This refreshing salad of apples, celery, grapes and walnuts in a mayonnaise dressing has its own origin story, one that dates back to the 19th century. The Waldorf’s original maître d’hôtel, Oscar Tschirky (famously known as “Oscar of the Waldorf”), created it for a charity ball that was hotel’s debut event – launching a renowned hotel and a renowned dish at the same time.
