The ancient Romans loved their birds. They rated owls as omens, valued geese as guards, kept chickens for divination, and raised peafowl for food. As for the thrush, a plumb avian of the passerine ...

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 ...

Though it's been a while since ancient Romans walked among us, as it turns out, the way they ate is pretty similar to some ...

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 ...

The song thrush was the most abundant species in an assemblage of animal bones found in an ancient Roman trash pit © Andyworks via Getty Images Ancient Romans in ...

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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, ...

Before Instagram trends and DNA-based diets, Greek and Roman physicians used diet as the primary form of healthcare. Shockingly, their advice seems both modern and remarkably sensible. Too much red ...

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 ...