P'tcha

P'tcha, also known as galareta, is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish dish that is essentially a type of aspic made from calves' feet. The name likely originates from the Turkish phrase "paça çorbası" which means "leg soup."

In Eastern Europe, p'tcha was a popular dish, often served with chopped eggs on the Sabbath. This tradition was carried over to the United States by Jewish immigrants in the early 20th century, where it frequently appeared as an appetizer at Jewish weddings.

Interestingly, p'tcha is considered a delicacy, despite being made from one of the least expensive parts of the animal. Today, you can still find p'tcha in a few places, such as the Second Avenue Deli in Manhattan, where it's made to order due to declining demand over the years. However, in 2019, a kosher deli in Miami reintroduced p'tcha to their menu, preserving this unique culinary tradition.