The Black Death (or bubonic plague) killed millions of people over two outbreaks in the 1300s and 1600s, and one spice was ...

What truly separates Mediterranean food from other cuisines is its use of specific spices and herbs to enhance recipes and give them distinct flavor.

Chinese five spice powder: A complex mix of sweet and savory spices like cinnamon, star anise, cloves, fennel, and Sichuan ...

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The word “spices” conjures up visions of exotic places and exquisite tastes that delight the senses. Prized long before recorded history, the earliest evidence of their existence dates back to 50,000 ...

When making cookies, you are not beholden to cinnamon, chocolate, or any of the usual “baking spices.” There’s a whole cabinet of seasonings at your disposal, so get a little quirky. It’s easy to ...

If you live in the mid-Atlantic, there’s a solid chance that you break out the Old Bay any time you’re cooking seafood.

David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade covering all things edible, including meal kit services, food subscriptions, kitchen tools and cooking tips. David earned his BA from ...

After overindulging in Valentine’s Day chocolates, it’s time for me to head back to a healthier eating regimen. In addition to my love for chocolate, I also love a good savory snack, and finding one ...

Sugar and spice make everything nice, especially in holiday treats. But do you know where sugar and spice come from? Plants make the sugar glucose during the process of photosynthesis. Certain plants ...