Stills Agency Collection (page 3)

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

In the kitchen of the restaurant car, the chef M. Roche consults the Maitre d Hotel about breakfast. undated

A girl peeling apples in a kitchen. c. 1908

Customs workers at a bonded warehouse in London, England. undated

Bees and honey at show at Crystal Palace. The National show of bees and honey is in progress at the Crystal Palace, London. Photo shows a bee keeper smoking bees out of a hive. 1934

Patients receive a Christmas treat, a glass of beer, at the Livingstone Hospital in Dartford. 1937

Sir CHarles Burdett and Baroness Poppy Rednig Von Trebnitz run restaurant in the city. Sir Charles Burdett, with Baroness Poppy Hedwig von Trebnitz, and Miss Grace Corwell

Man with a pint of beer at the Blue Anchor in Helston, Cornwall, England. 11 April 1956

The canteen at the Austin Motor Works where workers queue up to be served. Longbridge, Birmingham, England 1947

Miss F. Newitt, landlady of the Crown pub in Chipstead, England. 11 December 1948

Stefan, the wine waiter at the de l Elysee in Percy Street, Soho, London, England 18 October 1945 Elysee Restaurant 13 Percy Street Fitzrovia London, W1T 1DP

Londoner who still wear hats and coats !. They work in the cold storage. Even in this scorching August there is one place in London where hats and coats are still welcome

Man looking through the wines and spirits in the off licence department of the Globe Tavern. A state owned pub in Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria, England. December 1948

Michael Bushell, the youngest competitor at age 15, is splashed with champagne by second place Guido Adorne, after winning the Soho Fair waiters race from Soho Square to Greek Street whilst carrying

Preparations for the Bakers exhibition in Islington. Preparations for the confectioners and bakers exhibition are in progress at the Royal Agricultural hall, Islington

Milton restaurant. 1937

An Ash Wednesday City of London custom. Spiced buns and beer served in accordance with ancient custom after the attendance of the Liverymen at the Ash Wednesday service at St Pauls Cathedral

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

A woman customer pulls her own pint of beer at The Elephant and Castle, London, England. June 1959

Brewery workers with a brewers dray take a break from work for a portrait at the Thames Bank Distillery in Grosvenor Road, Millbank, London, England. c.1870

Judging honey at Crystal Palace show. 1934

Brewery workers take a break from work for a portrait at the Thames Bank Distillery in Grosvenor Road, Millbank, London, England. c.1870

Roasting an ox in Gloucester. 30 June 1938

Pierre Gironde after success in Paris wins the London waiters race through the streets of Chiswick ending in the Polytechnic Stadium whilst carrying a tray of champagne

Womens champion runs city cafe devoted chess. Sitting tense in a silence broken only by the rattler coffee cups, chess friends have found a haven in a City of London cafe

Queen Mary Chef Mr J. Pearce, assisted by second chef, Mr George Thomas (left) goes over a pre-austerity menu as new and reconditioned British liners re-establish their place in the North Atlantic

Cooking Dinners. 1933

The chipped potatoes, or chips, is one of Britains great favourites and are sent down from the vegetable kitchen raw to be fried on the various restaurant floors immediately before serving. undated

The Tea Centre off the Haymarket, London 1951

A lemonade stall offering refreshments to vistors of a park. England. c.1895 Photograph by Paul Martin (d.1944)

Men of Harlech taste the wine and wash away the taste with a pint of beer. Gwynedd, North Wales. June 1964

A waitress serves a booth at Flanagans restaurant near the Victoria and Albert Museum in Kensington, London, England. May 1966

Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards, draughts and dominoes for a small stake of money

Alice and Grace at the Edinburgh Cafe Royal which is famous for its seafood. 20 August 1949

Coffee Luncheons Teas Elevenses at a tea room in Wokingham August 1942

The Forest Tea Lodge in Longhope, Gloucester c. 1920
The Forest Tea Lodge in Longhope, Gloucester c.1920

After making a special journey from the Isle of Arran, the Duchess of Montrose, welcomed by pipers of the London Scottish performed the opening ceremony of the giant new apple store installed at

Bakers exhibition opens in Islington. The confectioners and bakers exhibition has opened at the Royal Agricultural Hall, Islington

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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.