The Presley family’s financial situation was largely unstable between 1940-1948. Depending on the employment status of Elvis’s father Vernon Presley, the family sometimes buys a house, other times is forced to sell it and moves …
Latest Recipes
Southern-Style Collard Greens with hock
Collards or collard greens, a close relative of cabbage and broccoli, are a cornerstone of Southern U.S. cuisine. Known for their large leaves, upright stems, and slightly bitter flavour, collard greens are often regarded as …
Elvis’ 90th birthday party in Budapest
On 11.01.2025, we celebrated Elvis’ 90th birthday at the New Orleans Club, organized by the Hungarian Elvis Club. The performers were Gábor Lantos, Péter Andorai and the Graceband, Flying Times, Tamás Dóka, Viki Marót, Ed …
Buttermilk Biscuits (Scones)
Buttermilk biscuits hold a cherished spot in the hearts of those in Anglo-Saxon countries, celebrated for their soft, flaky texture and versatility. Traditionally made with buttermilk, this key ingredient can easily be substituted with yogurt …
“Alivenci” Polenta cake with dill and cheese
In the 1950s, the American school lunch menu often featured cheesy cornbread, known as “Cheese Spoon Bread”, cooked with milky water and mixed with butter and cheese and baked in the form of a cake. …
Cornbread
Cornbread was very popular in Elvis’ time. Elvis enjoyed having it for breakfast, often dipped in buttermilk and yogurt, but also served alongside main dishes and salads. Several versions of cornbread are known. Here, I …
Polenta
Elvis’s mother, Gladys, frequently prepared meals from cornmeal, as it was a cheap and common ingredient for families with limited means. Gladys boiled the cornmeal with milk or water and salt until it was soft. …





