What did poor romans eat

What did poor people typically eat? Those who couldn't afford bread mostly ate a simple porridge known as puls, made from boiled grains (spelt, millet, or wheat), which could be livened up with herbs and vegetables.

1. What meat did poor Romans eat?
2. How many meals did poor Romans eat in a day?
3. What would poor Romans eat for breakfast?
4. What food did Roman slaves eat?

What meat did poor Romans eat?

The most popular meat was pork, especially sausages. Beef was uncommon in ancient Rome, being more common in ancient Greece – it is not mentioned by Juvenal or Horace. Seafood, game, and poultry, including ducks and geese, were more usual.

How many meals did poor Romans eat in a day?

The Romans generally ate one main meal (the cena) a day, around sunset. Originally this was eaten around midday, preceded by a light meal, often just a piece of bread, early in the morning. This was called ientaculum (or breakfast). Supper or vesperna was a smaller meal in the evening.

What would poor Romans eat for breakfast?

For those who could afford it, breakfast (jentaculum), eaten very early, would consist of salted bread, milk, or wine, and perhaps dried fruit, eggs, or cheese. It was not always eaten.

What food did Roman slaves eat?

The core staples for slaves were low-quality bread and cheap wine, but was also supplemented by average fruits and vegetables, as well as soups, stews, and other hot meals.