Charlotte is a keen foodie, food-historian and writer. This blog shares the results of bringing ancient and historical recipes into a modern kitchen. Suggestions for recipes for Charlotte to cook are most welcome.

Charlotte lives with her husband and daughter in Whitstable, Kent. She is writing a novel set in Ancient Rome based around the world’s first cookbook, Apicius’ De Re Coquinaria. The working title for the novel is A Feast of Vipers. Charlotte also enjoys teaching English Literature and Drama, writing poetry and the odd game of poker. Some of her other writings/poems are also shared on this blog.

Charlotte can be contacted at charlotte@somefiggypudding.com