Claudio didn’t want to tolerate Agrippinila’s behavior, so he prepared to end her power by having his son put on the toga virilis and declaring him heir to the throne. Upon learning this, Agrippinila ...

Locusta was one of the first recorded professional chemists. She was employed by several royal Romans, and even established a school for other chemists. Here’s why it was best not to piss off either ...

Pastas will be made with locally-sourced, freshly-milled flour in the pasta room, a private, lofted room that overlooks the restaurant that will become a private dining space during dinner. In ...

Unveil the shadowy legend of Locusta, the world's first serial killer. Dive into Ancient Rome's intrigue, poison plots, and imperial scandals. Was she real or myth? Join us to uncover the truth!

History remembers warriors and rulers, but what about those who worked in the shadows? 🏺☠️ This International Women's Day, we uncover the dark and mysterious story of Locusta—one of the earliest ...

More details have emerged on Michael Shulson's forthcoming project, Via Locusta — the newest addition to the restaurants bordering Rittenhouse Square. Via Locusta will be an Italian pasta restaurant ...

Michael Schulson, founder and CEO of Schulson Collective, who owns Alpen Rose, Double Knot, Harp & Crown and other popular restaurants in Philadelphia, is opening a new Italian restaurant in ...