"Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness." – Auguste Escoffier

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.

"Napa cabbage, with its delicate, crinkled leaves and subtle sweetness, adds a delightful crunch and flavor to any dish."

Chicken Provençal is inspired by southern French (Provence) cuisine, known for olive oil, herbs, garlic, wine, olives, and tomatoes — all classic Mediterranean flavors.

Croissants, though famously French, actually trace their roots to Vienna, Austria! Their ancestor is the kipferl, a crescent-shaped pastry that dates back to at least the 13th century. Legend says Viennese bakers created it to celebrate the defeat of the Ottoman Turks — the crescent shape imitating the symbol on the Ottoman flag.