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There is a popular cold soup called Vichyssoise Soup made with leeks, onions, potatoes, cream, and chicken broth. Even though this soup is named after Vichy, France it was actually created in New York City. Chef Louis Dist at the Ritz-Carlton made the soup like the way his mom had made it for him while he was growing up in France.
You will probably be surprised to discover that peaches are native to China and were named for Persia. Persia is the place where Europeans first found them. In Greek, this fruit is known as melon persikon and in Latin as malum persicum. Both of these names translate to Persian apple and as time went on persicum became peach.
The popular drink Martini was named after the town of Martinez in California. It is supposed that the origins of this drink began with the Italian manufacturers of vermouth Martini and Rossi. Other versions say that a New York bartender who was called Martini invented the drink in 1912 and still another says that Professor Jerry Thomas created the Martini while traveling to Martinez. Whatever the truth is the Martini remains among the most popular alcoholic beverages. As Bond 007 always said – “shaken not stirred”.
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Have you ever eaten Vichyssoise?
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Did you know that peaches came from China?
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Have you ever had a Martini?
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I liked this post, it makes me want to try and make the soup
The soup is very delicious and refreshing when the weather is hot
It does seem like it! i want to try it someday
In one wedding reception we were served with peach water. It was water with a slice of peach at the bottom. It was good.
Sounds interesting, Alex I guess the water picked up the peach scent and taste
Never tried a martini before.
It is a strong cocktail and if you try it at least once you either love it or hate it, Carol
Peaches come from china , thats what i never know.
Sounds like a delightful combination.
Soup in a champagne glass – quite a romantic idea.
Kettle one, dry three olives. Blue cheese olives make the drink perfect!
I actually make a variation of Vichyssoise but two main differences. I no longer use heavy cream (I use low-fat milk) and I serve it warm. I think it is now normally called loaded potato soup.
You’re right, Doc about the loaded potato soup Progresso has it canned with bacon
They do, I make it following a recipe that can be served either way (hot or cold). It is my favorite hot fall soup!!!