AllSpice Inspiration
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Spice Profile: Caraway
Scientific Name Carum Carvi What is Caraway? Caraway is the seed of a plant in the carrot, parsley and celery family. The fruit of the plant splits into two curved seeds....
UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens
There simply aren't many places in the world where you will find more interesting or beautiful flora than the UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens. We took a visit recently and were...
The Spice House's Gingersnaps
We have to thank our friends at The Spice House for this amazing gingersnap recipe. I think we all agreed that these were the best gingersnaps we had ever had!...
Spice Profile: Bay
Scientific Name Laurus Nobilis What is Bay? A staple across the mediterranean, Europe and the Americas, Bay leaves are tough, shiny leaves that are added to slow cooked dishes to give...
Spice Profile: Asafetida
Scientific Name Ferula Species What is Asafetida? Asafetida is used is used essentially only in Indian cooking. It has a strong onion-garlic flavor. It is the resinous gum from a giant...
The History of the Peugeot Pepper Mill
Several years ago I had the fortune to cook a beautiful, fresh summer dinner in a friend's kitchen in their home just outside of Aix en Provence in the south...
Spice Profile: Annatto Seed or Achiote
Scientific Name Bixa Orellana What is Annatto Seed? Annatto is the seed of a small evergreen tree native to South America. Its most popular use is as a deep orange...
Black Bean Soup
This is another great recipe for experimentation! The base black bean soup is great with the addition of sausage, chicken, avocado, or shredded pork. We often make Cuban Black Beans...
