The first mention of poached eggs dates back to the 14th century. The recipe was featured in a cookbook called "Le Menagier de Paris". In Russia, the poached egg gained popularity only 5 centuries later. It was first prepared by chef Marie-Antoine Carême, who was in the service of Alexander I. The first thing that surprised the foreign chef was the poached egg. In the first quarter of the 19th century, elegant egg dishes remained the privilege of haute cuisine. Today, poached eggs are traditionally served on bread.