Tastes Of HistoryAug 9, 2023Dispelling Some Myths: About the KukriThe Nepalese Kukri is instantly recognisable to anyone who has served alongside the men of the Brigade of Gurkhas or has a passing...
Tastes Of HistoryOct 24, 2022How To: Dress as an ancient GreekThis ‘How to:’ guide is a follow up on a previous post aimed at readers wishing to recreate simple yet effective historical costume. The...
Tastes Of HistoryMay 13, 2022Why did the ancient Greeks exercise naked?At the age of 12, ancient Greek boys would begin training at the gumnasion or gymnasium. Having a physically fit body was extremely...
Tastes Of HistoryMay 9, 2022Ludi: ancient Greek and Roman gamesContinuing the series 'Ludi', and following on from ancient Egypt, here are selection of games played by ancient Greeks and Romans. Pente...