A different perspective on Fair food. It was a big deal when I was a kid to go to the Nebraska State Fair which was a 3 hr drive from where we lived. And my Dad agreed to splurge and have us eat lunch at one of the various dine in cafes on the fair grounds. He didn't feel well after eating...
This isn't a "cure" for the cold or flu and its not from my grandparents but I have found it very helpful for one of the first symptoms of a cold or flu, the sore throat. Tastes terrible but I have gotten good results: 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons vinegar, dash of cinnamon, 2 tablespoons...