STARTER: Egg Salad Sandwich with Tomato, Chives & Parsley
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The egg salad sandwich likely originated in late 19th–early 20th century Europe and the U.S., when chopped boiled eggs mixed with mayonnaise became popular. It spread quickly as a cheap, protein-rich lunch, especially in American delis and lunchboxes. Your version with tomato, chives, and parsley is a fresh modern twist.
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• Appetizers
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SOUP: Italian Wedding Soup
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Italian Wedding Soup traces its origins to Italy, where it was called "Minestra Maritata," meaning "married soup." The name refers to the blending of ingredients like meat and leafy greens, a tradition dating back to ancient Roman times when similar soups were made with whatever was on hand.
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• Soups
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SALAD: Cucumber and radish salad
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"A real woman can make three things out of nothing: a hat, a salad and a scandal." Coco Chanel
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• Salads
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MAIN COURSE: Salmon with Spinach in Cream Sauce
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In classic French cooking, dishes with creamy sauces are often associated with the term “à la crème.” Spinach with cream (épinards à la crème) has been served since at least the 18th century, and pairing it with fish like salmon became popular as a way to balance richness with freshness.
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• Breakfast
• Entrees
• Dinner
• Grill
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DESSERT: Pirozhki with cabbage
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Everything tastes better when it's wrapped in a warm, fluffy hug!
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• Baking
• Tortes
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Lavender Syrup
Lavender syrup has long been made in Provence, France, where fields of fragrant lavender bloom every summer. This homemade version uses freshly harvested culinary lavender blossoms to create a delicate floral syrup that pairs beautifully with coffee, tea, lemonade, sparkling water, cocktails, and desserts. The flavor is subtle and elegant—never overpowering—when steeped for the proper amount of time.
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Sponge Rolls with Strawberries
A sponge roll with whipped cream and strawberries is light, airy, and sweet, with velvety cream and juicy, tangy strawberries creating a perfectly balanced and refreshing treat.
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