🏰Medieval tournaments were not only about violence but also opulent feasts with impressive dishes.
🥧Castle-shaped pies and mythical beast creations were popular dishes at these feasts.
🍷Feasts were meant to impress and show off wealth, with elaborate decorations and wine-spouting fountains.
🤝Feasts were a way to build relationships and gain favor with other nobles.
🎮In the game Crusader Kings III, players can host feasts to impress and recruit allies, showcasing historical accuracy.
What were some popular dishes at medieval tournaments?
—Castle-shaped pies and mythical beast creations were popular. The cockentrice, a pig-capon hybrid, was another impressive dish.
What was the purpose of these feasts?
—Feasts were meant to impress and show off wealth, build relationships, and gain favor with other nobles.
Was there a dark side to these feasts?
—Yes, there were instances of murder feasts where guests were killed. This dark aspect of medieval feasts will be explored in a future episode.
How do feasts work in Crusader Kings III?
—In the game, feasts can be hosted to impress and recruit allies. It showcases historical accuracy and adds to the immersive gameplay experience.
What other aspects of medieval life are accurately portrayed in Crusader Kings III?
—Crusader Kings III accurately portrays various aspects of medieval life, including politics, warfare, and the feudal system. It is a game that history enthusiasts can enjoy.
00:00Medieval tournaments were not just about jousting and violence but also extravagant feasts.
08:28The nature of medieval tournaments varied over the years, but they were a way to impress others and show off wealth.
12:10Feasts following tournaments were intended to astound guests with elaborate food, decorations, and drinks.
15:30Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, hosted remarkable feasts that were legendary for their spectacle and grandeur.
17:35In the game Crusader Kings III, players can host feasts to impress and recruit allies, showcasing historical accuracy.
