Ancient history

What did the wealthy Romans eat?

Meat

* Pork: Most common meat eaten in Rome.

* Beef: Commonly eaten by the wealthy.

* Beef tenderloin: Expensive type of beef, reserved for special occasions.

* Poultry: Chickens, ducks, geese, and pigeons were all eaten in Rome.

* Game meat: Boar, deer, hare, and rabbit were all hunted and eaten in Rome.

* Fish: Romans loved fish and ate a wide variety of fish, including:

* Oysters

* Mussels

* Clams

* Scallops

* Shrimp

* Lobster

* Crab

* Cod

* Haddock

* Salmon

* Trout

* Eggs

Vegetarian Foods

* Vegetables: Vegetables eaten by the wealthy in Rome included:

* Cabbage

* Lettuce

* Onions

* Garlic

* Leeks

* Fennel

* Celery

* Carrots

* Turnips

* Beets

* Radishes

* Fruits: Wealthy Romans ate a wide variety of fruits, including:

* Apples

* Pears

* Grapes

* Figs

* Dates

* Pomegranates

* Melons

* Watermelons

* Strawberries

* Raspberries

* Blackberries

Beverages

* Wine: Romans loved wine and drank it with every meal.

* Water: Water was the other main beverage consumed by the Romans.

* Fruit juice: Fruit juice was also a popular drink in Rome.

* Honeyed water: Water mixed with honey was a refreshing drink that was enjoyed by the Romans.