The ancient Greeks had a deep appreciation for food and drink, and their kitchens reflected this. While they did not have built-in wine coolers and beverage fridges, they had other ways of keeping their drinks cool. Greek kitchens often had a special area called an 'amphora room' where wine and other beverages were stored. Amphorae, large ceramic jars, were used to store and transport wine. These jars were often buried in the ground, providing a cool and dark environment for the drinks. The Greeks also used natural refrigeration techniques such as placing clay pots in water to keep them cool.