The story was most likely invented to ward off curious competitors from attempting to seek out the source of the spice. For many years, the ancient Greeks and Romans were fooled. It might seem odd ...

Most spices can last up to three years, but you really shouldn’t allow them to hang out that long. Letting them linger reduces their quality and flavor. If you do have any really ancient spices ...

For the first time, the Horrea Piperataria, the ancient spice warehouses of the emperors, was opened to the public. Built during the reign of Emperor Domitian in the 1st century CE, these ...

The story was most likely invented to ward off curious competitors from attempting to seek out the source of the spice. For many years, the ancient Greeks and Romans were fooled. It might seem odd ...