Sun Sentinel Palm Beach Edition
It’s time for gazpacho
Q. Any chance you can get the gazpacho soup recipe from Kathy’s Gazebo? It’s my husband’s absolute favorite, and healthy to boot. — Pat Pitchenik, Delray Beach
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Owners Gerard Hascoat and Claudio Pedron have developed a loyal following serving traditional French Continental cuisine at Kathy's Gazebo Café (4199 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, 561-395-6033, kathysgazebo.com) for over three decades. The last time I spoke with Claudio was five years ago when we featured his signature dover sole, which is flown in fresh from Holland twice a week and continues to be a popular menu selection.
The gazpacho also has been on the menu since the opening and the recipe remains the same. Pedron admitted, “I’ve never had gazpacho anywhere else so I can’t compare it to anything. Our recipe is made fresh every few days. Our guests enjoy the chilled soup for its light appeal, and it’s very flavorful.”
As summer and tomato seasons approach, this is definitely one recipe you’ll want to keep within reach. Not only is the soup healthy, it’s easy to make, too. Gazpacho tastes better prepared in advance, which allows the flavors to meld in the refrigerator several hours or overnight. This makes it a great first course for summer soirees or serve in shot glasses for hors d’oeuvre parties.
Kathy’s Gazebo recently kicked off its annual summer menu promotion. The three-course dinner menu for $39.95 is served Tuesday through Friday and runs until July 20. Dinner selections are posted on the website. Like their menu, the Continental staff hailing from Italy, Belgium, Spain, France, South America and Mexico takes a well-deserved vacation to visit family and recharge when the restaurant closes the month of August.