SPICEography 
Tahini and tzatziki both show up in Mediterranean dishes and have historical connections to tarator sauce. You should have both in your kitchen if you plan to make Greek or Lebanese dishes, but they are not usually interchangeable. Here is a look at how they compare to each other. How …
Cauliflower’s lack of flavor is one of the characteristics that make it such a popular vegetable. With the right seasonings, it can work in a wide range of savory applications. Some of the best spices for cauliflower include: Garlic powder Garlic is one of those seasonings that can work in …
Tzatziki is the yogurt-based sauce that is most often associated with Greek food but is actually a version of an Indian sauce called raita. Tzatziki is a great condiment if you are making kebabs or souvlaki at home. If you are out of the premade stuff, here are some options …
Tzatziki is a sauce or dip popular in the Middle East and Mediterranean region. Tzatziki and tarator sauces share the same roots. Tarator came along during the Ottoman Empire’s Medieval period and took on different incarnations from region to region. Tzatziki is one of those incarnations. While some versions of …
Rosemary is an excellent herb for drying but unlike other members of the mint family like basil, it gets hard and woody when its moisture is removed so you won’t be able to crumble dry rosemary leaves with your fingers. If you are drying whole sprigs, the leaves will fall …
Truffle oil has acquired an unfortunate reputation in recent years despite being immensely popular in the 1980s and 90s. The problem has to do with the fact that it doesn’t always do a good job of replicating the truffle flavor. Here are a few truffle oil substitutes that you may …
Golden syrup and corn syrup are well-known sweeteners, but they are each popular on opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean. In the SPICEography Showdown below, we take a look at how golden syrup and corn syrup compare to each other. How does golden syrup differ from corn syrup? Golden syrup …
Truffle oil is a relatively recent invention. It started showing up in the 1980s, which is around the time when truffles began to be a trendy ingredient around the world. Truffle oil is supposed to provide you with the flavor of truffles without the need to source and use fresh …