the epicentre IFRAME: http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=theepicentree-20&o=1&p=14&l=st1&mode=books &search=spices&=1&fc1=<1=&lc1=&bg1=&f=ifr enclclopedia of spices home marketplace encyclopedia of spices ingredient guide recipes wine & drink destinations entertaining tips cookbooks conversions video cooking lessons search contact us mortar and pestle spice pages spice articles spice trade [redrule3.gif] _______________________________ Search Google Custom Search spice pages Ajowan Allspice Amchur Angelica Anise Annatto Asafoetida Barberry Basil Bay Leaf Bee balm (Bergamot, Monarda) Black Cumin Black Lime (Loomi) Boldo (Boldina) Bush Tomato (Akudjura) Borage Calamus (Sweet Flag) Candlenut Caraway Cardamom Capers Cassia Cayenne Pepper Celery Chervil Chicory Chile - Chili- Chilli (general info) Chile Varieties Chives Cilantro Cinnamon Clove Coriander Cubeb Cumin Curry Leaf (Kari) Dill Elder (elder flower & elderberry) Epazote Fennel Fenugreek Galangal Garlic Ginger Hoja Santa Horseradish Hyssop Jamaican Sorrel Juniper Kaffir Lime Mustard Kokum Lavender Lemon Balm Lemon Grass Lemon Myrtle Lemon Verbena Licorice Loomi (Black Lime) Lovage Mace Mahlab Marjoram Mastic Melegueta Pepper (Grains of Paradise) Mint Mountain Pepper (Tasmanian Pepper) Myrtle Nigella Nutmeg Onion Orris Root Paprika Parsley Pepper Poppy Seed Rosemary Saffron Sage Sassafras Savory Scented Geranium Screw-pine (Pandan) Sesame Soapwort Sorrel Star Anise Sumac Szechwan Pepper Tamarind Tarragon Thyme Turmeric Vanilla Wasabi Watercress Wattleseed Zedoary African and Middle Eastern Spice Blends: Baharat, Berbere, Chermoula, Dukkah, Harissa, La Kama, Ras el Hanout, Tsire, Za'atar (Zahtar) American Spice Blends: Apple Pie Spice, Cajun Blackening Spice, Chili Powder, Old Bay Seasoning, Pumpkin Pie Spice Asian Blends: Chinese 5-spice, Chinese Seasoned Salt, Shichimi-togarashi British Blends: Mixed Spice (Pudding Spice), Pickling Spice Classic French Herb and Spice Blends: Bouquet Garni, Fines Herbes, Herbes de Provence, Quatre Epice Indian Masalas: Chaat Masala, Garam Masala, Green Masala, Madrasi Masala, Panch Phoron, Sambar [14pixv.gif] [redrule3.gif] [14pixv.gif] spice trade The Spice Trade, A Taste of Adventure from the Economist is a fascinating accounting of how the history of the spice trade is the history of commerce and modern civilization. Spices, or the Dawn of the Modern Age from Tastes of Paradise, a social history of spices, stimulants and intoxicants. Pepper: King of Spices tells how pepper virtually changed the course of history by playing a key role in the development of trade and conquest. Books on the Spice Trade and Food History reviews some excellent books on the subject. Included: Spice: The History of a Temptation, Dangerous Tastes: The Story of Spices, Nathaniel's Nutmeg, True History of Chocolate, Vanilla: Travels In Search of the Ice Cream Orchid, Salt: A World History, Bittersweet: The Story of Sugar, and History of the World in Six Glasses . [14pixv.gif] [redrule3.gif] [14pixv.gif] spice articles Herbs and Spices Trends -- Top culinary pros have come up with a top 10 list of oncoming flavor trends; herbs & spices are paired with other ingredients for some tasty combinations. Spice Advice - how to make the most of spices, which spices to use with particular foods, when to add them, grinding, storage and more. All about Vanilla - and then some... history, curing, varieties, vanilla extract, essence, powder - even vanilla salt. How to cook with vanilla. including top 10 vanilla recipes! Cooking with Thyme - Getting the most of thyme in your cooking - including varieties of thyme, preparation, infusions, fresh vs. dried and many suggested uses for cooking with thyme. Chiles: A World Tour explores culinary examples of chile use around the world. Ginger- Fresh Flavour that Packs Heat has culinary tips about using ginger in its various incarnations. Grow your own Ginger provides detailed instructions on growing ginger in pots. Using Oregano offers culinary tips about using this robust herb, as well as its cousin, marjoram Getting the most out of saffron explains how to shop for saffron and optimize a pinch for flavour and colour. Harvesting and Drying Herbs is a comprehensive guide to harvesting herbs, drying, freezing, making herb butters, oils and vinegars, pot pourris, etc. Briefly deals with many herbs individually. Herbs and Spices Fight Disease Most of us look at spices as a way to perk up the plate but are you aware of their potential to fight disease? Look here for some recent findings. [14pixv.gif] [redrule3.gif] Do spicy foods give you indigestion, acid reflux or heartburn? For help coping with these conditions refer to this comprehensive guide GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and various treatments, surgeries, natural remedies and more.. Save money with printable coupons and online savings from national retailers!