Coursera Flash Sale
40% Off Coursera Plus for 3 Months!
Grab it
This 24-minute video from Tasting History with Max Miller explores the ancient Mesopotamian dessert called Mersu, which dates back approximately 4,000 years. Discover the fascinating history and preparation of what may be the world's oldest documented dessert recipe. Learn how to recreate this historical treat made with dates and nuts that has connections to ancient civilizations like the Babylonians and Assyrians. The video includes a detailed recipe demonstration, historical context about Mesopotamian culture, and explanations of how this ancient confection relates to modern Middle Eastern sweets like Ma'amoul. Explore archaeological evidence and historical texts that reveal the culinary practices of ancient civilizations while watching the step-by-step preparation of this millennia-old delicacy.
