The ancient Egyptians were known for their advanced culinary practices, and their kitchens often incorporated built-in indoor herb drying racks. These kitchens were equipped with clay pots and jars for storing herbs and spices, and the drying racks were typically made of wood or woven reeds. The herbs would be harvested from the garden and hung upside down on the racks to dry. This allowed the Egyptians to preserve their herbs for use in cooking and medicinal purposes throughout the year.
