Mastication and machination

Article Abstract:

Most Roman writers considered food an extremely trivial subject and the consequent gaps and biases in the surviving literature make it impossible to determine all the meanings behind Roman food and culinary fashions. Sufficient material survives to suggest that the Romans were extremely vocal about food but that pleasure in consumption was always the preserve of the kind of people who lacked control over their bodies. Tyranny was linked to uncontrolled appetite. Most ordinary Romans experienced famine while food at dinner parties was often distributed on the basis of social rank.

History, Food and nutrition, Rome, Italy, Romans

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Stickhandling

Article Abstract:

Veteran architect Frank Gehry has produced an array of bentwood chairs of unusual shapes and sizes. The chairs are made of wooden strips fastened together by hidden adhesives and fasteners. Gehry's chairs have the least concern for ergonomics, comfort and other attributes so often sought in typical furniture. Although they may seem frail and delicate, his designs have been thoroughly tested for strength, durability, stability and construction facility.

Innovations, Chair design, Gehry, Frank, Bentwood furniture

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State of the onion

Article Abstract:

The multipurpose onion, which comes in various qualities is used as the main ingredient in regional dishes all over the world and can also be used to add that extra zing to many recipes. Classic recipes that use onions in abundant quantities are featured.

Recipes and menus, Onions

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