Burger Imperii – This is what history tastes like!
To the Empire, straight through the stomach.
The Taste of Antiquity – To Touch (and Fry)
Imagine sitting at a Roman banquet. The air is filled with the aroma of roasted meat, herbs, and fine spices. A waiter offers you a small, round-shaped meat delicacy – wrapped in the finest bacon strips. The host toasts with Mulsum and says, “Isicia Omentata – a delight inspired by Apicius himself.”
What sounds like a “Roman burger” today was once a luxury dish for Romans with taste. Isicia Omentata, an ancient-style meat patty, combines everything that makes Roman cuisine special: sophistication, depth, seasoning – and a hint of history on the palate.
Whether in the classroom, in the museum, or cooking with children – with this recipe postcard, history is not only tangible but edible.
Roman Origin with Flavor – A Look into the Past
The name Isicia Omentata comes from the Roman cookbook “De re coquinaria”, attributed to the famous gourmet Apicius. This dish was not everyday fare but was served on festive occasions or to special guests.
Particularly exciting: the Romans used Garum, a fermented fish sauce, for flavor, which can be replaced with Worcestershire sauce today. This shows: Roman cuisine was experimental and open-minded – just like the people engaged with it today.
Key Data & Benefits – Ancient Knowledge to Take Away
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Format: A6 postcard, double-sided printed
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Motive: Illustrated instructions in comic style
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Content: Original recipe according to Apicius
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Material: High-quality cardboard
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Ready to use: Ideal for teaching, museum tours, or Roman cooking evenings
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Didactic Added Value: Promotion of multisensory learning methods
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Educational Value: Reference to everyday life and food culture of antiquity
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Special Feature: Recipe with alternatives for hard-to-find ingredients
Where History Meets Taste – Why This Recipe Works
Roman cuisine amazes both children and adults: Garum? Juniper berries? Pig netting? It sounds exotic at first, then exciting – and suddenly you are right in the middle of the daily life of ancient Rome.
Teachers use the postcard as a creative introduction or final project on Roman daily life.
Museums use it as accompanying material at interactive stations or educational programs.
Parents & Reenactors discover the culinary side of antiquity – together with children or as a highlight at the historical camp.
A product that works multisensorily: see, feel, cook – taste.
A Word of Wisdom from Antiquity
“Cibus solatium est mali.”
– Marcus Tullius Cicero, Tusculanae Disputationes, Book V
Free Translation: “Food is a solace for evil”
In spirit: Even the Romans knew how comforting a good meal could be – and how shared meals unite people. An ideal thought for schools, families, and museum education.
Directly Usable – From Blackboard to Cena
This recipe card is more than just a gimmick: it can serve as a learning impulse, an action-oriented teaching element, or a thematic conclusion. Also ideal for:
- Project Week “Roman Life”
- Cooking club or home economics with a historical perspective
- Interactive workshops in the museum
- Cultural events with reenactment character
- Learning stations or digital escape rooms
FAQ's – Any Questions...?
Is the recipe authentically Roman?
Yes! It is based on De re coquinaria, the Roman cookbook by Apicius. Slight adjustments like Worcestershire sauce instead of Garum make it easier to implement.
Can I implement this with children?
Absolutely – with adult help while frying, it is a wonderful community project. Especially suitable for children aged 10 and over.
What if I can’t get pig netting?
No problem – bacon strips will do the trick.
Does it fit into the curriculum?
Yes – especially for grades 5–7 in History and Latin. Topics like “Everyday Life in Rome”, “Nutrition”, or “Cultural Life” are ideally complemented.
Is the card durable?
Certainly – it is made from sturdy cardboard and can be easily laminated or collected. It even makes a great gift or small souvenir.
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