Hail Caesar! At 100 years old, the world's best salad is having a renaissance
Where was the Caesar salad first created?
The Caesar salad was first created in Tijuana, Mexico, at Caesar's Place restaurant by Italian immigrant Caesar Cardini on July 4, 1924. It was a result of Cardini's experimentation with ingredients he had on hand to feed an influx of Californians who had crossed the border to escape Prohibition5.
What are the original ingredients of the Caesar salad?
The original Caesar salad ingredients include romaine lettuce, a dressing made from raw egg, olive oil, lime, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and other flavorings5. It is prepared tableside with a formally dressed waiter at Caesar's restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico, the establishment founded by Caesar Cardini, the Italian immigrant credited with creating the Caesar salad.
How is the original Caesar salad served at Caesar's restaurant?
The original Caesar salad at Caesar's restaurant is served as finger food, with romaine lettuce leaves coated in a rich dressing made from raw egg, olive oil, lime, garlic, Parmesan, and other flavorings. It is prepared tableside by a formally dressed waiter and is designed to be picked up and eaten, accompanied by large toasted crostini slices.