SPICEography 
Himalayan salt and sea salt are both popular finishing salts that can add flavor to dishes and make an attractive presentation as well. Both are believed to be better than regular table salt, but how do they compare to each other? Do they taste the same? Do they look the …
Chocolate cookies are among the most popular baked goods in the world. Originally called Toll House cookies, you can find numerous variations on the chocolate chip cookie theme. When it comes to flavorings, most chocolate chip cookie recipes are simple, with only a few key flavors. Still, the recipe can …
Allspice and cloves are two spices that are often used in savory dishes. Both spices have a strong, pungent flavor that can add depth and complexity to a dish. But how similar are they? And what are the major differences between these two spices? Let’s compare allspice and cloves side …
Garlic is one of the most popular and commonly-used ingredients in kitchens worldwide. It’s also one ingredient that many chefs have strong, passionate opinions on, especially when it comes to the question of how garlic powder should be used. Before you dismiss garlic powder as inferior, let’s take a closer …
Both curry powder and garam masala are spice blends that can be used to add color and flavor to a dish. While curry powder appears to be a British invention, garam masala is authentic and widely used on the sub-continent; however, the exact blend of spices used to make it varies from …
Any discussion of kosher salt and sea salt should start with the fact that they share the same chemistry. Another important fact that you should note is that technically, all salt could be considered sea salt because it existed in an ocean at one point. However, sea salt is generally …
Ginger comes from the underground stem of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale), which is a part of the Zingiberaceae family. This means that the ginger plant is related to other spices like turmeric and cardamom. The forms of ginger that are most familiar to Americans are the fresh form, which …
Green beans are one of the more popular vegetables in the US. They are easy to find and are attractive on the plate; however, they are not exactly the most flavorful form of produce. The fact that their flavor is relatively subtle means that they are perfect for people who …