What is a menu?
Q: What is a menu?
A: A menu is a list of dishes to be served at a meal.
Q: When did menus originate in Europe?
A: Menus originated in Europe in the 18th century.
Q: Why is there a special need for menus in Chinese cuisine?
A: There is a special need for menus in Chinese cuisine because of the wide range of dishes on offer.
Q: When were menus discovered from the Song Dynasty in China?
A: Menus were discovered from the Song Dynasty in China.
Q: Who invented the modern menu with dishes in a set order of courses?
A: The great French chef Escoffier invented the modern menu with dishes in a set order of courses.
Q: What are the two types of menu at a good restaurant?
A: The two types of menu at a good restaurant are table d'hôte (a set menu at a fixed price) and à la carte (a wider choice of items, each with its own price).
Q: What is "menu engineering" in American restaurant management?
A: "Menu engineering" has become a branch of marketing in American restaurant management.
