What Egyptians Ate: Did the Cuisine of Ancient Egypt Reflect the Tastes of Today?

What the Egyptians ate: Did ancient Egyptian cuisine reflect today's tastes?
The ancient Egyptians enjoyed a variety of foods, unlike what we enjoy today. However, compared to many other ancient civilizations, the ancient Egyptians had better access to food. The Nile River provides water for crops and livestock. All in all, bread and beer were staples of ancient Egyptian cuisine. The poor often eat fruits, vegetables and fish, while meat and poultry are more often eaten by the rich.