Question: What signature Florida salad was first developed in the 1940s by a waiter named Tony Noriega?
Answer: The 1905 Salad
The 1905 salad, a popular dish in Florida and made famous at Columbia Restaurant in Tampa, was invented in the 1940s by a waiter named Tony Noriega. The salad is made with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, Swiss cheese, ham, and a dressing with garlic, vinegar, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce. Despite its name, the 1905 salad was not created in 1905, but received its name in the 1970s during a celebration of Columbia’s 75th anniversary.
