The craft of spice blending is a solo journey into the senses.
Oct 2015
The craft of spice blending is a solo journey into the senses.
Living in the heart of Monkland Village has many perks for a baker
A heady variety of innovative and bespoke blends at this LA spice emporium crosses borders for unexpected taste journeys
“Worlds Best Spice Shops”
“A Modern Spice Merchant Requires Calm at Customs”
We caught up with six spice experts in London, LA, NYC, Boston, Toronto, and Calgary to get expert tips and tricks when selecting, cooking and storing spices.
The Long Journey of the Aleppo Pepper
Spice Station is back with it’s perfect HERBS AND SPICES
Urfa Biber: a funny name, a rich purple color, a choco-raisin-spice aroma, and a mouthwatering fruity, peppery flavor. This unforgettable exotic spice is something to get excited about.
Tourtière is the classic holiday meat pie of Canada’s Québécois people. The festive pie has delicate, nuanced aromas of nutmeg, savory, cinnamon and cloves, reminiscent of the happy holidays.
Here is a tasty, simple salad that becomes instantly exotic and unique with Chaat Masala, a zesty, little-known spice mix from India.
A fragrant, sweet Indian yogurt dip or sauce (raita). Traditionally, raitas are used as a mild sauce or side dish to mellow down spicy dishes, and to improve digestion.
This authentic East Indian recipe uses Panch Pooran, a classic blend of five savory spices. The whole seeds pop during cooking, releasing a delicious aroma and adding great flavor and texture to an otherwise simple dish.