Recipes By Mail Subscription
Created by Ari Siegel
Cook your way through history with this fascinating subscription series.
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Made in USA
Made from
paper
Measurements
9.5” L x 4.125” W x 0.05" H
Care
Lay flat, keep dry
Notes
Your first document will be mailed a week after placing an order. The subsequent documents will be mailed on the 15th of each month.
For subsequent months, you will receive a monthly envelope containing a replica of a historical recipe. While the first letter in the series has been delivered via UPS to ensure swift delivery after purchase, each of the subsequent letters will be mailed via United States Postal Service First Class Mail.
Please Note: Letters that have already shipped are not subject to return. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, you can cancel your subscription at any time for a refund on the months you have not yet received.
Item ID
56563
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People love this product for its unique combination of fun recipes and historical significance, making it the perfect gift for cooking enthusiasts.
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- 5 stars out of 5
My brother loves to cook and also enjoys history. This was the perfect…
- 5 stars out of 5
The description of the item was very thorough and was actually even co…
- 5 stars out of 5
Gave this to my little sister who loves to cook! She's really enjoyed …
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- 3 stars out of 5
- Sue B
- Newport News, VA
I wanted to love it
My daughter gave this to me for Christmas. I was so excited. I love history, like to cook, and we both love Uncommon Goods. I have never been disappointed with a purchase until now. The first recipe was great. It was a Rosa Parks recipe. We had my niece and her children over for dinner. It was fun. I think the next recipe was for ice cream. I don't have an ice cream maker. Another recipe was a very involved cake recipe which was basically a fruitcake (not very popular in my family.) Another was for a Julia Child yeast bread. That was doable but it was time consuming (as yeast breads are.) The last was for beer. I prefer wine but I'll drink a cold beer occasionally. I don't want to make beer, I think that's not a recipe for the general public. There was recipe for buttermilk pies, I made that, it was very good. Our plan was to get together for dinner once a month to have one of the recipes. We thought they would be more common things that would be fun to make and eat but not need a special kitchen appliance (ice cream maker) or might appeal to a broader audience. That's just my personal opinion. I think the idea is great, it just didn't work for me.
Response from merchant
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback, and we're sorry to hear that this gift didn’t quite meet your expectations—especially since it started off with such a fun and meaningful cooking experience. We love that you and your daughter planned to make a recipe each month together—that’s exactly the kind of connection we hope to inspire. While we aim to include a variety of recipes that are both historically interesting and enjoyable to prepare, we completely understand that some may require tools or tastes that don't suit everyone. Your point about accessibility and broad appeal is a valuable one, and we’ll certainly take that into account as we look to improve this product. If there's anything we can do to help make this right, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Marisa
- verified reviewer
- Los Angeles
A unique gift that brought a lot of joy!
My brother loves to cook and also enjoys history. This was the perfect thoughtful combination of two things he appreciates. He loved this gift. I'd highly recommend.
- 2 stars out of 5
- Emily
- Baltimore, MD
Meh
So far it's pretty underwhelming. My first recipe was for pancakes, then one for plain white bread. I'm an avid cook and was looking forward to some challenges or things I haven't tried.
Response from merchant
We appreciate your feedback! We hope you'll be impressed by your next recipes from well-known figures in history such as Emily Dickinson's cake recipe and Rosa Parks' pancake recipe, all in their own hand writing!
- 5 stars out of 5
- Hil from TX
- verified reviewer
- Deport, TX
This was the coolest gift my mom never knew she needed.
The description of the item was very thorough and was actually even cooler than I anticipated. Everything arrived in great shape. I love the fact that you receive the recipes in their exact original form (for example, Rosa Parks' pancake recipe was on an envelope and had some scribbles). There is a printed transcription that comes along with each recipe, in case there is something that may be illegible, or for instance, a capital T instead of 'tbsp', like is written in modern recipes. My mom has told me again and again what a wonderful gift it was. And I love that it's a subscription! So the 'giftee' has something to look forward to!
- 5 stars out of 5
- Taylor
- verified reviewer
- Augusta, GA
10/10 would buy again!
Gave this to my little sister who loves to cook! She's really enjoyed getting the recipes in the mail each month and learning about the history behind each chef's creation.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Melc
- verified reviewer
- Hernando MS
A great piece of history made through the recipes
So wonderful to see the recipes written in the person's handwriting and the history of the recipe. And to be able to recreate them.
