History of Recipes: When and How Did They Evolve

1. When and How Did Recipes Evolve?

Recipes have been around since humans began cooking. Ancient civilizations such as the Indus Valley, Egypt, Mesopotamia, and China developed different cooking methods.

3000 BC: The first written recipes were found in Egypt and Mesopotamia.

5th Century BC: Greek and Roman civilizations developed cuisines.

Medieval Age: India, Persia, and the Arab countries developed advanced cuisines with spices and new techniques.

Modern Age: The 18th and 19th centuries saw the advent of cookbooks, and the 20th century saw professional cooking and the restaurant industry reach new heights.