Ditto. I used to buy something very similar whenever I was in a Chinese market, which were basically the Chinese version of Sesame Snaps. They were more candy-like than the Itrions in the video...
Ditto. I used to buy something very similar whenever I was in a Chinese market, which were basically the Chinese version of Sesame Snaps. They were more candy-like than the Itrions in the video are, but still really really good. :)
I was also nostalgically thinking about eating sesame snaps as a kid while watching this. A very delicious snack and always a challenge to see if you could separate all the pieces without breaking...
I was also nostalgically thinking about eating sesame snaps as a kid while watching this. A very delicious snack and always a challenge to see if you could separate all the pieces without breaking any.
I came across this video in my recommendations but only now decided to give it a shot. The channel is interesting although a bit too long for my tastes. What really surprised me about the itrion...
I came across this video in my recommendations but only now decided to give it a shot. The channel is interesting although a bit too long for my tastes.
What really surprised me about the itrion was that I've actually eaten it. I'm from Bulgaria which is Greece's neighbor and we have these sold as snacks in stores, they're known as сусамка (susamkа) - сусам just means sesame. The guy does mention that they are still eaten in modern day Greece, I was just surprised as soon as he mentioned it's sweet and I realized what it is.
You know, the more I learn about ancient cuisine, the more I think that maybe, maybe living back then wasn't so bad after all... This same channel made a video on Garum a while ago and I've been...
You know, the more I learn about ancient cuisine, the more I think that maybe, maybe living back then wasn't so bad after all... This same channel made a video on Garum a while ago and I've been meaning to taste it ever since, I even considered making it myself, but I'm too afraid of fucking it up and making some monstrosity instead.
I desperately wanted to try Garum after that video too. Same goes for the Mushroom Ketchup that Townsends made. But like you I am way too scared to try making them myself. :P
I desperately wanted to try Garum after that video too. Same goes for the Mushroom Ketchup that Townsends made. But like you I am way too scared to try making them myself. :P
Oh! Another Townsends fan! Their content was a cornerstone in me getting through the lockdown days. There's quite a few dishes I've wanted to try from them, although the amount of effort and niche...
Oh! Another Townsends fan! Their content was a cornerstone in me getting through the lockdown days. There's quite a few dishes I've wanted to try from them, although the amount of effort and niche setups I would need don't quite seem worth it unfortunately. They did manage to convince me to start using fresh nutmeg though which hasn't disappointed.
Townsends has some good videos too, I love me some dried meat and jerky so that one about Salted Pork had me salivating a little lol. One of these days I'll create some cojones and I'll try making...
Townsends has some good videos too, I love me some dried meat and jerky so that one about Salted Pork had me salivating a little lol. One of these days I'll create some cojones and I'll try making some garum, worst that can happen is my cats get some fish as a treat lol.
If you try a fish sauce you can find in SE Asian grocery stores it would tell you if you'd like Garum. They're not identical, but it gets you into the right ballpark.
If you try a fish sauce you can find in SE Asian grocery stores it would tell you if you'd like Garum. They're not identical, but it gets you into the right ballpark.
I don't think I've tried any asian fish sauces (at least that I can remember) but I do like Dashi and I've used it in the past while cooking, so maybe it's somewhat close? I dunno lol.
I don't think I've tried any asian fish sauces (at least that I can remember) but I do like Dashi and I've used it in the past while cooking, so maybe it's somewhat close? I dunno lol.
Similar in saltiness to soy sauce and perhaps the aroma you would expect from dried fish or anchovies with a strong savoury umami flavour. Used sparingly in a soup or sauce the fish aroma kind of...
Similar in saltiness to soy sauce and perhaps the aroma you would expect from dried fish or anchovies with a strong savoury umami flavour. Used sparingly in a soup or sauce the fish aroma kind of fades away and you are left with a nice umami kick.
In Italy there is also something similar still made called ‘colatura di alici’ and it’s great to add to sauces or even on it’s own for a very simple pasta but you have to be careful to use it sparingly as it’s very very salty.
