Recipes from Medieval Europe - Make Your Own Viking Beer

Explore the culinary traditions of Medieval Europe in this 27-minute video excerpt from the "Cooking across the Ages" series. Delve into the 13th-century cookbook Libellus de arte coquinaria, the oldest known culinary text from the era. Discover noble recipes for meat, fowl, fish, and sauces, including a "hunter-style" fish pie. Learn about the challenges and techniques of producing Viking beer, from preparing grains and creating malt to using a hand mill. Uncover fascinating historical insights, such as the practice of drinking beer for breakfast in the Middle Ages. Gain hands-on experience by following along with demonstrations of medieval cooking and brewing methods.

The Oldest Cookbook in Medieval Europe
Making Chicken Pasty
Challenges of Producing Viking Beer
Preparing Grains to Create Malt
Using a Hand Mill
Beer for Breakfast in the Middle Ages