Sleeter Bull, in his 1951 work "Meat for the Table," makes a bold claim about the culinary preferences of ancient Greeks, suggesting they enjoyed consuming sow udders shortly after giving birth but before the piglets were fed. This assertion raises questions about the ethics of such a practice, hinting at either a bizarre gastronomic trend or a provocative exaggeration by the author.

In Mary Roach's book "Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal," she highlights this strange culinary preference, presenting it in a way that invites reflection on historical food practices. Whether it represents a shocking cruelty or a ridiculous myth, Bull's claim sparks curiosity about the lengths to which people have gone in their pursuit of unique dining experiences.