuts (except plain ones) and I rarely eat croissants. What's happening to me?
Thank you for introducing me to the wonderful world of Warhol-as-cookbook-illustrator! I love "Wild Raspberries"--I just wish I could buy it for less than $200!
My Warhol obsession continues, Jillian! It’s $200 for all 7 books, but I’ve seen the set for less (and more!) online, I always like to link to the publisher’s edition. I wonder if Warhol kept Notebooks (self-interestedly plants seed) 😂
Oooo! I know he kept a diary and scrapbooks (I think). Now, that would be a very fun Noted post to write. I've also wondered if we could think of some of his videos as a form of note taking. All of which is to say: consider the seed planted!
I definitely see the videos as a form of visual note taking— I’m thinking the Polaroids, too, Jillian — this would be so great. Let me know if I can help in any way!
The illustrations from Wild Strawberries are just delightful, as is your commentary, Jolene! Thanks for opening up a new window into Warhol’s imaginative food artistry. Now I want to possess the entire Taschen series--and make a marzipan cake too!
Love this so much! Thanks Jolene!
Claire! Counting down the days till May 4th when your book arrives! Hope you’re well and thank you :) ps - the apron is still ‘in transit’ 🙄😂
Love the fact that Warhol showed his work at a restaurant. Just goes to show that everyone start somewhere. His mother's calligraphy fits perfectly with his illustrations. Thanks Jolene!
And they even sold some of his prints behind the counter at Serendipty 3 for $12 in the 1950’s! I agree, Vicki, I find it inspirational. His Mother’s calligraphy is the perfect touch, hadn’t realized she had done it, assumed it was Andy.
Wow! Wonder how many of those prints are tucked away somewhere.
I’ve thought about that myself!
A mother and child cooking and art collaboration! And the A & P playing a cameo role! Honestly, what’s not to love about this project?
(NB: I was a checker at the A & P in high school so I may be biased)
Love the A & P bias. Amie! 😂
So fun to discover these imaginary Warhol cookbooks and absolutely loved collaborating with you on the Cronut®️ 🤗🥐🍩
Thank you so much, Sabrina, my pleasure, love your newsletter! 🤗
The illustrations of this cookbook are amazing!
I love them too, Julia!
I bingewatched old episodes of "What's My Line", and Dorothy Kilgallen was likely the brightest of the bunch (although "most likeable" probably went to Arlene Francis) Yeah, don't see Kilgallen as the domestic type, and good for her-- not easy in the Fifties. I'm confused though: Did she write the recipe, or is this what Frankfurt thought she would have written? On a totally different note, I just made pastry cream for a fruit tart. Coincidence or....(Twilight Zone theme) ?
What fun to bingewatch! No, Suzie Frankfurt wrote all the ‘recipes’ :) ahh, fruit tart and pastry cream…(Twilight Zone 🎶 )
A great trio--Food, History, and personal profiles. many thanks!
Thank you, Linda!
What a gem & gem & gem some more. I found it a bit much to take my eyes off of Dorothy's Gateau of Marzipan....stunning. Thanks for sharing - and enjoy that croissant affair - I was just walking through Seattle's Chinatown and was surprised at how they'd even become a thing at the modern Asian bakeries, very cool.
Thanks, Jess! I love Warhol’s illustrations so much! Omg, a version of Cronut ®️ is everywhere! 😱😂
I am coveting this cookbook. I had no idea it existed. Thank you for giving it some well-deserved attention here. I wonder where the originals are now...
Thank you, Dominica! I wonder the same, I’m going to do a little (online) digging at the Warhol museum in Pittsburgh. I’d also love to know where the prints the owners of Serendipity 3 were selling for 12 bucks apiece behind the counter to help Andy out in the mid-50’s are!
This is great. A friend and I found a copy of "Fifty Shades of Chicken" in a little lending library. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/224997/fifty-shades-of-chicken-by-fl-fowler/
The chicken narrates the recipes: “I want you to see this. Then you’ll know everything. It’s a cookbook,” he says and opens to some recipes, with color photos. “I want to prepare you, very much.” This isn’t just about getting me hot till my juices run clear, and then a little rest. There’s pulling, jerking, stuffing, trussing. Fifty preparations. He promises we’ll start out slow, with wine and a good oiling . . . Holy crap. “I will control everything that happens here,” he says. “You can leave anytime, but as long as you stay, you’re my ingredient.” I’ll be transformed from a raw, organic bird into something—what? Something delicious.
I’m ordering this! 🤣 🐓 Thanks, Elizabeth, we need a catch-up — Saw the Parade link, wonderful!
"Wild Raspberries" looks like a cookbook to savor even if one never cooksxasingle recipe from it. And looking at Le Stan now, before I've had my breakfast, is making me salivate. I don't even usually like donuts (except plain ones) and I rarely eat croissants. What's happening to me?
😂 The allure of ‘Le Stan’, Elizabeth! And you’re right about Wild Raspberries — it’s really an art book disguised as a very clever and fun cookbook.
Oh my goodness! Jolene! This is a delight and a wonderful discovery!!!! Love you, Jamie
His illustrations remind me of your work, Jamie — playful and with wonderful colors ❤️
Oh, Jolene! You are too kind! xo
Thank you for introducing me to the wonderful world of Warhol-as-cookbook-illustrator! I love "Wild Raspberries"--I just wish I could buy it for less than $200!
My Warhol obsession continues, Jillian! It’s $200 for all 7 books, but I’ve seen the set for less (and more!) online, I always like to link to the publisher’s edition. I wonder if Warhol kept Notebooks (self-interestedly plants seed) 😂
Oooo! I know he kept a diary and scrapbooks (I think). Now, that would be a very fun Noted post to write. I've also wondered if we could think of some of his videos as a form of note taking. All of which is to say: consider the seed planted!
I definitely see the videos as a form of visual note taking— I’m thinking the Polaroids, too, Jillian — this would be so great. Let me know if I can help in any way!
Also, Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh is on my radar of places I need to go!
Whoops! Of course I meant “Wild Raspberries,” not strawberries--the perils of writing comments before I’ve had my morning coffee!🤣
Ruth, I had to proofread this piece so many times because I kept typing the wrong berry! 😂 🍓
The illustrations from Wild Strawberries are just delightful, as is your commentary, Jolene! Thanks for opening up a new window into Warhol’s imaginative food artistry. Now I want to possess the entire Taschen series--and make a marzipan cake too!
Thank you so much, Ruth, I really love the early Warhol illustrations, so quirky and fun ❤️
Witty, as usual
Thank you so much, George! :)
Goodness, Jolene. Now I have seen the Omelet Greta Garbo I am of course compelled to attempt to make one. If only for the pleasure of eating it alone!
Haha! Yes! On Oscar night, Jenny! 😂 (with a side of Twiglets and champagne 🍾 )!