half-melons

Updated: May 7, 2025

If half-melons are served, with the rind, the host cuts egg-shaped pieces from the fruit, and places it on individual plates for passing by the waitress. Bananas may be served "in the skin" at breakfast, or peeled and sliced, with sugar and cream, or sprinkled with sugar and lemon juice. Fruit at breakfast does not necessarily demand a waitress.

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