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Apicius: Ancient Rome’s Gordon Ramsay? 🍷

Turns out the legendary Roman cookbook De Re Coquinaria wasn’t written by just one guy—Apicius was more a brand than a chef! Some fans argue he was the OG celebrity chef, but others say his wild reputation was pure PR. The real twist? Most recipes are basic, not all flamingo and peacock. Is ancient Rome’s foodie image just hype? #AncientRome #FoodHistory #Apicius #CookbookDrama #CulinaryMyth #Culture