Wealthy castle dwellers ate almost anything that moved- and much else as well. Besides all manner of fish, beef, pork and a lamb, a feast might feature birds of every size, from herons and cranes down to larks, thrushes, and even finches. These made their entrance in pies, or simply roasted. In contrast, poor people and boring diet. They ate mainly bread and pottage (thick vegetable soup) with a little bacon, milk and cheese.