Whole or ground, allspice is used in a multitude of cuisines and dishes around the world.

Ran out of allspice? Discover the best substitutes, along with the right ratios to use, and when each option works best.

A wild flowering bush with very sour berries is the source of this vibrant spice. Those berries are dried, ground, then sifted to obtain what’s recognized as sumac spice across the Arab and ...

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

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 ...

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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.

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 ...

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

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 ...