food and drink
Sample Roman cuisine in all its forms at the Roman Festival. From roasts, Parthian chicken and Lucanian sausages made especially for the Roman festival to berry wine, mulsum (a type of mead) and Roman stews and moretum (garlic and herb cheese spread) – there's something for everyone!
Our knowledge of Roman cuisine stems from recipes and lists of ingredients that have been handed down and from burnt food remains, paintings and mosaics. It was characterised by daring combinations and elements of surprise! But one thing's for sure – the Romans were true gourmets.
Hot dogs, risotto or Flammkuchen are also available for those who prefer something more modern.
Our offer
Lucullus booth Z1 | Roman sausages Roman roast Chicken Mushroom risotto Salad plate with olive bread |
LUCI booth T04 | Grilled sausages Porchetta (roman roast pork) Hotdogs French fries Spring rolls Sandwiches Salads Cakes and fruit salad |
Porcellus booth F31 | Roman sausages and gladiator sausages Vegetarian flatbreads Hotdogs |
Cibaria booth F30 | Roman breads Sweet pastries Moretum slices Moretum sandwich with schnitzel Olive rolls au gratin Roman hors d'oeuvre |
Event-Ice booth F43 | Soft ice cream |
Crêpes | Sweet and salty Crêpes |
Forum booth F42 | Hotdogs French fries Chicken Nuggets Burger Tarte flambée Roman lentil stew Chicken skewers with roman pine sauce |
Taberna Piscaria booth A04 | Smoked fish |
Taberna Dolium Titubans booth F06 | Roman beverages Roman hors d'oeuvre |
Explanations
Roman sausages: pork meat was mixed with herbs and spices and smoked. The so-called Lucan sausages are said to have been originally brought to Rome from southern Italy by Roman soldiers. Enjoy the sausages made especially for the Roman Festival in the tent on the Forum.
Moretum: This is a type of pesto dip made from sheep's cheese. Other ingredients include spices, celery, garlic or nuts. Tastes best with freshly baked bread. The cheese paste gets its name from the grating bowl in which it was made: the mortarium.