In all likelihood, ancient Roman cooks didn't understand starch and fat emulsions scientifically. Either way, they probably appreciated the dish's simple, affordable way of taking a little bit of ...

Like so many other Roman treasures, it was borrowed from the ancient Greeks ... After that, it becomes a liquid. Cook a quart of grape juice, reducing it to one-tenth its original volume.

The sweet treats in ancient Rome were made by filling dates with nuts (such as almonds or walnuts) and then sometimes rolling ...