The term "patina" in literature serves a dual purpose, evoking both the physical transformation wrought by time and the culinary artistry of ancient recipes. In descriptions of art and artifacts, authors highlight the natural, often green or bluish film that forms on bronze and other metals—signifiers of age and authenticity—as when a bronze mirror is depicted as being enveloped by a time-crafted green patina ([1], [2], [3]). In a contrasting yet equally evocative usage, "patina" appears in ancient Roman culinary texts where it designates a distinct dish, with recipes for various custards, pies, and fish preparations embracing the term as a culinary style or presentation ([4], [5], [6]).