The mid century gets a bad rap when it comes to food–weird Jell-O salads and enthusiasm for mayonnaise were indeed a thing, but so were some pretty tasty recipes that you could serve up today for New Year’s or for other parties or potlucks to come!
Mid Century Appetizers
Finger food is great for parties, and these mid century/mid century inspired recipes are definitely crowd pleasers!
Mid Century Side Dishes
Side dishes are a good way to make sure you get fruits and vegetables on offer and are usually safer bets when it comes to accommodating those with dietary restrictions.
Easy Orange and Red Onion Salad
Mid Century Drink Recipes
The mid century is well known for its cocktails! Here are a couple classic mid century recipes for New Year’s! For more adventurous options, don’t miss some additional ideas we gathered here.
Mid Century Dessert Recipes
Nothing says special occasion like a special dessert, at least in our books. I love bringing desserts to potlucks, and am especially flattered when people have my dessert first. (A word to the wise on that note: You may have to hide these until you’re ready to serve them.)
Pina Colada Molded Salad Recipe
Spiced Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Looking for more mid century New Year’s recipes and hosting inspiration? See Staff Wish List: Get Ready for Retro Entertaining Year Round and Make It a Retro New Year’s. And of course, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for more Mid Century Modern inspiration!
