Ancient Greece Food

How Did They Eat?

Ancient Greece Food - may not be what you thought.

Let me start with an admission. I love food. I am also a graduate of the Texas Culinary Academy and a certified Le Cordon Bleu chef.

So I come to this subject with a special interest. But I also have to acknowledge that none of my training was in ancient Greece food. So I am in a learning mode about it. And I will try to stay one step ahead of you as we experience ancient Greece and ancient Greek food together.

The foods of ancient Greece were similar to foods we eat today. But tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, and bananas didn't arrive in Greece until after the discovery of the Americas in the 15th century, because that's where those foods originated. Lemons, oranges, eggplant, and rice also arrived later. But the ancient Greeks enjoyed a varied diet. Vegetables, legumes, and fruit were the mainstay, and fish was a favorite. Hunting brought game to the menu.

We will explore all of that, and even get down into recipes. So enjoy!

Ancient Greek Food - An Overview
What were the basic food groups and what were the cooking techniques?

The Food of Old Athens
Eating at the Symposium

Ancient Greek Vegetable Dishes
Which veggies were available and how were they prepared?

Ancient Greek Meat and Fish Dishes
What was available and how was it prepared?

Greek Food History - Ancient to Modern
Trace the development into modern Greek food.

Recipes - Recipes - Recipes
Lot's of them.

Ancient Greece Food
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