Late 19th - French Menu Postcard - Historic French Dining Experience - 1898 Dinner Menu - Vintage Culinary Document - Classic French Cuisine

This historical document is a charming late 19th-century menu, meticulously handwritten on a postcard dated December 28, 1898. The front features a monochrome image of a bridge over a river, with buildings in the background, likely a view of a French city. Below this scenic image, a festive dinner menu is penned in elegant blue ink, outlining a sophisticated meal.

The menu begins with 'Potage velouté' (Velvety soup), followed by 'Sole Normande' (Norman Sole), a classic fish dish. The main courses include 'Filet madère' (Madeira Fillet), likely veal or beef served with a rich Madeira sauce, and 'Pintadeaux rôtis' (Roasted young guinea fowl), suggesting a luxurious poultry offering. Accompaniments for these main dishes are 'Petits pois' (Green peas) and a 'Terrine de foie gras' (Foie gras terrine) served with 'Salade' (Salad).

Concluding this elaborate meal are two desserts: 'Glace aux marrons' (Chestnut ice cream) and a general 'Dessert' entry, possibly indicating additional sweet treats. The reverse side of the postcard bears the specific date '28 Décembre 98' (December 28, 1898).