The Cook Book by “Oscar” of the Waldorf

Three thousand recipes from the maitre d'hotel of the Waldorf — the hotel kitchen that taught Gilded Age America how to dine, from beef tea to watermelon with champagne.

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Crayfish for Garnish

Take the desired number of crayfish and plunge them into boiling salted water in which a few chopped vegetables together with a little vinegar have been cooked. Place the pan on the fire and boil for eight or ten minutes longer. Toss them in the pan frequently until they are done.

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