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Biscuits Collection (#6)

"Biscuits: A Delicious Journey Through Time and Flavors" Step back in time to 1936 when McVitie's Digestive biscuits first graced our taste buds

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Model on the cat walk wearing a bra made from biscuits in the Red or Dead fashion show

Model on the cat walk wearing a bra made from biscuits in the Red or Dead fashion show October 1990

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Young couple enjoying cups of tea and biscuits whilst flirting with each other

Young couple enjoying cups of tea and biscuits whilst flirting with each other

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Snatching a break in the sunshine are (left to right) Winnie Kirk, Pat Miller

Snatching a break in the sunshine are (left to right) Winnie Kirk, Pat Miller, Maureen Kavanagh, Jean Marshall, Daphne O" Brien, Lois Willdig, Freda Sharratt, Thelma Brown and Brenda Jackson

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Baby wearing a party hat and eating a cadbury chocolate finger 31st October 1952

Baby wearing a party hat and eating a cadbury chocolate finger 31st October 1952

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Huntley and Palmer Biscuits: Boys in biscuit factory seen here loading crate for export

Huntley and Palmer Biscuits: Boys in biscuit factory seen here loading crate for export. August 1958

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Huntley and Palmer Biscuits: Boys in biscuit factory seen here loading crate for export

Huntley and Palmer Biscuits: Boys in biscuit factory seen here loading crate for export. August 1958

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Mug, Book, Biscuits, and Match, 1893. Creator: John Frederick Peto

Mug, Book, Biscuits, and Match, 1893. Creator: John Frederick Peto
Mug, Book, Biscuits, and Match, 1893

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Still Life with Silver Cake Basket, 1866. Creator: John F. Francis

Still Life with Silver Cake Basket, 1866. Creator: John F. Francis
Still Life with Silver Cake Basket, 1866

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Two Women Drinking Coffee, c. 1893. Creator: Edouard Vuillard

Two Women Drinking Coffee, c. 1893. Creator: Edouard Vuillard
Two Women Drinking Coffee, c. 1893

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Edible Centerpieces Date: 1935

Edible Centerpieces Date: 1935

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Fancy Dessert Biscuits Date: 1935

Fancy Dessert Biscuits Date: 1935

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Huntley & Palmer Biscuits - Reading & London - Advertisement

Huntley & Palmer Biscuits - Reading & London - Advertisement

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Biscuits and Cheese

Biscuits and Cheese

Background imageBiscuits Collection: The Lesson, 1856. Creator: William G. Campbell

The Lesson, 1856. Creator: William G. Campbell
The Lesson, 1856

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Supply Steamers at Nashville, Tennessee, 1862. Creator: Rodney Poole

Supply Steamers at Nashville, Tennessee, 1862. Creator: Rodney Poole
Supply Steamers at Nashville, Tennessee, 1862

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Pair of Stereograph Views of the Royal Exchange, London, England, 1850s-1910s

Pair of Stereograph Views of the Royal Exchange, London, England, 1850s-1910s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: TEA SERVICE 1930S

TEA SERVICE 1930S
Lovely cups and saucers with matching milk jug, sugar lumps in a glass bowl and biscuits on a plate, but sadly, no tea! Date: 1930s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Greensmiths Derby Dog Biscuits

Greensmiths Derby Dog Biscuits
Circus dogs advertising Greensmiths Derby dog biscuits. Date: circa 1890

Background imageBiscuits Collection: EXPRESS DAIRY WINDOW

EXPRESS DAIRY WINDOW
The window display of an Express Dairy which has a range of food such as McVities digestive biscuits, processed peas and sliced peaches. Date: 1960s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: DELIVERY BOY C 1910

DELIVERY BOY C 1910
An errand boy in a snowball ambush. Date: circa 1910

Background imageBiscuits Collection: HUNTLEY DELIVERY BOY

HUNTLEY DELIVERY BOY
On his way to deliver a goose and a box of Huntley & Palmers Dessert biscuits, a delivery boy stops to have a snowball fight Date: circa 1910

Background imageBiscuits Collection: C17 COOKING SCENE

C17 COOKING SCENE
Preparing foodstuffs of every kind - fowls are dressed, cows are milked, grapes are trod, soup is heated, bread and other items are carried by porters, biscuits are tasted Date: 17th century

Background imageBiscuits Collection: THALBERG / CHARITY / 1 OF 2

THALBERG / CHARITY / 1 OF 2
A poor family give each other simple presents at Christmas - pieces of fruit and biscuits Picture 1 of 2 Date: Circa 1815

Background imageBiscuits Collection: JAPAN 24

JAPAN 24
Japan/ Kyoto/ Central Kyoto Machine making cookies and a working man behind the shop window

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Tormetil, Potentilla erecta, Yelloow coloured flowers growing outdoor

Tormetil, Potentilla erecta, Yelloow coloured flowers growing outdoor.----

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Cakes sold at Christmas market, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Cakes sold at Christmas market, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Tea Rusk and Brick House, 1870s. Creator: William P. Chappel

Tea Rusk and Brick House, 1870s. Creator: William P. Chappel
Tea Rusk and Brick House, 1870s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: New York Daily News, 1888. Creator: William Michael Harnett

