In the latter case, however, ancient texts suggest thrushes were primarily eaten by wealthier Romans. The condition of the songbirds’ broken bones suggest that they were flattened and cooked whole with oil in the amphorae. In addition to the thrushes, archeologists also documented remains from domesticated chickens and European rabbits. As Arkeonews notes, additional finds in Pompeii and Britain indicates a widespread culture of ancient Roman fast food. “Ultimately, this research highlights the need to move beyond elite-centric narratives and consider the diverse ways in which food practices shaped the lived experiences of ancient urban communities.”