"The ten books of Apicius, known as De re coquinaria quae extant, are an extremely valuable source for lovers of cooking and history. This ancient treatise, authored by the ancient Roman hedonist Apicius, contains not only recipes for gastronomic masterpieces, but also interesting information about culinary customs and techniques of the era. Each page of the book explodes with the taste and aromas of the ancient Roman Empire, inviting the reader on a journey into the depths of history and culinary art."