William Stearns Davis (1877-1930) was a professor of Ancient History at the University of Minnesota. His book presents a wonderful overview of Athenian life during the 4th century B.C.E., including information about foods and eating customs. These excerpts highlight those sections.
Chapter XVIII. Athenian Cookery and the Symposium
- 154. Greek Meal Times
- 155. Society desired at Meals
- 156. The Staple Articles of Food
- 157. Greek Vintages
- 158. Vegetable Dishes
- 159. Meat and Fish Dishes
- 160. Inviting Guests to a Dinner Party
- 161. Preparing for the Dinner: The Sicilian Cook
- 162. The Coming of the Guests
- 163. The Dinner Proper
- 164. Beginning the Symposium
- 166. Conversation at the Symposium
- 167. Games and Entertainments