{"id":1777290,"date":"2022-06-30T14:54:52","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T19:54:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1777290"},"modified":"2025-03-10T10:57:43","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T15:57:43","slug":"nostalgia-popcorn-machine-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/nostalgia-popcorn-machine-review\/","title":{"rendered":"I Tried a Retro Popcorn Machine and Now Movie Nights Are 100% Better"},"content":{"rendered":"Growing up, I loved going to the movies. My parents and I regularly visited the local theater to catch the latest kid-friendly flick; my grandma frequently treated me to a matinee show at the mall after a fun day of shopping; and my high school friends and I occasionally saw the latest action movie in the fancy seats at the big theater chain. And no matter which theater I was at or what time of day it was, I always<\/em> ordered popcorn.\r\n\r\nMovie theater popcorn is the best. And while our Test Kitchen found the best popcorn makers<\/a> for the average household, there's something altogether different (and extra) about a movie theater-style popcorn machine. For the last month I've been popping corn in my Nostalgia Vintage Popcorn Cart<\/a> for everyone who's stopped by, eager to show off this popcorn-producing wonder.\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"We Tried It\" product_name=\"Nostalgia Popcorn Maker Machine\" short_description=\"Make movie nights even more special with the real working Nostalgia popcorn maker.\" image=\"2119882\" pr_name=\"Amazon\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Nostalgia-Popcorn-Professional-Interior-Measuring\/dp\/B000V73JNW?tag=tohmke-20\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" retailers_2_name=\"Wayfair\" retailers_2_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wayfair.com%2Fkitchen-tabletop%2Fpdp%2Fnostalgia-vintage-8-ounce-professional-popcorn-and-concession-cart-53-inches-tall-makes-32-cups-of-popcorn-kernel-measuring-cup-oil-measuring-spoon-and-scoop-13-inch-wheels-nst1031.html%3Fpiid%3D54418895\" retailers_2_display_text=\"Shop on Wayfair\" retailers_3_name=\"Walmart\" retailers_3_url=\"https:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/1269669\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FNostalgia-Appliances-Popcorn-Cart-Vintage-Movie-Theatre-Popcorn-Machine-Red%2F6561006\" retailers_3_display_text=\"Shop on Walmart\" \/]\r\n

What is the Nostalgia Popcorn Machine?<\/h2>\r\n\"popped\r\n\r\nThe Nostalgia popcorn machine<\/a> is a vintage-style, professional popcorn cart. It adds the perfect ambience to home movie theaters or outdoor movie nights<\/a>. If you crave movie theater-style popcorn, then you'll love this popcorn cart.\r\n\r\nUnlike traditional popcorn makers, this machine can make up to 32 cups of popcorn at a time. That's great for families with a lot of kiddos or for people who like to entertain. Why just have a snack when you can have an experience?\r\n

How We Tested It<\/h2>\r\nThe popcorn machine<\/a> comes in a large box and assembly is required. Setting up the cart wasn't too difficult, but it did take a few hours to get all the pieces in the right places. After wiping down the kettle and inside the unit, I was ready for my inaugural pop.\r\n\r\nAfter making a few batches, I quickly got the hang of it. Pro tip from my husband, who worked at Marcus Theatres during high school: Make sure to flip the kettle immediately after turning it off to prevent the popcorn from burning. Thank you, March 2004 Employee of the Month!\r\n\r\nOnce I felt comfortable operating the machine, I invited friends and family over so I could share this whimsical popcorn experience with them.\r\n

Nostalgia Popcorn Machine Product Features<\/h2>\r\n\"nostalgia\r\n\r\nThe Nostalgia Vintage Popcorn Cart<\/a> stands 53 inches tall. For such a large machine, I was pleasantly surprised at how narrow it is. It doesn't take up as much room in my basement as I thought it would. It conveniently tucks into the corner near the outlet, yet is still accessible for making delicious popcorn whenever I like.\r\n\r\nIts 8-ounce kettle can pop up to 32 cups of popcorn in just a few minutes. Any kernels that don't pop fall into a removable tray underneath the unit. The kettle can be removed for easy cleaning, too. Simply pop it off the supporting brackets and wipe it down or soak in hot, soapy water.\r\n\r\nThere is a storage compartment below the unit, which is great for storing all the popcorn supplies like the popcorn scooper and two measuring cups that came with it. Just one more thing I love about this machine!\r\n\r\nPart of the retro look is the wheels\u2014and they're not just for show. If you need to move your cart to the other side of the room, simply grab the handle and wheel it on over. Speaking of transportation: the top unit is removable, so you can set it on a counter somewhere else and use it that way, too. I haven't tried that yet, but I'm tempted to bring it over to my parents' house for a traveling popcorn party.\r\n\r\nLast thing: Make sure to turn on the light while it's running! This creates a nice ambience, and it makes it easier to see your snack.\r\n

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