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I’m the biggest history nerd, writes Cape {town} Etc’s Lynn Cupido. The mere mention of anything related to Ancient History leaves my mouth salivating, and I’ve probably binged every single documentary related to Greek and Egyptian mythology.

I’m sure you could imagine my squeals of joy when I recently discovered that two of my favourite things were coming together – food and History, to produce an experience that’s sure to be an eruption of joy for many.

Archaeologists recently discovered a 2000-year-old diner in the ruins of Pompeii – the ancient city that was entombed in ash when a nearby volcano erupted. According to Business Insider, a snack bar was discovered which had once provided Roman customers with a few scrumptious treats, including pork, snails, beef and fish, traces of which were found at the site.

Now, brace yourself my history nerds because this excavated site is opening to the public. The “thermopolium,” which translates to hot-drink counter in Latin will be welcoming customers on August 12.

Tourists visiting this ancient site will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the daily life of the Pompeians.

“As well as bearing witness to daily life in Pompeii, the possibilities to analyze afforded by this thermopolium are exceptional because for the first time we have excavated a site in its entirety,” said Massimo Osanna, director general at the Archaeological Park of Pompeii told The Guardian. 

The counter is beautifully decorated, with brightly coloured frescos that showcase deep circular holes that would have been used to hold jars.

Check out the ancient set up below: 

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