New York Daily News, 1888. Creator: William Michael Harnett
New York Daily News, 1888

Background imageBiscuits Collection: The Visit, 1746. Creator: Pietro Longhi

The Visit, 1746. Creator: Pietro Longhi
The Visit, 1746

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Gun salute Russia - Collectors card Biscuits Lefevre-Utile

Gun salute Russia - Collectors card Biscuits Lefevre-Utile
Gun salute for Russia - Collectors card for Biscuits Lefevre-Utile of Nantes Date: circa late 1880s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Liege Exhibition - A scene of life in Old Liege, Belgium

Liege Exhibition - A scene of life in Old Liege, Belgium ( The Ancient Quarter ). A lady water carrier has taken off her yolk and is resting by a fountain

Background imageBiscuits Collection: The Polar Partys Sledging Ration (Pemmican, biscuits, butter, cocoa, sugar and tea)

The Polar Partys Sledging Ration (Pemmican, biscuits, butter, cocoa, sugar and tea), 1911, (1913). Sledging ration for one man for one day

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Removing Biscuits from Oven, c1917

Removing Biscuits from Oven, c1917. From How It is Made, by Archibald Williams. [Thomas Nelson and Sons, London, Edinburgh, Dublin and New York]

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Advertising Poster for the Delhaize Freres & Cie Biscuits, 1900. Artist: Richir, Herman (1866-1942)

Advertising Poster for the Delhaize Freres & Cie Biscuits, 1900. Artist: Richir, Herman (1866-1942)
Advertising Poster for the Delhaize Freres & Cie Biscuits, 1900. From a private collection

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Amandines de Provence

Amandines de Provence. Biscuits H. Lalo. A poster from the Paris Exposition advertising French food and showing a woman eating almond biscuits

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Petit-Beurre Gamin

Petit-Beurre Gamin
Label of Pernot Biscuits

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Supplies in the Fort Laramie trading post, Oregon Trail

Supplies in the Fort Laramie trading post, Oregon Trail
Shelves of supplies in the reconstructed trading post at Fort Laramie, Wyoming. Digital photograph

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Mesa de 80 cubiertos Arte de reposteria en que

Mesa de 80 cubiertos Arte de reposteria en que
Mesa de 80. cubiertos, Arte de reposteria, en que se contiene todo genero de hacer dulces secos, y en liquido, vizcochos, turrones, y natas: bebidas heladas de todos generos, rosolis, mistelas

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Advertisement For Huntley & Palmers Ginger Nut Biscuits From 1935

Advertisement For Huntley & Palmers Ginger Nut Biscuits From 1935

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Gingerbread People

Gingerbread People

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Milk And Cookies

Milk And Cookies

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Dog biscuit with comic verse on a Christmas card

Dog biscuit with comic verse on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Girl with a basket of toys on a cutout Christmas card

Girl with a basket of toys on a cutout Christmas card
Girl with a basket of toys and gifts on a cutout Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Little girl with two dogs on a cutout greetings card

Little girl with two dogs on a cutout greetings card
Little girl with two dogs at teatime on a cutout greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Cutout advertisement, Granola digestive biscuits

Cutout advertisement, Granola digestive biscuits
Cutout advertisement, Macfarlane Langs Granola digestive biscuits, with wheat field and windmill. Date: early 20th century

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Cover design, Jacob & Co Biscuit Alphabet Book

Cover design, Jacob & Co Biscuit Alphabet Book. circa 1930s

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Biscuit jars manufactured by George Wing of Sheffield, 1887

Biscuit jars manufactured by George Wing of Sheffield, 1887
From an original dated 1887 at Sheffield Local Studies Library

Background imageBiscuits Collection: Peek Frean Biscuits advertising trade card

Peek Frean Biscuits advertising trade card - sailing ship. late 19th century




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"Biscuits: A Delicious Journey Through Time and Flavors" Step back in time to 1936 when McVitie's Digestive biscuits first graced our taste buds, becoming an iconic biscuit brand that still satisfies cravings today. Remember the elegant Huntley and Palmers Cocktail biscuit tin lid? It adorned many a tea table, showcasing the craftsmanship of these beloved biscuits. Speaking of Huntley & Palmers, their they have been a staple in British households for generations. From their classic varieties to Cadbury's delectable creations in the swinging 1960s UK, these treats brought joy with every bite. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves indulging in Biscotti di Prato (biscuits of Prato), also known as cantuccini. These traditional almond delights from Italy have stood the test of time and continue to delight dessert enthusiasts worldwide. Let us not forget about Desserts (1890), where biscuits played a crucial role in creating mouthwatering confections. Peek Freans took center stage during the groovy 1960s UK era, captivating hearts with their scrumptious offerings. Intriguingly enough, even our furry friends appreciate the allure of biscuits. Picture a Greyhound balancing a biscuit on its nose—a testament to both canine patience and universal love for this delightful treat. Traveling across Lemon Street in Truro, Cornwall during the early 1900s transports us back to simpler times when Huntley & Palmers reigned supreme. Their advertisements were seen far and wide, enticing everyone with promises of crispy goodness. Finally, let's raise our cups to Peek Frean & Co. 's Biscuits—another legendary name etched into biscuit history. Their commitment to quality has made them synonymous with satisfaction throughout countless decades.