Video - Debunking the Vomitorium Myth: What Roman Emperors' Attendants Really Did!

Did you know that Roman emperors used to appoint someone called a "vomitorium attendant" during feasts? Contrary to popular belief, these attendants weren't there to help guests vomit to continue eating. Instead, they oversaw the dining rooms, ensuring guests had a good time and managed the flow of people in and out of the dining area, which was called a vomitorium. The term "vomitorium" actually referred to the exit passages of theaters and stadiums where crowds would "spew out" after events, not to a place for purging food. So, next time you hear someone talk about a vomitorium, you can set the record straight!