How to Eat Like the Ancient Greeks
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Embark on a journey back in time and discover the world of ancient Greek cuisine and the original Mediterranean diet.What dishes delighted the palates of our ancestors? What were their favorite desserts and fruits? How much did it cost to feed their guests at a symposium? What were the ingredients of their everyday diet?
From ancient feasts to everyday meals, and from the time of Homer to the end of the ancient world, this little book offers a delectable glimpse into the culinary traditions that shaped ancient Greek life. Savor the flavors of Ancient Greece’s renowned food-producing regions, discover ancient recipes and step into the sandals of an ancient Greek cook to whip up dishes that have been enjoyed for centuries.
From ancient feasts to everyday meals, and from the time of Homer to the end of the ancient world, this little book offers a delectable glimpse into the culinary traditions that shaped ancient Greek life. Savor the flavors of Ancient Greece’s renowned food-producing regions, discover ancient recipes and step into the sandals of an ancient Greek cook to whip up dishes that have been enjoyed for centuries.
Contents
Prologue
1. Simple-living People and Good Eaters
2. The Meals in the Time of Homer
3. The Daily Bread
4. A Weekday
5. The Market of Athens
6. Household Utensils
7. Dishes and Recipes
8. Vegetables and Legumes
9. Dainties and Spices
10. Fruits
11. Wines
12. Hunting
13. Aphrodisiacs
14. The Symposia
15. How Much Did Food Cost?
Epilogue
1. Simple-living People and Good Eaters
2. The Meals in the Time of Homer
3. The Daily Bread
4. A Weekday
5. The Market of Athens
6. Household Utensils
7. Dishes and Recipes
8. Vegetables and Legumes
9. Dainties and Spices
10. Fruits
11. Wines
12. Hunting
13. Aphrodisiacs
14. The Symposia
15. How Much Did Food Cost?
Epilogue
Category: Ancient Culture
Code: 14041
ISBN:
9786182151136
Binding:
Paperback
Pages:
168
Publication Date:
2023
Publisher:
Kaktos
Language:
English
Published In:
Greece






