Stills Agency Collection (page 2)

The Spotted Dog public house. Smarts Hill, Penshurst, Kent, England 10 July 1963

The dinner lady serving lunch at a girls school in Orpington, Kent. 1937

The Nativity. Book of Hours for Bona Sforza, Polish, 1527

Nativity. English Psalter, late 12th Cent

Nativity and Adoration. Book of Hours, French 1407

Nativity. English Illumination in 13th and 14th Cent

The Nativity

France Savoy Lanslevillard St. Sebastian Chapel Nativity in the Manger

The Nativity. Blessed Virgin and some saints. Thessalonika, 1st half 14th Cent

The Nativity. Mary asleep on a couch. Joseph on a chair. English, c. 1300

The Every-Day Book or Everlasting Calendar of Popular Amusements Sports Pastimes Ceremonies Manners Customs and Events Volume I by William Hone 1826 Ancient Representation of the Nativity

Jean Boutheney, a French chef born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, chops a large pumpkin in preparation for the pumpkin pies he is going to make for Thanksgiving Day celebrations at the English Speaking

The Kentish Horse pub in Markbeech, Kent, England 1970 s

A man with a small cart outside public house at Eversley 1906

Helsinki and personalities. Hon

Georges Bar Shell Fish Fresh Daily A queue of people wait to be served but a woman who has just received her order doesn t seem too impressed with the taste. 1950s

Demonstration at a canning factory. 1935

Waiters finish off with tea or coffee as they collect orders during the lunch rush. undated

Gathering fruit for the wine harvest in Spain in province of Navarra

A course has been set up by The Hotel and Catering Industry Training Board to train waiters. Here supervisor Brian Saword lectures to the class of trainee waiters on the different types of glasses

Visitors to a cafe at Carlsbad

War - but life goes on. Despite the changing fortunes of war, Burgos, seat of the Spanish rebels Provisional Government, is a gay city

The Old Contemptibles childrens party. Serving the children their party food. 17 January 1936

Moments of stress in the kitchen before the start of a state banquet, Mansion House, London, England June 1954

Waiter who strikes a different note, successful composer of music in his spare time. Richard Dabson, who works as a waiter in a Piccadilly Circus restaurant by day

Woodman Pub 1933

The Jacksing Chinese Restaurant at 124 Wardour Street, Soho, London, England. undated

Unemployed women learn to be canteen cooks in London. As it is expected that there will soon be a considerable demand for cooks in institutions and canteens

Office girls take their lunch break al fresco in a continental style table and umbrella on the pavement outside a public house in Milk Street, London. 12 June 1962

Canned Beer Will Take Less Space in Derby Day Hampers - Plan to Oust Bottles. Canned beer is to make its appearance in Derby Day hampers

Woman seeks bacon slicer championships at grocers exhibition. Britains champion bacon slicer will emerge from the bacon sliceing competition at the Grocers exhibition, Royal Agricultural Hall

Helsinki and personalities

Billingsgate Fish Market is already working at top pressure to deal with the terrific demand for Good Friday fish. The approach of the Easter festival means greatly increased work for Billinsgate

John Barclay, the owner of this tea stall, is giving it away for free to anyone who wants it as it cost him nothing. An old taxi shelter

12 September 1904 W. Highfields Dining and Supper Room offered a cut from the joint for 6d, stewed eels, jellied eels and tripe and onions

The Leicester barn at Kenilworth Castle which dates from the fifteenth century has been converted into a refreshment room for visitors. 23 September 1931

Knapsack tea at the cricket at Lords, London, England
Knapsack tea at the cricket at Lord s, London, England. As a spectator losing your seat for a cup of tea is a poor prospect but Bartletts in close co-operation with the tea bureau of London have

Tea blending competition at grocers exhibition. The tea blending opens to masters, managers and assistance for The Grocer Challenge Cup is in progress at the Grocers Exhibition

Sharing the bill A man shouldn t, in these enlightened days, be embarassed when his girl slips him her share of the evenings bill. 13 May 1950

Thomas Hardys nephew refuses literary career to be a chef. Novelist widow leaves him £2000
Thomas Hardys nephew refuses literary career to be a chef. Novelist widow leaves him £ 2000. Refusing to follow in the footsteps of his famous uncle, Thomas Henry Soundy

Traffic lights control diners. Lunch hour crowds at Millbank restaurant eat to Stop and Go signals. 29 January 1935

Not a merry christmas for the Hyde Park sheep. Sheep which have been contentedly grazing in Hyde Park are leaving their urban pasture to provide christmas fare for an Essex butcher

A waiter serves two ladies at lunch in Le P tit Monmartre, Marylebone Lane, London, England 9 August 1958

A woman milks a cow into a bottle for a drink at an early milk bar which was also a sweet stall and served aerated waters. photograph by Harold Bastin c.1890

A motorist looking at the sign at the entrance to the town of Eger, the Sudetenland Storm Centre, Czechoslovakia. The Czech name of the town - Chob - has been painted out

Britains first railway station snack bar opened at Paddington. The first lunch and quick snack bar for passengers at a British railway station has been opened on number 1 platform at Paddington

Viennese bakers begin work in London. 5, 000 rolls a day for exhibition. Four Viennese bakers are producing 5, 000 rolls and loaves everyday at the National Austrian exhibition

Where hospitable custom of a century survives. Free ale and bread for wayfarers. Survival of the old monasteries where wayfarers were given food and shelter for the night

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"Capturing Culinary Moments: A Glimpse into the Stills Agency" Step back in time and witness the enchanting world of gastronomy through the lens of the renowned Stills Agency. With a collection spanning decades, this captivating series unveils intriguing snapshots that transport us to various culinary scenes across London and beyond. In one frame, Chef Andrew Schillar's kindness shines as he discreetly slips a bone to an eager pup from the side entrance of his bustling kitchen. Undated but timeless, this heartwarming gesture reminds us of the bond between humans and their furry companions. Traveling back to 1947, we find ourselves immersed in a London kitchen where a skilled chef masterfully crafts delectable dishes with precision and passion. The vibrant energy emanating from this snapshot is palpable, capturing both the artistry and intensity that define culinary excellence. Venturing further into London's rich history, we stumble upon The Old George at 379 Bethnal Green – an iconic establishment steeped in tradition. This charming image transports us to an era when locals gathered for hearty meals and lively conversations within its welcoming walls. Meanwhile, at Brighton Pavilion's esteemed kitchens, A. H. Cadier imparts his wisdom upon junior chefs while playfully handing them fake chickens. This playful moment showcases camaraderie amidst hard work—a testament to how teamwork fuels success in any culinary endeavor. Stepping outside traditional kitchens brings us face-to-face with The Prospect of Whitby pub in Wapping during 1951—an emblematic sight adorning its facade invites passersby inside for merriment and libations galore. Journeying beyond city limits takes us to Gravesend where L Papa and Sons' ice cream vendor tantalizes taste buds on warm summer days in 1939—proving that frozen treats have always been cherished delights throughout generations.