Gladiator Cookbook

How did the gladiators of antiquity really eat?

Roman gladiators were far more than simple fighters in the arena. They were celebrated sports stars of their time and had to optimally prepare their bodies for training and competitions. A balanced and nutrient-rich diet played a decisive role in this.

In this book, author Christian Eckert takes readers on an exciting journey into the daily lives of ancient gladiators. Based on an experiment conducted jointly with the University of Regensburg on the life and diet of Roman gladiators, he shows how surprisingly modern their meal plan actually was – and why it is in no way inferior to today's nutritional concepts for athletes in many areas.

In addition to fascinating insights into history and archaeology, the book contains numerous tasty recipes with which the cuisine of ancient gladiators can be easily tried out at home. A successful mixture of historical knowledge and culinary inspiration – ideal for history buffs, hobby chefs and anyone who wants to take a new look at the world of gladiators.