by Laura | Aug 11, 2025 | Non classé
In the summer of 1975, excavations at the Pommeroeul site revealed incredible remains. Not one, not two, but five vessels… along with the remains of a pontoon and a landing dock. What should be done with this waterlogged wood after excavation? Should it be...
by Laura | Aug 8, 2025 | Non classé
During various excavations at Pommeroeul (from 1975 to 1980), eight vessels were uncovered. Most were found beneath the dock of this Gallo-Roman port settlement. Three of these rare boats were restored, and two are now on display in the museum: the dugout canoe and...
by Maelyn Draguet | Feb 13, 2024 | Non classé
Food plants In ancient times, plants were mainly grown close to where they were consumed. Every villa had a vegetable garden and orchard, which provided the inhabitants with most of their vegetables and fruit. Pliny the Elder tells us about food plants, which are...
by Maelyn Draguet | Feb 13, 2024 | Non classé
years ago? Many Latin authors who have written on the subject reveal the secrets of gardeners… but not only that. Archaeology can shed new light, despite the scarcity of traces. In order to reconstruct a natural environment – landscape or garden –...
by Maelyn Draguet | Feb 13, 2024 | Non classé
Illustration: A vegetable garden © D. Caryn A productive garden requires the utmost care in regards to the soil: preparation is an essential step. This is done with a plough or with hand tools (hoe, two-tine forks or spade). However, the Latin authors warned against...
by Maelyn Draguet | Feb 13, 2024 | Non classé
Aromatic plants are used to enhance the flavour of raw or cooked foods, and sometimes also to improve certain meats or drinks that have matured or even spoiled. They are used on their own or usually in a mixture. Reading the recipe book of Apicius, a Roman gastronome...
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