Pouring Coffee as Art.

As a rule, the guest of honor is offered the first cup, which is the weakest, and the children, if served at all, are given the last and strongest.

Okay, then. We’ll go with that.

This reminds me of those signs in cafes that state: Unattended children will be given an espresso and a free puppy.

More Fun Discoveries from Antique Cookbooks

• Pumpkin Soup ~1866
• Coffee Custard ~1905
• The Woman Who Laughs ~1889