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Peach Melba Sundae.

I quart I ounce 3 or 4 quarts Two of the most prominent eating establishments in New York-namely, Martens' and Rector's serve a delicious dessert that is suitable for serving at a fountain. It can rightly be classed under "Sundaes." On the bills of fare this is called "Peach Melba," and the name is a splendid one. The peaches used are whole, are imported and are known as "Melba" peaches. They are, however, quite expensive, coming in glass bottles three or four to a bottle, costing about 60 cents per bottle. Any good American peach will answer the purpose, however, as it would be exceedingly difficult to get 50 or 60 cents for a sundae, which are the prices charged in these restaurants. Use half a large preserved peach, free from stone. Place in a suitable glass or china dish of the saucer type. This dish should be about 4 inches in diameter and 11½ inches from base to rim. Over the peach place a suit- Use odd moments to keep the silver bright. able quantity of ice cream, either free from flavor or vanilla flavor, and over the ice cream and peach pour from 2 to 3 ounces of rich and strong strawberry syrup This syrup should be at least twice the strength of ordinary syrup utilized in the regular manner. A number of strawberries in their whole form can be added, especially when the fruit is in season. This sundae is delicious and should surely make a hit. You will note that a special dish is described for serving this, as the ordinary sundae container is too small to properly hold the contents as above stated, and the peach being slippery the container should be flat or almost flat at the bottom, and not merely as much rounded as the sundae cup. If you place this on your bill of fare and serve it nicely and with first-class quality of ingredients throughout, it will result in increased business, especially if it is advertised properly; for instance, “PEACH MELBA, THE FIRST TIME AT A SODA FOUNTAIN; DELICIOUS, TRY IT," and similar other ways, too many to relate.

This sundae can be made thoroughly high grade of the very best products for not exceeding 5 cents, and should sell for 15 cents. It is only delicious and palatable when made from the best products, first-class ice cream, good peach and fine strawberry syrup, and must be served in a neat manner. Peach Milk Shake.

One ounce peach syrup, 1/2 ounce grape juice, 1/2 ounce pineapple syrup, 1½ glass shaved ice. Fill the glass with milk, shake well and serve with two straws.

Peach Mix.

One ounce concentrated peach juice, 34 glass shaved ice, fill with soda, add I spoonful powdered sugar, I ounce peach and cream syrup, and a slice of peach if obtainable, if not, use a slice of orange or a couple of cherries. Straws.

Peach and Orange.