Food on the Frontier

Historic demonstration chef John Crouch returns to the Roman Army Museum for a weekend of ancient Roman cooking, bringing the flavours of the frontier along Hadrian’s Wall to life.

Using archaeobotanical data recovered from excavations at Magna Fort, we have evidence of which plants grew on this very site nearly 2,000 years ago. John uses this research to recreate dishes inspired by these frontier ingredients, turning our archaeological data into an experience you can taste.

Watch as dishes are prepared, and let the aromas of herbs, spices, and cooking fill the air around you, transporting you straight into the daily life of the Roman army.

This is a hands-on, all-senses experience suitable for all visitors.

• Take home recipes to recreate a taste of ancient Roman cooking in your own kitchen

• Discover the plants archaeologists have found growing at Magna

• Smell the aromas of ancient Roman cooking

• Taste Roman inspired dishes