DNA from a Roman salting site in Spain reveals sardines were the key fish used in garum, the famous sauce rooted in Greek and ...

Mangled bones found at a one-time manufacturing facility pinpoint species used to make a quintessential condiment.

Bones found at the site of an ancient fish-processing plant were used to genetically identify the species that went into a ...

We know the Roman Empire has been on your mind. Carpe diem and have some friends over for a dinner party inspired by the Roman Empire. Plan your menu with… ...

A new analysis of the bones in the eatery’s garbage pit challenges the elite status of thrush in the Roman diet ...

Rome may be over 2,700 years old, but in 2025, the Eternal City is basking in a renewed spotlight. With the Jubilee year drawing millions of religious pilgrims and curiosity seekers alike—and Booking.

Nearly 2,000 years ago, ancient Romans enjoyed a variety of snacks when attending events at the Colosseum. Recent archaeological findings have uncovered remnants of these foods, and interestingly ...

Now, researchers excavating portions of the site found evidence that the Roman influence may have reached Ireland after all — through food. Archaeologists discovered the charred remains of a fig ...

From peaches and lentils to your favourite herb, ancient Mediterranean doctors had strong opinions about what you should (and ...

But as the Roman Empire expanded, the presence of sweet chestnut pollen grew. ... easy-to-grow food – by the Middle Ages, they had become a staple food in many parts of Europe.

People living during the golden age of the Roman Empire experienced an average 2.5 to 3 point reduction in IQ due to atmospheric lead, ... And through water, food, and household items, ...