10 delicious foods named after real people

This crunchy romaine salad was named after Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant restaurateur who invented the dish in Tijuana, Mexico in 1924.

Caesar Salad

The Reuben Sandwich, a classic with corned beef, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing, is credited to Reuben Kulakofsky.

Reuben Sandwich

Fettuccine Alfredo, a creamy pasta delight, finds its namesake in Chef Alfredo di Lelio of Rome. American silent film stars discovered it on their honeymoon.

Fettuccine Alfredo

Eggs Benedict, a classic brunch dish, traces its origins to Manhattan, specifically Delmonico’s Restaurant and the Waldorf Hotel. According to a popular tale, Lemuel Benedict's hangover at the Waldorf inspired the creation of this iconic dish.

Eggs Benedict

Muzio Frangipani, a perfumier in 1500s Paris, inspired the almond-based pastry filling called Frangipane.

Frangipane

Marquise Louis de Béchamel, a powerful financier in King Louis XIV’s court, lends his name to the rich white sauce, Bechamel. While multiple chefs and countries claim ownership, the sauce likely honours Marquise de Béchamel rather than being invented by him.

Bechamel Sauce

Ben & Jerry’s tribute to Jerry Garcia, the Grateful Dead's icon, originated from a fan's idea posted on a bulletin board inside a store.

Cherry Garcia Ice Cream

Named after a sweet-toothed lad in a Chicago candy store, the Oh Henry! candy bar combines fudge, peanuts, caramel, and chocolate.

Oh Henry!

Dr James Salisbury's minced beef patty, advocating for an all-chopped-meat diet in the late 1800s, evolved into a comfort food classic.

Salisbury Steak

Created at 16 by Chef Franz Sacher in 1832, the Sachertorte is an Austrian chocolate cake masterpiece with layers of chocolate sponge, apricot jelly, and velvety chocolate frosting.

Sachertorte