Luncheons Collection

Lunch in China, c.1910 (print)
7293345 Lunch in China, c.1910 (print); (add.info.: Food and beverage. A lunch in China. Imagery in: Histoire anecdotique de l'alimentation, France, ca 1910.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

U.S. Soldiers lunching at Citroen Munitions factory. August 1918 (b/w photo)
UIG5446713 U.S. Soldiers lunching at Citroen Munitions factory. August 1918 (b/w photo)

The wheat, c. 1900 (chromo)
1790171 The wheat, c. 1900 (chromo); (add.info.: the wheat : from the harvest to the bread, in France early 20th century); Photo © CCI

A mother feeding her toddler in a high chair, 1850
3478202 A mother feeding her toddler in a high chair, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother feeding her toddler in a high chair. Illustrated by Miriam Kerns)

Flomaries Cafe for dainty teas and light luncheons, East Grinstead High Street, Sussex, with a war memorial on the left. circa 1930s

Page from The Architect s, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium 1892 (engraving)
3092632 Page from The Architect s, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium 1892 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from The Architect s)

The Old George Inn, Edgware, Middlesex. Date: circa 1910s

High Street, Pinner, Middlesex, with the Queens Head on the left. Date: circa 1910s

Menu for the Royal Luncheon (colour litho)
982138 Menu for the Royal Luncheon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Menu for the Royal Luncheon, Friday 34th November 1899)

Old Inn at Oxted, Surrey. 1926

VICTORIA ROOMS C20
The J.P. Restaurant at Victoria, London offers breakfasts, luncheons and freshly made tea. Date: early 20th century

Advertisement for The Empress Club, 13 Berkeley Street, W1, London - Persian Room for Luncheons and Theatre Dinners from 6:30pm - Dining to 1am - Music by Lou Harris and his Orchestra

The Hawes Inn, South Queensferry, Edinburgh
Scene outside The Hawes Inn and Hotel, South Queensferry, Edinburgh, Scotland

Cafe decorated for George VI Coronation, Walton, Essex
A cafe on the High Street, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, decorated to celebrate the Coronation of King George VI. There are advertisements for Cooked Meats, Breakfasts, Luncheons, Teas

Christina Foyle (1911-1999) English bookseller and owner of Foyles bookshop, she set up and ran the Foyles literary luncheons

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Step into the charming town of Farnham, England, where luncheons hold a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Flomaries Cafe beckons with its delightful offerings of dainty teas and light luncheons, transporting you to a world of culinary elegance. As you sip your tea amidst the cozy ambiance, imagine yourself stepping back in time to 1886 when "The Funeral Meal" was immortalized on canvas by an artist's brush strokes. Leafing through the pages of The Architect's Surveyors and Engineers Compendium from 1892, one discovers engravings showcasing grand establishments like The Old George Inn in Edgware, Middlesex. High Street in Pinner, Middlesex reveals a bustling scene where luncheon options abound for those seeking respite from their daily routines. A glimpse at a vibrant color lithograph menu for the Royal Luncheon evokes images of regal feasts fit for kings and queens. Meanwhile, within the walls of Victoria Rooms C20 or The Empress Club on Berkeley Street, patrons gather to indulge in delectable dishes while engaging in lively conversations that echo through time. Venturing further north to South Queensferry near Edinburgh lies The Hawes Inn—a picturesque spot offering not only breathtaking views but also hearty luncheons that warm both body and soul. Closer to home is Oxted Surrey's Old Inn; its doors have welcomed hungry travelers since 1926 with comforting meals that nourish both appetite and spirit. In this tapestry woven with history and gastronomy, we find ourselves captivated by the allure of luncheons—moments where flavors mingle harmoniously with stories told over shared tables. So next time you embark on a journey or simply seek solace within your own community, let these memories guide you towards unforgettable luncheon experiences that transcend time itself.