December 6, 2022: Stories of Spices in the Ancient Mediterranean

Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.

Lecture Hall 36.01 – Building 36

People in ancient times revered spices. They were dedicated to the worship of the gods and traditionally used in religious rituals and medicine. They were widely used in pharmaceuticals and perfumes, and cooking was no exception! This lecture invites you to discover these commodities, symbols of extreme luxury and refinement, as coveted as gold.

By Agnès Pesenti, of the En Route association, dedicated to exploring the world of spices, and Head of Science Communication and Knowledge Dissemination at the University of Montpellier.