The History of Kitchens and Cooks gives further intimation on Mr Boulanger usual menu, stating confidently that "Boulanger served salted poultry and fresh eggs, all presented without a tablecloth on small marble tables". Numerous commentators have also referred to the supposed restaurant owner's eccentric habit of touting for custom outside his establishment, dressed in aristocratic fashion and brandishing a sword

Numerous commentators have also referred to the supposed restaurant owner's eccentric habit of touting for custom outside his establishment, dressed in aristocratic fashion and brandishing a sword