- 5 stars out of 5
- De the Baker
- verified reviewer
- Undisclosed
Creative In-Law Christmas Gift
I was truly stumped about what to give my inlaws this year, my spouse had a great gift for my parents and I refuse to be outdone! They are huge chefs and history nerds so this was perfect! I would never have imagined this as a gift idea but just found it while scrolling uncommon goods. Highly recommend for anyone who loves to be in the kitchen and is an adventurous eater! I haven't tried any of the recipes but I have been told they were good! Can't wait to hear more from my inlaws each month! #sweepstakes
- 4 stars out of 5
- Na
- verified reviewer
- Undisclosed
Rocky start but good customer service
My initial order was from a different subscription. I had subscribed to a historical recipes subscription but I received some kind of strange historical letters packet instead. Since the first delivery was a Christmas gift, it was a bit disappointing. That being said, the customer service response was very quick and helpful. They refunded the cost of the first order, corrected the error, and then sent the correct packet. We'll need to get a few more to see how the quality holds up. My wife's favorite part is that they recreated what the original recipe had been jotted down on.
- 4 stars out of 5
- The Mom
- Chicago
Great gift for a at home baker!
I bought the subscription for my daughter' Christmas present. She made the pancakes today. Unfortunately, she's allergic to peanuts so she had to do some research on what could replace the peanut butter (sunflower butter). She had fun making them and looks forward to the next recipe to try out.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Sparks
- verified reviewer
- Long Island, NY
Unique gift
Very cool, excellent quality presentation My wife is thrilled and can't wait for the next recipe
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- Yellow Clock
- New Jersey
Hi! Would love to order but wondering what is the "folio" it comes with?
Verified reply from Michael
The folio, part of the History By Mail subscription, is made of vegan leather. It is designed to hold the replica documents and envelopes included in the subscription, and can hold approximately 85 flat pages. The folio features a vintage-inspired design, a classic brown color, and a metallic red embossed logo. It also has a brass snap button for closure
- Dana P
- undisclosed
I want to give this as a gift and just want to verify that all the recipes given are the full and complete recipe to bake/cook. Also, I've read some reviews and it seems like some of the recipes call for things we do not use anymore(?) do you provide recommended substitutions for things like that in the subscription?
Verified reply from Allison
Thank you for your questions! All of the ingredients are available. Each month your recipient will receive replicas of real handwritten recipes from historical figures that you can still make today. The Rosa Parks' "Featherlite" pancakes are made from eggs, milk, butter, and peanut butter. Emily Dickinson's Black Cake asks for raisons, currants, dates, all spice plus more! With this subscription, you'll enjoy learning about each person and their favorite recipes for all to enjoy today.
- Karin
- undisclosed
If I purchased a six month subscription, would it auto-renew after the six months for another subscription? Or is it just a one time charge with no auto-renewal?
Verified reply from Allison
When purchasing the 6 month Recipes By Mail Subscription 1st Collection, it is a one time charge. It does not auto-renew. If you'd like the 6 month 2nd Collection, you would need to purchase that collection separately. Or, we do have a full year available!
- Katie
- Tennessee
I bought this subscription as a gift. How do I now change the address of where to ship the letters to (one month into the subscription)? Thanks!
Verified reply from Angelica
Email us at help@uncommongoods.com with your order number and the shipping address you'd like to change it to! We've emailed you for additional support.
- MamaGoose
- Kentucky
Do the recipes come printed on standard sized recipe cards so they can filed away on the counter?
Verified reply from Ashley
Thank you for your question! You can expect each recipe to be different in size, similar to the image shown on the item page. Some recipes are written on envelopes while others may be written on full size letter paper. Hope this helps!
- Madison
- CA
Hello- what is the difference between the 1st collection and 2nd collection?
Verified reply from Dayle-Marie
Each subscription includes a different set of wonderful recipes that are mailed each month. Lists of recipes are not available in advance.
- Michele
- Queens, NY
Are the recipes for cooking or for baking?
Verified reply from Jen
Hey there, the recipes are a combination of both cooking and baking.
- Eileen
- Austin, Tx
Hi. I want to order this as a Christmas gift. When should I order it so as not to ruin the surprise? Can I order it now for delivery starting in January? Or (even better) is there a way to perhaps receive the first letter myself to gift in person and then have the test sent directly to the recipient? Thank you!!
Verified reply from Michael
Your first document will be mailed a week after placing an order. The subsequent documents will be mailed on the 15th of each month. We suggest having the first letter sent to your self and submitting a change of address with us for the remainder of the subscription
This gift is great for ...
Foodies Who Love History
Couples Who Enjoy Cooking Together
New Parents Who Want Family Recipes
Adults Who Appreciate Culinary Experiences