The phrase "nice throwback" means that something reminds you of a pleasant memory or something that happened in the past.
Sentences with «nice throwback»
As a whole, the film may not provide as many laughs or pure entertainment value as the Pixar gems we're spoiled with every Summer, but Ponyo delivers a unique departure nonetheless, giving a bit of cultural perspective, and a providing nice throwback to the glory days of animation. (joblo.com)
And perhaps, there will be a nice throwback to adding a human element. (inc.com)
It felt appropriate: the whole vacation felt like a nice throwback to my single - girl travel days. (sweetandsavoring.com)