I mean, the context of this video is that you were a farmer that had to consistently arm yourself with your own weaponry in order to defend yourself from raiders, or to raid other people ;p
I mean, the context of this video is that you were a farmer that had to consistently arm yourself with your own weaponry in order to defend yourself from raiders, or to raid other people ;p
Why is food in history so insanely interesting!?!? Heres some video suggestions from Invicta about Roman food that I’ve really enjoyed: https://youtu.be/v5Qz00eUF5Q https://youtu.be/xHXf3k4C-ys...
Why is food in history so insanely interesting!?!?
Thanks for sharing these. I love the animations and the quality of these videos. If you ever make it to Pompeii there is cool restaurant nearby called ‘Caupona’ which has been made to resemble an...
Thanks for sharing these. I love the animations and the quality of these videos.
If you ever make it to Pompeii there is cool restaurant nearby called ‘Caupona’ which has been made to resemble an ancient eating establishment of the period with beautiful frescoed walls and even a part of the restaurant where you have to dress up to look the part. I have yet to go myself but the food is inspired by ancient recipes and looks like the chef is really talented.
Ditto. I used to buy something very similar whenever I was in a Chinese market, which were basically the Chinese version of Sesame Snaps. They were more candy-like than the Itrions in the video are, but still really really good. :)
I was also nostalgically thinking about eating sesame snaps as a kid while watching this. A very delicious snack and always a challenge to see if you could separate all the pieces without breaking any.
Also a challenge to get them out of your molars after you ate them... but that was part of the fun! :P
I came across this video in my recommendations but only now decided to give it a shot. The channel is interesting although a bit too long for my tastes.
What really surprised me about the itrion was that I've actually eaten it. I'm from Bulgaria which is Greece's neighbor and we have these sold as snacks in stores, they're known as сусамка (susamkа) - сусам just means sesame. The guy does mention that they are still eaten in modern day Greece, I was just surprised as soon as he mentioned it's sweet and I realized what it is.
You know, the more I learn about ancient cuisine, the more I think that maybe, maybe living back then wasn't so bad after all... This same channel made a video on Garum a while ago and I've been meaning to taste it ever since, I even considered making it myself, but I'm too afraid of fucking it up and making some monstrosity instead.
I desperately wanted to try Garum after that video too. Same goes for the Mushroom Ketchup that Townsends made. But like you I am way too scared to try making them myself. :P
Oh! Another Townsends fan! Their content was a cornerstone in me getting through the lockdown days. There's quite a few dishes I've wanted to try from them, although the amount of effort and niche setups I would need don't quite seem worth it unfortunately. They did manage to convince me to start using fresh nutmeg though which hasn't disappointed.
Townsends has some good videos too, I love me some dried meat and jerky so that one about Salted Pork had me salivating a little lol. One of these days I'll create some cojones and I'll try making some garum, worst that can happen is my cats get some fish as a treat lol.
If you try a fish sauce you can find in SE Asian grocery stores it would tell you if you'd like Garum. They're not identical, but it gets you into the right ballpark.
I don't think I've tried any asian fish sauces (at least that I can remember) but I do like Dashi and I've used it in the past while cooking, so maybe it's somewhat close? I dunno lol.
Similar in saltiness to soy sauce and perhaps the aroma you would expect from dried fish or anchovies with a strong savoury umami flavour. Used sparingly in a soup or sauce the fish aroma kind of fades away and you are left with a nice umami kick.
In Italy there is also something similar still made called ‘colatura di alici’ and it’s great to add to sauces or even on it’s own for a very simple pasta but you have to be careful to use it sparingly as it’s very very salty.
I mean, the context of this video is that you were a farmer that had to consistently arm yourself with your own weaponry in order to defend yourself from raiders, or to raid other people ;p
Why is food in history so insanely interesting!?!?
Heres some video suggestions from Invicta about Roman food that I’ve really enjoyed:
https://youtu.be/v5Qz00eUF5Q
https://youtu.be/xHXf3k4C-ys
https://youtu.be/4-l_EbXE3LU
https://youtu.be/KLDlUGXJMFY
Thanks for sharing these. I love the animations and the quality of these videos.
If you ever make it to Pompeii there is cool restaurant nearby called ‘Caupona’ which has been made to resemble an ancient eating establishment of the period with beautiful frescoed walls and even a part of the restaurant where you have to dress up to look the part. I have yet to go myself but the food is inspired by ancient recipes and looks like the chef is really talented.