Before the advent of refrigeration, what was the restaurant/hospitality industry like

[chirack]

Originally Posted by NJ Brazen_3133

What about Barbecue? I hear barbecue is quite old and utilized by tainos. Are barbecued meats long lasting?

Somewhat, the smoking. However it is an primitive way to cook more than anything else(over an open fire). Using charcoal or propane to barbecue is kind of an modern twist.

[NJ Brazen_3133]

Kebabs, which are popular in the middle east, and central asia are also a form of food designed to last long isn't it? They are essentially long meatloafs so they could have mixed preservatives in there.

[Felix C]

Originally Posted by chirack

Somewhat, the smoking. However it is an primitive way to cook more than anything else(over an open fire). Using charcoal or propane to barbecue is kind of an modern twist.

propane use yes but not to charcoal which was used extensively in the West Indies.