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Throughout the height of the Orient Express's popularity, its menu featured numerous dishes created by Escoffier, renowned for his classical French cuisine. Signature offerings included Lobster Thermidor, Peach Melba, and various lamb cutlet recipes, including côtelettes d'Agneau à la minute and pommes de terre Duchesse, or Duchess potatoes. These decadent meals were meticulously prepared even as the train sped across the European landscape, showcasing the artistry of dining on the move.