Soup is a liquid food typically served warm or hot, made by combining ingredients such as meat or vegetables with stock, milk, or water. The history of soup dates back to the Upper Paleolithic period, where early humans used heated stones to boil liquid in water-tight containers. Over time, the development of pottery allowed for more sophisticated soup preparation. The word “soup” derives from the French term “soupe,” which evolved from the Latin word “suppa,” meaning bread soaked in broth.