30.03.2026 • 24 Min.

#medieval #cooking #history In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how sophisticated and well-thought-out medieval kitchens really were! From simple clay pots to elaborate bronze cooking equipment of the nobility – discover the evolution of culinary arts from the Early Middle Ages to the Late Middle Ages. We dive into the secrets of historical kitchen equipment: Why were iron cauldrons so valuable? How did "perpetual cooking" work over the course of days? And what did the wall chimney revolutionize in the 12th century? Learn all about roasting spits, tripods, mortars, and our ancestors' clever solutions for temperature control and fire safety. From the spartan peasant kitchen with an open fire to the professional kitchens of noble castles – medieval culinary arts were a real science! Carmen and Hendrik also explain why these historical techniques are so fascinating today at reenactment events and medieval fairs, and what we can learn from our ancestors' sustainable circular economy. We look forward to your comments! ? #culinaryhistory #reenactment #medievalfair #historicalkitchen #foodhistory ___ Battle-Merchant: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/ Battle-Merchant Blog: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/ Blog post for this episode: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/medieval-cooking-cuisine-from-the-cauldron-to-the-spit TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battlemerchant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlemerchant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlemerchant Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/battlemerchant/