Tastes Of HistoryJun 18, 2020Dispelling Some Myths: Britain's "Secret Service"?Yet another TV drama refers to Britain's Secret Service, but why? Britain has not had a 'secret service' since the end of the Second...
Tastes Of HistoryJun 18, 2020Who is Apicius?Connoisseurs of Roman cuisine may be familiar with the recipes of 'Apicius'. Indeed, 'Apicius' was the inspiration for the Roman recipes...
Tastes Of HistoryJun 18, 2020Dispelling Some Myths: Mother's DayMother's Day: Not as sold Every March there is annual chance to tell your mother how much she means to you (hopefully you don't need...
Tastes Of HistoryJun 17, 2020The Wise Words of Gaius Petronius ArbiterIt may be a peculiarly military thing, perhaps it strikes accord with armed forces personnel, but one particular quote is frequently...