THIS CATEGORY INTRODUCES SPICES
What Spices are in Allspice?
People often ask, “What spices are in allspice?” Allspice is one of the most misunderstood…
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Cardamom, Queen of Spices
Cardamom, known as the “Queen of Spices” in India, is a highly aromatic seed derived…
Cinnamon and Blood Sugar
Cinnamon is one of the oldest known spices. There are two main types of cinnamon: True…
Cloves and Clove Oils
One of the most potent of the flower spices, cloves are harvested from a tropical…
Are Coriander and Cilantro the Same?
Many people are confused about coriander and cilantro – Are they the same? The answer…
What is Cumin?
Cumin seeds are aromatic spices that have a unique flavor and a strong aroma because…
Garlic, Small Spice with Hugh Benefits
For a small piece of spice, garlic (Allium sativum) surely has a big and well-deserved…
Ginger, the Spice of Life
In China, ginger is not just a spice used in many of the dishes, it…
What is a Mustard Seed?
What is a Mustard Seed? Mustard is one of the most popular spices, widely used…
Nutmeg 101
Nutmeg, same as mace, is harvested from the same tropical evergreen tree in the genus…
Sesame Seed — Sesame, Open!
In an Egyptian tomb more than three thousand years old, a baker sprinkling sesame seeds into…
Turmeric and Powerful Curcumin
It is not a surprise that turmeric is often mistaken for ginger, as they come…