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: Creamy Mushroom Soup-Purée
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A smooth, delicate mushroom soup‑purée that brings together tender potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, and a touch of cream for a quietly luxurious bowl of comfort. Simple to make, elegant to serve, and soothing in every spoonful.
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• Soups
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SALAD: Layered salad with fried mushrooms
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In Belarus, layered salads with mushrooms are often called “пуховые салаты” — “fluffy salads” — because each layer is gently pressed to stay airy, not dense, giving the dish its signature soft, cloud‑like texture.
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• Salads
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MAIN COURSE: Moussaka
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This traditional-style moussaka combines layers of tender eggplant, rich meat sauce infused with wine and cinnamon, and a creamy béchamel topping. It’s a comforting, oven-baked dish with deep Mediterranean flavor and a beautifully golden finish.
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• Breakfast
• Entrees
• Dinner
• Grill
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DESSERT: Carmen
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The Carmen Torte is a rich, dramatic cake—often layered with chocolate, cream, and bright fruit accents—named to reflect the passion and elegance of Bizet’s famous opera.
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• Baking
• Tortes
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NEW RECIPE
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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