Archaeological Discoveries: Food, Beverages, and Ancient Practices

This chapter discusses various archaeological findings related to food and beverages, including the oldest proof of cocoa use, the earliest known use of nutmeg as a food ingredient, and the world's oldest known champagne. It also highlights research on the development of ceramics linked to fishing, the evolution of fishing practices in Japan, ancient bread making using wild cereals, pre-agriculture brewing practices, and the dietary habits of ancient puebloan peoples.