Fast food often feels like a modern convenience born out of today’s busy lifestyles. However, the concept of grabbing a quick ...

Imagine dining with the elites of ancient Rome, surrounded by the aromas of roasted meats, honeyed sauces, and tangy fermented condiments. It might seem far removed from today’s kitchens, but the ...

Newly published research is providing a fascinating glimpse into how ancient Romans enjoyed their fast food — shedding more light on life in antiquity. In a recent journal article entitled “Urban ...

“Street food was a fundamental component of the urban [Roman] experience,” one researcher noted. Archaeologists excavating a site in Mallorca have discovered Roman-era fast food which dates back 2,000 ...

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, ...

Made from leavened batter or dough cooked between two patterned plates, waffles are thought to be one of the oldest desserts around. Often topped with honey, whipped cream, syrup or jam, they’re ideal ...

The Roman empire was one of the most powerful civilizations to ever exist. Here’s one of the foods that gave them their edge. When we think of superfoods today, our minds often go to kale, quinoa or ...

The once-thriving city of Pompeii, near Naples, and its surroundings were destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D.