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From donkey-shaped platters bearing olives to dormice sprinkled with poppy seeds, the food served at Trimalchio's villa reeked of extravagance. Guests would recline on couches, indulging in foot massages and exquisite dishes. The display of food served to guests not only filled their bellies but also showcased Trimalchio's wealth—eggs of peahens baked into pastry shells, mushrooms sourced from afar, and even incredibly aged wines.