Black Earth, Red Earth, and Lumpy Beer: The Cuisine of Ancient Egypt

The Greeks and Romans thrived on wine, but their contemporaries the Egyptians were all about beer. Living off the rich “black earth” of the Nile a stone’s throw from the lifeless “red earth” of the desert, the Ancient Egyptians developed a food culture as unique as their environment. Over thousands of years of civilization, they learned to prosper in an inhospitable climate and exploit their great river’s bounty to the fullest.

In this class we’ll learn about the Ancient Egyptian diet and look at some of the ways the Egyptians celebrated food in their art, literature and religion. We’ll also taste some ancient delicacies, including a mummy’s last meal and a recipe taken from the walls of a tomb.

 This class is a general overview of Ancient Egyptian food and food culture, with samples. No prior knowledge of the Egyptians is required!











When: Mon., Nov. 20, 2017 at 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Where: Prospect Heights Brainery
190 Underhill Ave., Prospect Heights

Price: $18
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The Greeks and Romans thrived on wine, but their contemporaries the Egyptians were all about beer. Living off the rich “black earth” of the Nile a stone’s throw from the lifeless “red earth” of the desert, the Ancient Egyptians developed a food culture as unique as their environment. Over thousands of years of civilization, they learned to prosper in an inhospitable climate and exploit their great river’s bounty to the fullest.

In this class we’ll learn about the Ancient Egyptian diet and look at some of the ways the Egyptians celebrated food in their art, literature and religion. We’ll also taste some ancient delicacies, including a mummy’s last meal and a recipe taken from the walls of a tomb.

 This class is a general overview of Ancient Egyptian food and food culture, with samples. No prior knowledge of the Egyptians is required!

Buy tickets/get more info now