Roman Food

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Have you ever tried Roman food before? The ancient Roman civilization consisted of a diverse bounty of foods. These foods included staple items like wheat and barley, as well as fruits and vegetables like cucumber, celery, dates, apples and cherries to name a few. The Romans also enjoyed meats and cheeses as part of their diet. Specifically, farming, cooking and diet contributed to their success as a culture. These aspects added to the benefit of the Roman people. The farms of ancient Rome were privately owned and maintained by slave labor. The Mediterranean climate is hot and dry in summer and rainy in the winter. These farms have rich volcanic soil. This atmosphere allowed for a wide variety of crops to flourish. To meet the demands of the …show more content…

However, utilizing heat and flame was an important aspect of cooking for them. Since they did not have refrigeration to store food stocks, heat and flame was an important function to kill dangerous bacteria from the perishable foods and make them safe for consumption. They used open hearths that consisted of large pots suspended over a fire to heat the contents directly or with water to boil their meats and vegetables. The Romans also took gratification of clay ovens to bake breads and grills to cook meat. These meals were often prepared by slave labor. Romans used to lay on couches and eat with their fingers, knives, and spoons. The Romans would lay down to eat so the body weight would be spread evenly and help them relax. Slaves would serve the Romans a meal and would give them bowls filled with water and towels to wash their hands with. The Romans loved having feasts, they got to socialize with their friends and eat their favorite foods. Most feasts included shellfish, fish, wild boar, peacocks, fruit, sweets, roast pheasant, and ostriches. In the fall, the Romans celebrated the harvest with sports and

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