The Romans The Romans The Roman Empire The Roman Republic The Imperial Age The Roman Army A Roman Fort Towns Building Technology Roads and Travel Farming and the Countryside Trade and Ships The Town House Family Life Food and Drink The Public Baths Entertainment Religion The Late Roman Empire The End of the Roman Empire	Mortar and Pestle Every kitchen had a mortar and pestle. They were used for grinding herbs and spices to be used when making sauces.   Previous: Back Book: The Romans Section: The Romans Chapter: Food and Drink