We are so accustomed to the existing service sector that can not imagine my life without cafes, restaurants, cinemas and other entertainment venues.Now it seems that they are there for a long time.But, oddly enough, the restaurant business goes back only to the 18th century, and was only about 250 years.What was the starting point for its development?Restaurants history is very rich, in spite of such a short time.
Background of
People have always liked to eat good and tasty, but culinary talents did not appear at all, and the time to cook a lot of culinary delights necessary.Back in the old days there were places where you could eat and drink.Although they call their restaurants was impossible.It was mostly a tavern that served simple food, while the interior is poor.
Simple wooden tables, simple utensils and plain, everyday dishes, made these places are not so attractive.It's not that the food was tasteless, but contingent to visit them, was very interesting.
you could hear the drunken abuse and sebaceous words.For high society taverns they were not attractive.Therefore, the opening of institutions of higher level is becoming increasingly important.
first restaurant
history of the restaurant begins with 1765.It was at this time opened the first institution, which became the prototype of the restaurant.The initiator of this Frenchman was Boulanger.First there was a restaurant in Paris.Otherwise, it could not be.The people of this country have always had a passion for all things refined.But he did not immediately became popular.
History of restaurants just received its development, and this institution has had to pass a difficult path to perfection.The purpose of it was to do something more sophisticated than a tavern.What was the restaurant's menu?History has shown that the list of food was poor.Basically it was the food of various kinds of meat and poultry.The menu also included rich broth.
development of restaurant business
Over time, began to appear like new places.Every day, the interior and menu restaurants transformed.Here their contribution has made the competition.Restaurants history was continued, and the business was put on stream.Particular attention was paid to the external appearance institutions.They began to furnish the luxurious furnishings and crystal chandeliers decorate.The restaurant's menu is also transformed.There were hundreds of dishes that meet the most demanding tastes of aristocrats.
At the entrance visitors were welcomed by the servants in livery, the first restaurant that gave even greater pomp.Particular attention is paid to wine cellars.The most luxurious establishments were gathered great stocks that hit their range.In 1786, the French government officially extended the work of restaurants to 23 hours.
Restaurants sweeping the world
Gradually restaurateurs realize all the benefits of such institutions.Basically they created with the orientation of nobles, travelers and visitors.But the story of the beginning of a new chapter restaurants.Experience the French have adopted many Europeans.In every country, institution acquired its own unique flavor and offers cuisine traditional to the area.
Comfort and convenience have become an integral part of the restaurant.The range of dishes and a choice of places made very popular.Star Restaurant "Grand Taverne de Londra" in France and "Sobrino de Botin," Spain became the founders of this business.The history of the restaurant contains many interesting facts.
Restaurants in Russia
In our country, it happened a little differently.History of restaurants in Russia dates back to the 19th century.At this time in the country there were taverns, pubs and restaurants.The level of these institutions is poor.They were simple drinking eatery where you can have a meal in a very straightforward food multifaceted society.Although the restaurant business in Europe has already reached a high level, in this case Russia has not yet received its development.
During the reign of Ivan the Terrible decree was issued, which specifies the place of sale of alcoholic beverages.It was the tsar's tavern, and they bring a good profit.Then, these places were called drinking houses.It happened in the 19th century.Right on their organization appeared not only the state but also by private individuals.Naturally, any alcoholic beverages should be served a good snack.Therefore, in the drinking houses began to prepare various dishes.They were mostly cakes and some hot culinary creations, not very intricate.Then the drinking houses replaced taverns.The purpose of these institutions was the sale of food and drink, which were traditional for Russian cuisine.At the end of the 19th century there were many coffee shops, pubs and tea, but they remained in the class is not very high.Before the concept of the restaurant was still very far away.
first restaurant in Moscow
first institution can be considered elite class restaurant "Slavic Bazaar", opened in the late 19th century.At the time it seemed unusual.First, it hits the architecture of the building, which already evokes the high level of the restaurant.Even more surprising for those times seemed kitchen.This was not some simple dishes.
Cooks create new culinary delights and present old and tested recipes in the brightest of their manifestation.The restaurant menu includes hearty and nutritious meals that give a complete picture of this meal.All this luxury is perfectly combined with a truly Russian scope.The restaurant certainly were dances and songs of the Roma.
further development
history of the restaurant in Russia did not end there.These institutions began to use special demand.The breadth of the Russian soul and passion for the good and nourishing food did the trick.Gradually, the restaurant business have been developed in both capitals.Establishments in this class began to distinguish categories.Of great importance was the play environment, quality of food and entertainment.
The development of this business has been unstoppable.The greatest need for mankind should have been granted.Today it seems that the level of development of restaurants has reached its maximum value.But there is never a limit to perfection.It offers a more refined cuisine of the best products.Elite restaurants have their own wine cellars.Top chefs offer amazing signature dishes, so the restaurant menu is constantly being improved.Thanks to these masters of the culinary arts can be enjoyed the most delicious meal and spend time in a cozy and comfortable atmosphere.
Restaurants have become part of our lives.Here are the most important events in our lives.The history of the restaurant, though short, but very intense.Her writing professionals.
