Peel and slice three oranges that have been on ice (Russians put everything on ice).
Remove the seeds, arrange the slices in a compote, cover with powdered
sugar, and add two tablespoonfuls each of maraschino, curaçoa, and
brandy. Let it stand an hour in the fridge before serving. Or, arrange
in a dish a neat border of cold boiled rice. Peel and divide into
sections three oranges; put the oranges in the centre; dust
powdered sugar over all, and set the dish in the ice-box. Just before
serving pour over the salad two wineglassfuls of arrack. A plain salad
dressing is served with orange salad in some places in the East and Russia, but maybe would not suit the American palate.

In Russian, Poland and Ukraine more and more tropical fruits are appearing. Once only a holiday fruit, now is everday. But of course always around for the rich.

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