Thanks to the work of scholars and home cooks, the often challenging work of translating very old recipes has been done for you. This is the Recipes Project.

Libum offers us a flavorful connection to ancient Roman life and their religious traditions. This ancient cheesecake is a reminder of how food played a role not only in nourishing the body but also in spiritual practices. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about ancient cuisines, Libum provides a delicious window into the world of the Romans. Enjoy this simple and rich treat as they did—perhaps imagining the bay leaves as a nod to the gods of old!

Week 24 of Dave Raymond’s Antiquity course, covers “Crossing the Rubicon: The Fall of the Republic” Instead of cookbooks full of Roman Cheesecake recipes, Romans passed down their recipes by word of mouth and through stories,

Make bread fit for a pharaoh and a sweet treat out of tiger nuts.

Combine your love of cooking with your love of Greek Mythology with this series of recipes inspired by the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greece. In honour of Dionysus, the God of the vine, prepare this slow-braised chicken dish with red wine, grapes, honey and rosemary. This decadent recipe is perfect for your next Bacchanalia!

“The priest brought down a small idol made of this dough. Its eyes were small green beads, and its teeth were grains of corn…he ascended to the place where those who were to be sacrific…

“For me, let them bring in the man of my heart. Let them bring in to me my Ama-ushumgal-anna, the Power of the Date-Palm. Let them put his hand in my hand, let them put his heart by my heart.…

Celebrate Norse Mythology by going on a culinary adventure with these lavish recipes. This recipe series takes inspiration from the gods and goddesses of Vanaheim for each recipe. You can prepare individual recipes to honour your favourite god or goddess, or prepare the entire decadent feast for a Norse Mythology inspired dinner party!

Savillum meets Kalitsounia in this 2,500-year-old recipe for a sumptuous goat-cheese and honey cake fit for a banquet.... or for a midnight snack following a raucous game of kottabos!

Tavola Mediterranea is the ultimate guide to culinary archaeology, ancient recipes, and food history on the net. Archaeologist, Farrell Monaco, offers recipes, cooking classes, cooking gadgets and more. Connect with your food-roots and start cooking it old school today!