Discovering the culinary roots of Belgium just got more exciting with a unique food experience. A food archaeologist and a local chef have teamed up to create a traditional regional dish based on ingredients that hunters-gatherers and the first farmers in Belgium ate 7,000 years ago. This innovative dish, called ‘gersotto,’ uses ancient barley, watercress, hazelnuts, and goat cheese to bring history to your plate.
- Create regional dish from ancient ingredients
- Collaborate food archaeologist and local chef
- Experience 'gersotto' tasting event May 24
- Use pearl barley, watercress, hazelnuts, goat cheese
- Explore hunter-gatherer and early farmer diet
- Taste historical flavors from 7,000 years ago
On 24 May, anyone interested can taste this remarkable dish firsthand. The event, announced on 2025-05-05 18:09:00, invites food lovers and history enthusiasts alike to literally taste the past and explore Belgium’s rich culinary heritage in a fresh and engaging way.
Could this be the start of a new trend in Belgian cuisine that blends archaeology with modern cooking? Let’s dive into what makes this dish so special and why it matters today.
Why should Belgians care about ancient recipes? This collaboration highlights the deep roots of local food culture and encourages sustainable, locally sourced ingredients. It also sparks curiosity about how our ancestors lived and ate.
- Revives traditional ingredients rarely used today
- Supports local agriculture by spotlighting native crops like pearl barley
- Creates a cultural link between past and present culinary practices
- Offers a unique, educational dining experience for all ages
Will you be among those tasting history on 24 May? Embrace this opportunity to explore Belgian roots through your taste buds and support innovative projects that celebrate local heritage.
