When was bread first eaten?

It's impossible to say exactly when bread was first eaten. The earliest evidence of breadmaking dates back to around 14,000 years ago in the Near East, where archaeologists have found charred remains of flatbreads. However, it's likely that bread was being made and eaten even earlier, but those early examples haven't survived.

Here's what we know:

* Early breadmaking: The earliest evidence of bread comes from the Natufian culture in the Near East, where people ground wild grains into flour and mixed it with water to create a simple dough.

* Early ovens: Around 9,000 years ago, ovens were developed in the Near East, allowing for the production of more complex breads.

* Ancient Egypt: Bread became a staple food in ancient Egypt, with evidence suggesting over 20 different types of bread were made.

* Roman Empire: The Romans perfected breadmaking techniques, producing loaves similar to those we eat today.

So while we can't pinpoint the exact date of bread's first appearance, it's clear that humans have been baking and enjoying bread for thousands of years!