10 Questions
When were public bakeries established in Greece?
Between 300-200 B.C.
What was the name of the ring cake made by the Ancient Greeks that was submerged in wine and consumed hot?
DISPYRUS
Who mentioned different kinds of breads in his books, including flour pretzels and tortes?
Cato
What was the first pastry and cook’s association or union of owners established in the Roman Empire called?
PASTILLARIUM
Which civilization's baking industry was absorbed by the Roman Empire as it formed?
Greek
What type of doughnut made from crude flour and honey called “DISPYRUS” was consumed hot after being submerged in wine?
Ring cake
During which period were public bakeries established in Greece?
Bronze Age
What was the first pastry and cook’s association or union of owners established in the Roman Empire called?
PASTILLARIUM
Who mentioned a variety of breads in his books, including sacrificial cakes made from flour, flour pretzels, and tortes?
Cato
Which civilization's baking industry was absorbed by the Roman Empire as it formed?
Greek
Study Notes
Ancient Greek and Roman Baking
- Public bakeries were established in Greece during the 5th century BC.
- The Ancient Greeks made a ring cake called "satura" which was submerged in wine and consumed hot.
- The Greek writer Athenaeus mentioned different kinds of breads in his books, including flour pretzels and tortes.
- The first pastry and cook's association or union of owners established in the Roman Empire was called "Collegium Pistorum".
- The baking industry of the Greeks was absorbed by the Roman Empire as it formed.
- The "DISPYRUS" was a type of doughnut made from crude flour and honey, consumed hot after being submerged in wine.
Test your knowledge of the history of baking with this quiz. Explore the origins of baking in ancient Greece, the creations of Greek scholar Aristophanes, and the types of baked goods that were enjoyed during that time. See how much you know about the early developments of baking and the ancient delicacies that were popular in Greece.
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